Yes, many Swiss hotels accept dogs, including luxury ones, but there is no national rule, so every property sets its own fee, limits and house rules. Switzerland's hospitality industry is broadly pet-friendly, especially in mountain resort towns where dogs are practically part of the scenery. Some properties welcome small pets free of charge; others charge a flat daily fee that can be notably higher than the equivalent in Italy, reflecting Switzerland's generally higher price level.

How much do Swiss hotels charge for dogs?

At the upper end, the fee is real money. At the time of writing, the Hard Rock Hotel Davos states an additional fee of CHF 25 per night for your dog. Baur au Lac in Zurich lists dogs as welcome at CHF 45 per dog per day, and The Dolder Grand in Zurich sets its fee at CHF 50 per night and pet. Fees change, so treat these as examples of the range and confirm the current amount with the hotel before you book. Also check whether the fee is per night, per day or per stay, and whether it applies to each pet.

Size and breed limits are the next thing to check. Hard Rock Davos says there are no general breed or size restrictions and that, as a rule, one to two dogs are allowed per room, with larger dogs or special needs handled by individual consultation. It also says dogs are accepted in any room category. The Baur au Lac and Dolder Grand pages we checked do not mention size or breed limits, which is not the same as saying there are none. Ask directly if your dog is large, if you travel with more than one, or if your breed is sometimes restricted.

Can dogs go to the restaurant and spa?

Restaurant and spa access varies more than the room policy, and it is where luxury hotels differ most. The Dolder Grand says dogs are welcome in all its restaurants, with a special dog menu at Saltz. At its main restaurant only one dog is allowed at a time, so you should notify the hotel in advance. Baur au Lac is stricter: dogs are welcome on the Marguita terrace, but its other restaurants are not listed as dog-friendly. Spas are usually off-limits. The Dolder Grand's Spa Cafe admits only assistance dogs, and Hard Rock Davos keeps dogs out of its Rock Spa and the area around the breakfast buffet. Plan on dining in your room or on a terrace at breakfast.

Expect some practical house rules and a few extras. The Dolder Grand asks for your dog's breed and name before arrival, and its housekeeping team enters your room only when the pet is not present. Baur au Lac supplies dog beds, food and water bowls and a dog menu. Hard Rock Davos provides a welcome package with a bed or fleece blanket, treats, a bowl and a towel, plus concierge-suggested walks. Mountain resort hotels in particular are worth a direct email or call, since many keep dog beds, bowls and even local trail maps on hand for guests travelling with pets, a level of detail that rarely shows up in a standard online listing.

How do you get to the hotel with a dog?

Getting to the hotel with your dog is usually part of the same trip. On SBB trains, small dogs up to 30 cm at the withers travel free in a suitable container placed under your seat. Larger dogs need their own ticket: a 2nd-class half-fare ticket, a Day Pass for Dogs (CHF 25 at the time of writing, with SBB announcing a rise to CHF 27 from 13 December 2026) or a Dog Pass. The dog must sit under your seat so it does not block the passage. If you cross a border by train, check the operator's rules for that part of the journey.

Before you book, send a short email and get the answers in writing. Ask: what is the fee, and is it per night or per stay? Is there a weight, breed or number-of-pets limit? Which room types accept dogs? Which restaurants, terraces, spa areas and breakfast rooms are off-limits? Can the dog be left alone in the room, and what does housekeeping do then? Are beds, bowls or a dog menu provided, and is there green space or a walking route nearby? Policies are set hotel by hotel, so a written reply protects you at check-in.