The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Edmonton, Canada · 4 Star Hotel
The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Dog Friendly Review
The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald holds a B Roch Rank, and for a dog owner in Edmonton it is a thoughtful choice. Most rooms welcome dogs, and there is a dedicated dog relief area right in front of the hotel, with green spaces and the River Valley trails close by. Dogs are not permitted in the bar, the restaurant or the lounge, and they cannot be left alone in the room.
The in-room welcome is well judged, with a dog bed, food and water bowls, free treats and poop bags all provided. The concierge can arrange dog-sitting and grooming, keeps an emergency vet number to hand, and can guide you to good walking routes. The hotel leans into its dog programme too, having hosted dog friendly events and earned local media coverage for its welcome.
The fee is 35 CAD per pet per night, with up to two dogs per room and no damage deposit. It is a solid, genuinely dog minded stay, and the B rank reflects it.
Roch Score: 31/77. Meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 8 July 2025.
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Is The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald dog friendly?
Yes. The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank B rating. Most of its rooms are dog friendly, so getting a room for you and your dog is rarely a problem.
Is there a pet fee at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?
Yes. The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald charges a pet fee of $35 per pet, per night. There is no additional deposit. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, which makes it a practical choice for households travelling with more than one dog. It is always worth confirming the details with the hotel when you book.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?
No. The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald has no weight limit, so dogs of every size are welcome. From the smallest lap dog to the largest breed, your dog's size will never stand between you and a room.
What amenities does my dog get at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?
The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, free treats and a dog sitting service for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald pet-friendly?
The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank B rating.
Are pets allowed at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?
Yes. The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald allows dogs to stay. There is no weight limit, so size is not a barrier. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What is the pet policy at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald?
The pet policy at The Fairmont Hotel Macdonald covers the essentials: a pet fee of $35 per pet, per night applies, up to 2 dogs per room and no weight limit. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.