Pet-Friendly Places to Stay in France
Gîtes, chambres d'hôtes, hotels, Airbnb, and campsites — and what they typically charge.
- Gîtes de France lists over 3,400 pet-friendly gîtes and chambres d’hôtes under its "Animal Bienvenu" filter.
- Fees range from free to a flat per-stay or per-night charge, set property by property.
- Camping is a deeply established French tradition — most campsites accept dogs on-lead as standard.
Guides in this topic
5 guides · updated October 2026
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Pet-Friendly Hotels
Set property by property, not nationally — Logis Hotels is one useful shortcut for hotel-restaurants that accept dogs in rooms and dining areas.
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Gîtes de France & Chambres d'Hôtes
Over 3,400 pet-friendly gîtes and chambres d'hôtes are listed under Gîtes de France's own "Animal Bienvenu" search filter.
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Airbnb's Pet Policy in France
Set entirely by the host, same as anywhere Airbnb operates — check the House Rules section and message ahead if it's unclear.
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Camping & Caravan Sites
A deeply established French holiday tradition — most campsites welcome dogs, typically kept on a lead within the site.
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Extra Fees to Expect
A flat per-stay fee is the most common structure, though per-night charges and occasional deposits both appear too — always confirm in writing.