The Peninsula Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, United States · 5 Star Hotel
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The Peninsula Chicago holds an acceptable C Roch Rank as a dog friendly stay. It offers a designated pet floor for guests travelling with their dogs, a thoughtful touch that keeps dogs together rather than scattered through the building. The concierge team can suggest nearby green spaces, including the Water Park, and will help with walking routes during your stay. The hotel also shares its pet policy upfront in the form of a Pet Waiver, so you know what to expect before you book.
In the room, your dog will find a proper bed, real food and water bowls, and complimentary treats, with dog food also available to buy if you run short. The concierge can help with walking routes, and staff will try to contact you if housekeeping or other guests raise any issue while your dog is alone in the room, meaning you may leave him unattended with that understanding in place. There is no damage deposit required, which removes one layer of cost from the stay. The dog fee is $350 for pets under 30 lbs, rising to $500 for pets over that weight, and up to two dogs are permitted per room.
Set against this are a few real limits. Only the designated pet floor is dog friendly, so not every room in the hotel will suit a travelling dog. A weight limit of 30 lbs applies before the higher fee and manager approval kick in, so larger dogs face a steeper cost and extra scrutiny. The hotel does not provide a dog wash area, toys, grooming, or sitting services, and dogs are not welcome in the bar, restaurant, terrace or lounge, so meals and relaxing public spaces will mean leaving your dog behind. This stay suits an owner with a smaller, calmer dog who values a dedicated pet floor, in-room comforts and concierge guidance over access to the hotel's public areas. Owners of larger dogs, or those wanting their dog alongside them at meals or in shared lounges, should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 24/77. 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 14 October 2026.
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Is The Peninsula Chicago dog friendly?
The Peninsula Chicago 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 Peninsula Chicago?
Yes. The Peninsula Chicago charges a pet fee of $350 for pets under 30 lbs and for pets over 30 lbs, the fee is $500. 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 Peninsula Chicago?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Peninsula Chicago, 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 Peninsula Chicago?
Yes. Dogs up to 30 lb are welcome at The Peninsula Chicago. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at The Peninsula Chicago?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at The Peninsula Chicago. 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.
What amenities does my dog get at The Peninsula Chicago?
The Peninsula Chicago provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, free treats, dog food for sale and a dog walking 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 Peninsula Chicago pet-friendly?
The Peninsula Chicago 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 Peninsula Chicago?
Yes. The Peninsula Chicago allows dogs to stay. Dogs up to 30 lb are accepted. 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 Peninsula Chicago hold?
The Peninsula Chicago 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 Peninsula Chicago?
The pet policy at The Peninsula Chicago covers the essentials: a pet fee applies, up to 2 dogs per room and a weight limit of 30 lb. The fee is $350 for pets under 30 lbs and for pets over 30 lbs, the fee is $500. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.