The Stavrand
Guerneville, California, United States · 5 Star Hotel
The Stavrand Dog Friendly Review
The Stavrand holds a disappointing D Roch Rank, which is worth knowing before you book, though there is more nuance to the picture once you look at how it treats travelling dogs. Dogs are welcome on the terrace or patio, so your dog need not be shut away from outdoor life during your stay, and there are green spaces and parks nearby to give you both somewhere to stretch your legs beyond the grounds. The hotel also shares its pet policy before booking, which means you can check the details that matter to you in advance rather than discovering them on arrival. There is no weight or size limit, so whether you travel with a small dog or a large one, you will not be turned away on that basis alone.
Once you are settled in, the practical provisions are reasonably thoughtful for a short stay. Your room comes with a dog bed and real food and water bowls, so you need not pack your dog's own kit for sleeping or feeding, and free treats are provided as a nice touch on arrival. Staff offer guidance on walking routes, which is helpful if you do not know the area, and poop bags are supplied so you are not caught short on a walk. Your dog may be left alone in the room, giving you the freedom to step out without your dog in tow if you need to. There is a $150 pet fee per stay, and with no damage deposit required, that fee at least is not compounded by a further sum held against you.
The main restriction to weigh is that only some rooms are dog friendly, not all, so you will need to confirm at booking that your reservation actually includes one of these rooms rather than assuming it. Weighed against that, the $150 fee buys a reasonable spread of practical extras, the bed, bowls, treats and route guidance, even if it remains a notable outlay for a single stay. There is no dog wash area, no dog-walking or sitting service, no grooming and no staff specifically trained for canine guests, so this is not a hotel geared towards pampering or hands-off care of your dog. This stay suits an owner with a well-behaved dog who is happy to self-manage walks and downtime and who has confirmed a dog friendly room in advance; owners hoping for staffed dog care or guaranteed access across the whole property should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 18/77. 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 21 September 2026.
The Stavrand With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is The Stavrand dog friendly?
Yes. The Stavrand meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank D rating. That is earned against a detailed independent assessment, so the welcome is verified rather than assumed.
Is there a pet fee at The Stavrand?
Yes. The Stavrand charges a pet fee of $150 pet fee per stay. 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.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at The Stavrand?
No. The Stavrand 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 Stavrand?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at The Stavrand. 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 Stavrand?
Dogs are welcome in the terrace at The Stavrand. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
What amenities does my dog get at The Stavrand?
The Stavrand provides a dog bed, food and water bowls and free treats for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is The Stavrand pet-friendly?
The Stavrand 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 D rating.
Are pets allowed at The Stavrand?
Yes. The Stavrand 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 Stavrand hold?
The Stavrand holds a Rank D rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It meets all six minimum requirements 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 Stavrand?
The pet policy at The Stavrand covers the essentials: a pet fee of $150 pet fee per stay applies, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the terrace. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.