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Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is the UAE capital, opening up to dogs fast since a January 2026 rule let licensed hotels and restaurants welcome cats and dogs, with Yas Island as a real pet-friendly hub and 24-hour vet clinics, though narrower than Europe with no dog beaches and most landmarks off-limits. Top spots for pets include the 8 km Corniche seafront promenade, the Yas Bay and Yas Marina dog-friendly waterfronts, Reem Central Park, and Bark Park in Al Bateen, the city's one off-leash dog run, especially around Yas Island and Saadiyat for the densest cluster of pet-friendly hotels and dog-welcoming café terraces, plus the central Corniche districts and Khalifa City for vets and boarding.

🏨 5 hotels💶 From €68/night

🗺️ Pet-friendly hotel map: Abu Dhabi

All pet-friendly hotels in Abu Dhabi, live from Booking.com, click any marker to see prices and book.

5pet-friendly hotels

⭐ 8.4avg. rating

1with no pet fee

from €68/night

Why Abu Dhabi with your pet?

📍 Top spot

the 8 km Corniche seafront promenade, the Yas Bay and Yas Marina dog-friendly waterfronts, Reem Central Park, and Bark Park in Al Bateen, the city's one off-leash dog run.

🏘️ Best area

Yas Island and Saadiyat for the densest cluster of pet-friendly hotels and dog-welcoming café terraces, plus the central Corniche districts and Khalifa City for vets and boarding.

Top pet-friendly hotels: Abu Dhabi

Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island by IHG

8.41.8k

Pet fee: €18

★★★★☆

Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island by IHG

Very Good·1.8k reviews

🐾 Pet policyCrowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island by IHG makes pet travel easy: a clear pet policy, no hidden surprises, and a genuinely welcoming team. A pet fee of €18 per night applies, charged at check-in. Up to 20 kg allowed, with a maximum of one pet per room. Keep your pet on a lead in public areas and avoid leaving them unsupervised in the room. Please declare your pet at the time of booking to ensure a suitable room allocation.

Pets of any size welcomeYas Island locationIHG pet programme

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€95/ night

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81.2k

🐾 No pet fee

★★★★☆

Downtown Plaza Hotel Apartments

Very Good·1.2k reviews

🐾 Pet policyRated highly rated, Downtown Plaza Hotel Apartments welcomes travellers and their pets with a relaxed, inclusive approach. Pets stay completely free of charge, no extra fee applies. Up to 20 kg allowed, with a maximum of one pet per room. Keep your pet on a lead in public areas and avoid leaving them unsupervised in the room. Please declare your pet at the time of booking to ensure a suitable room allocation.

Dogs of any size, no pet feePet welcome gift on arrivalCentral Hamdan Street apartments

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€68/ night

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8.21.5k

Pet fee: €18

★★★★☆

Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi by IHG

Very Good·1.5k reviews

🐾 Pet policyAt Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi by IHG, dogs are a familiar sight: the team is well versed in hosting four-legged guests. Expect a €18 nightly pet surcharge, collected at check-in. Pets are accepted up to 20 kg; one pet per room maximum. A dog-friendly park or green space is within easy walking distance of the property. A lead is required in corridors and shared spaces. Please do not leave your pet alone in the room. Letting the hotel know about your pet at the time of booking is strongly recommended.

IHG pet-friendly programmeCentral city-centre locationConfirm pet terms at booking

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€78/ night

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Staybridge Suites Yas Island Abu Dhabi by IHG

8.6910

Pet fee: €18

★★★★☆

Staybridge Suites Yas Island Abu Dhabi by IHG

Excellent·910 reviews

🐾 Pet policyAt Staybridge Suites Yas Island Abu Dhabi by IHG, dogs are a familiar sight: the team is well versed in hosting four-legged guests. Expect a €18 nightly pet surcharge, collected at check-in. Pets are accepted up to 20 kg; one pet per room maximum. A dog-friendly park or green space is within easy walking distance of the property. A lead is required in corridors and shared spaces. Please do not leave your pet alone in the room. Letting the hotel know about your pet at the time of booking is strongly recommended.

Yas Island, near the theme parksSuites with kitchenetteUp to 2 dogs under 20kg

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€88/ night

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8.72.5k

Pet fee: €87

★★★★★

W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island

Excellent·2.5k reviews

🐾 Pet policyW Abu Dhabi - Yas Island warmly welcomes well-behaved pets and offers a dedicated welcome amenity for four-legged guests. The hotel charges a €87/night pet fee, payable at reception on arrival. Pets are accepted up to 10 kg; one pet per room maximum. Leads required in all shared spaces; pets are not admitted to the spa or restaurant areas. Remember to mention your pet when booking so the hotel can prepare accordingly.

Built over the Yas Marina F1 circuitIconic design 5-starOne dog up to 18kg

From

€180/ night

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✈️ Compare pet-friendly flights to Abu Dhabi

Search live prices across airlines that allow pets in cabin (Air France, KLM, Lufthansa, SAS and more). Pet policy must always be confirmed with the carrier before booking.

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Complete Abu Dhabi pet travel guide

Restaurants, parks, transport, beaches, vets. Everything you need to know for Abu Dhabi with your pet.

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Emergency vets & animal clinics

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🌡️ Typical weather in Abu Dhabi

Average temperatures. Ideal for planning your pet trip

Jan☀️19°✓ Best

Feb☀️21°✓ Best

Mar☀️24°✓ Best

Apr☀️29°

May🔥34°

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Jul🔥39°

Aug🔥39°

Sep🔥36°

Oct☀️32°

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Dec☀️21°✓ Best

🐾 Best months to travel with a pet in Abu Dhabi: Jan, Feb, Mar, Nov, Dec

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Frequently asked questions

Do hotels in Abu Dhabi genuinely accept pets?+

Yes. The 5 hotels listed on this page have been verified to have an explicit pet-acceptance policy on Booking.com. We don't list hotels that only say "subject to availability". Each property actively welcomes pets.

Where are the best places to walk a dog in Abu Dhabi?+

Abu Dhabi has excellent options: the 8 km Corniche seafront promenade, the Yas Bay and Yas Marina dog-friendly waterfronts, Reem Central Park, and Bark Park in Al Bateen, the city's one off-leash dog run. These areas let dogs exercise freely and are within a short distance of the hotels on this list.

What is the average pet fee in Abu Dhabi hotels?+

Pet fees typically range from €0–€30 per night in Abu Dhabi. Some premium properties charge up to €50. Around 40% of properties on our list charge no additional pet fee. Filter by "dogs stay free" to find them.

Do I need a pet passport to travel to Abu Dhabi?+

If you're travelling from within the EU, an EU pet passport (with up-to-date rabies vaccination) is recommended for United Arab Emirates. From outside the EU, check entry requirements with the United Arab Emirates embassy in your home country.