The Ultimutt Dog Friendly Guide to Los Angeles Discover why The Garland is the most pet-friendly hotel in Los Angeles, plus the best dog-friendly spots in the San Fernando Valley!

Your Dog-Friendly Los Angeles Adventure Starts Here at The Garland

August 26th may be National Dog Day, but here at The Garland we believe our four-legged family members deserve to be celebrated every day. We also believe we're the doggone best pet-friendly hotel in LA, so we curated this must-visit guide to prove it. Here's everything you and your Very Important Pooch need for the ultimate dog-friendly stay in Hollywood.

Check in to one of our pet-friendly rooms, complete with a signature Garland dog toy, dog mat, dog bowl, and bottled water. Prefer a room with cooling tiled floors for Fido? We've got you covered.

The Garland also features:

• A fenced Pet Relief Area bordered with succulent roses - because humans aren't the only ones who like to stop and smell ‘em
• A dog-friendly patio at The Front Yard, our on-site restaurant, complete with a hand-painted mural of our owner's two dachshunds, Dexter & Chester (pictured above)
• Concierge-level care through our partnership with Valley Pet Sitting, including dog walking, in-room pet sitting, and even wedding pet attendant services

Dog Model above: Madeline Mills- Dogter of The Garland's GM, Scott

Pamper your Pooch with a Hollywood Style Spa Day

Looking to pamper your pup during your stay? Dexter & Chester recommend Golden Paws Mobile Spa, which comes right to the hotel so your dog can get the full Hollywood glam treatment while you relax poolside. Snap a photo of Spot's fresh do, then head to Red Maple in Toluca Lake to sip a latte with your dog's face latte-art on top. If Spot wants to enjoy the wind in his ears, rent a convertible through our concierge services at The Store. Think your dog deserves his own menu served on a silver platter? So does Morison in Burbank!

Dog Model above: Sassi Nitt - Dogter of The Garland's Marketing Manager, Brooke

Best Dog Bakery in Los Angeles : The Barkery

Once your pup's had their spa day and savory snack, it's time for a sweet treat. Visit The Barkery in Encino, a woman-owned small business known for freshly made, all-natural, dog-safe pastries, cookies, cakes, and seasonal specialties. Beyond baked goods, The Barkery also offers pet supplies and hosts regular community events. We even got the chance to pawtner with them for our dog days of summer staff event...check out our TikTok for the full recap!

Yappy Hour: The Garland Celebrates the Entire Pack

Dog Models above: Billy, Loly, Blue, Nash and furiends with The Garland's Director of Revenue Management, Norma

Welcoming guests with paws is only half the story; we make sure the fur-babies of our own staff feel celebrated too. Our annual Yappy Hour in Beverly Park brings Garland associates and their dogs together for a pawty complete with treats from The Barkery and In-N-Out's off-menu Puppy Patties: a no-salt, no-seasoning hamburger patty. Your hound can have one too for about $2.00, available at the SoCal staple just three miles down Ventura Blvd.

Sip a Night Cap Next to a 15-Foot Bulldog

Dog Model above: Luna Donnelly  - Dogter of The Garland's Assistant Director of Rooms, Kiley

Looking to toast to your canine companion? Head to Idle Hour, an iconic North Hollywood bar for a brew under the watchful eye of a 15-foot pipe-smoking bulldog. The menu includes Tail of the Pup hot dogs, "Good Boy" melts, and plenty of commemorative swag for the road.

Enjoy a Dog-Friendly Valley Staycay

Maybe you’re one of our LA locals who frequently visits The Garland for a Valley Staycation. If so, be sure to pay a visit to St. Barks in Studio City, the area’s first members-only outdoor doggy social club. With trivia, bingo nights, and more, St. Barks gives pups and their people a place to socialize, play, and make new friends.

Adopt or Foster a Dog Near The Garland

Reading this and wishing you had a furry friend of your own? These local and national organizations can help:

• Burbank Animal Shelter 
• East Valley Animal Shelter
• Pups Without Borders

Insider Scoop: Whitnall Dog Park in North Hollywood offers low cost pet vaccines and microchipping on the third Saturday of every month.

Can't adopt yet? Sign a shelter dog out for a Labor Day weekend of fostering and fun with Slumber Buddies Weekend through Best Friends Animal Society!

So there you have it, your ultimate dog-friendly getaway guide to LA! We hope you enjoyed reading it with your furry friend by your side, but there's really only one way to find out if this guide holds up: have Fido see for themselves. When you're ready to make it a getaway, The Garland is here to welcome you both!

Frequently Asked Questions About Dog-Friendly Travel in Los Angeles

Does The Garland charge a pet fee?

Yes. The Garland charges a $75 non-refundable weekly dog fee during your stay. The pet policy is limited to one dog per guest room, weighing up to 40 lbs (20 kg). Service dogs are welcome at The Garland.

What is a good area of Los Angeles to visit with a dog?

The San Fernando Valley is a convenient area for travelers visiting Los Angeles with dogs because destinations in North Hollywood, Studio City, Toluca Lake, Burbank, and Encino offer a variety of dog-friendly restaurants, parks, treats, services, and social activities. The Garland provides a pet-friendly home base near many of these locations.

Written by Brooke Nitti