Switzerland's hospitality industry is broadly pet-friendly, especially in mountain resort towns where dogs are practically part of the scenery, but policies and fees are set hotel by hotel, not nationally. 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.

Before booking, confirm three things directly with the property: whether there's a fee and how much, whether there's a weight or breed limit, and which areas of the hotel (dining rooms, spas, certain floors) are off-limits to pets.

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.