The Lake Hotel
Ioannina, Greece · 5 Star Hotel
Dogs Stay Free
Dogs In The Bar
Onsite Garden
No Weight LimitThe Lake Hotel Dog Friendly Review
The Lake Hotel holds an acceptable C Roch Rank, and for an owner watching the budget it is a warm, easy welcome. Dogs stay free of charge, there is no deposit and no weight limit, and up to two dogs can share a room. Your dog is welcome in every room and almost every corner of the house, as the bar, the lounge, the terrace and the garden are all open to it, with the one exception of the restaurant.
If your dog is quiet and does not bark, you can leave it alone in the room while you have dinner, so the restaurant rule is easy to live with. The team will recommend places to walk your dog, though there are no parks or dog areas right around the hotel, so plan your walks with their help. You will need to bring your own bed and bowls, as neither is provided. With no fee to pay, that is a small ask.
Beyond the welcome itself the hotel keeps things simple. There are no poop bags or toys, no dog sitting service and no dedicated dog area, so pack what you need before you set off. This suits an owner with one or two dogs of any size who wants the dog in the bar and the garden at no extra cost and is happy to bring the kit, while anyone who wants a hotel that supplies everything should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 28/77. This hotel does not meet 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 29 October 2026.
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Is The Lake Hotel dog friendly?
The Lake Hotel welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank C rating. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Standard, so it sits below our top-rated dog friendly hotels; the review above explains what a stay is actually like with a dog.
Is there a pet fee at The Lake Hotel?
No. The Lake Hotel does not charge a pet fee. Your dog stays with you at no extra cost, which is still rarer than it should be across the hospitality industry.
How many dogs can stay per room at The Lake Hotel?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Lake Hotel, 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 Lake Hotel?
No. The Lake Hotel 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.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at The Lake Hotel?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at The Lake Hotel. We would still suggest letting reception know and making sure your dog is calm and settled before you head out, so housekeeping and other guests are never caught by surprise.
Where are dogs allowed in The Lake Hotel?
Dogs are welcome in several public areas at The Lake Hotel, including the bar, terrace, lounge and garden. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
Is The Lake Hotel pet-friendly?
The Lake Hotel 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. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank C rating.
Are pets allowed at The Lake Hotel?
Yes. The Lake Hotel 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 Roch Dog rank does The Lake Hotel hold?
The Lake Hotel holds a Rank C rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. The rank comes from an independent assessment of the hotel's dog policy, fees, facilities and services, and no hotel can pay to change it.
What is the pet policy at The Lake Hotel?
The pet policy at The Lake Hotel covers the essentials: dogs stay free with no pet fee, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the bar, terrace, lounge and garden. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.