Lorraine Williamson
Luxury pet-friendly hotels in Spain are no longer a niche request from a small minority of travellers. They’re becoming a baseline expectation — especially for people who see a dog or cat as part of the family holiday, not an awkward add-on. In Spain, the shift is visible in everything from boutique city breaks to five-star resorts that now publish proper pet policies and build the “welcome” into the stay, not just the small print.
What matters most is clarity: weight limits, fees, where pets can go, and what the hotel actually provides. Here are five high-end options that stand out.
For a Costa del Sol reset with your pet by your side
La Zambra Resort
If you want Andalucia without the noise of the beachfront strip, this resort in the hills above the Costa del Sol hits the sweet spot: calm mornings, space to walk, and a setting that feels designed for unwinding rather than rushing.
The policy is unusually specific for a luxury property: dogs and cats are welcome, but there’s a strict weight cap and a nightly fee, so it suits smaller pets best.
For a historic city break where the pet policy is straightforward
Mercer Plaza Sevilla
Sevilla is brilliant for strolling — and tricky for pets if you book somewhere vague about the rules. This hotel makes it clear: non-aggressive pets up to 15kg, plus a nightly charge, and it even states what’s included (bed, bowl, treats). That kind of detail can be the difference between a relaxing stay and a negotiation at reception.
The location around Plaza de San Francisco puts you in the thick of the old centre, so plan walks for early morning and later evening in warm months — paws and hot pavements don’t mix.
For a “proper escape” in the middle of Spain
La Caminera Club de Campo
This is the rural curveball: a luxury countryside base where the landscape does a lot of the heavy lifting. Big skies, quiet roads, and the sort of open space that makes a dog visibly exhale.
Pet rules are the one part you should verify directly when booking. Major booking platforms and listings describe it as dog-friendly with a fee per stay and a weight limit, but third-party policies can vary by room type and change over time. Treat the listing as a guide — then confirm with the hotel before you travel.
For Madrid when you want style, walkability, and a clear “yes”
Madrid can be a surprisingly good city with a dog if you choose the right neighbourhood and don’t rely on guesswork. These two hotels work well for slightly different reasons.
Tótem Madrid
In Salamanca, you get wide pavements, a more polished pace, and easy access to leafy routes. Tótem doesn’t just say it’s pet-friendly — it outlines what’s included and sets a clear limit on the number and size of pets per room.
URSO Hotel & Spa
A quieter-feeling base near the centre, URSO is ideal if you want museums and neighbourhood wandering without the sense you’re sleeping in the middle of a motorway. Several room categories are flagged as pet-friendly, with a stated size limit and a supplement. Some hotel information also clarifies where pets can and can’t go within the building, which is exactly the kind of detail travellers end up chasing after they’ve booked.
The paperwork bit people forget until the last minute
If you’re travelling within the EU, Spain’s official guidance is blunt and useful: pets need a microchip (or an eligible tattoo), an in-date rabies vaccine, and an EU pet passport. Some destinations add extra tapeworm rules for dogs, so check before you set off.
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A practical note before you book
Even “pet-friendly” luxury hotels can feel very different once you arrive. The best stays tend to share three things: a written policy you can read, realistic limits that match your pet, and staff who treat your animal like a guest rather than a risk.
Spain is moving fast in this space — but it’s not uniform yet. That’s why the hotels above stand out: they publish the details, and they make it easier to plan like an adult, not improvise like a desperate tourist.
Sources: Europa Press, Ministerio de Agricultura