InterContinental Washington Willard
Washington, District of Columbia, United States · 4 Star Hotel
InterContinental Washington Willard Dog Friendly Review
InterContinental Washington Willard holds a failing F Roch Rank. Most room categories take dogs and the hotel sends its pet policy before you book, but inside the hotel the welcome stops at the bedroom door: only service dogs are allowed in its restaurants and bars, including Café du Parc and the Round Robin Bar, and there is no guest lounge. The National Mall is about a 10 minute walk away, with open space for walks and the monuments along the way.
The room comes with nothing for your dog: there is no dog bed, no bowls, no treats, toys or poop bags, and no dog food for sale, so pack everything. There is a dog fee of $200 for the stay and no damage deposit. The concierge keeps an emergency vet number on hand, and the team will point you towards good walking routes nearby.
A weight limit of 40 lbs applies, and your dog cannot be left alone in the room, so with the restaurants and bars closed to dogs, dinner means room service or taking turns. There is no garden, dedicated dog space or dog wash, and no dog walking, sitting or grooming service. This suits only an owner of a small dog who wants a central Washington base and expects to spend the evenings in the room; anyone who wants their dog at the table should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 8/77. 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 1 November 2026.
InterContinental Washington Willard With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is InterContinental Washington Willard dog friendly?
InterContinental Washington Willard welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank F 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 InterContinental Washington Willard?
Yes. InterContinental Washington Willard charges a pet fee of $200. 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 InterContinental Washington Willard?
Up to 40 dogs are permitted per room at InterContinental Washington Willard, 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 InterContinental Washington Willard?
Yes. Dogs up to 40 lb are welcome at InterContinental Washington Willard. If your dog is heavier than that, it is worth speaking to the hotel before booking to see what can be arranged.
Where are dogs allowed in InterContinental Washington Willard?
Dogs are welcome in the terrace at InterContinental Washington Willard. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
Is InterContinental Washington Willard pet-friendly?
InterContinental Washington Willard 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 F rating.
Are pets allowed at InterContinental Washington Willard?
Yes. InterContinental Washington Willard allows dogs to stay. Dogs up to 40 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 is the pet policy at InterContinental Washington Willard?
The pet policy at InterContinental Washington Willard covers the essentials: a pet fee of $200 applies, up to 40 dogs per room, a weight limit of 40 lb 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.