4 Dog-Friendly Disney World Hotels for a Pawsitively Perfect Vacation
We all love sharing the magic of Disney World with our nearest and dearest — but what happens when our nearest and dearest are furry, wet-nosed, and walk on four legs?
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Pluto in Magic Kingdom
With three resort categories and over 20 individual resorts, Disney World offers accommodations to fit almost ANY travel need. Fortunately for pet owners, Disney’s trademark hospitality even extends to our favorite furry friends and family members!
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That’s right — if you’re planning a trip to Walt Disney World, there’s no need to leave your fur babies behind! Four of Disney World’s incredible resorts offer dog-friendly accommodations to welcome your Disney-loving dog and give them a “pawsitively” perfect Disney resort stay!
Dog-Friendly Accommodations
With fan-favorite canine characters like Pluto, Goofy, Slinky Dog, Dug, and Lady and the Tramp, Disney’s love for dogs is pretty apparent.
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As such, it comes as no surprise that Disney would welcome our four-legged friends with open arms. Dogs are currently allowed at Disney’s Art of Animation Resort, Disney’s Port Orleans Resort — Riverside, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort, and The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort.
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Each of these four resorts offers designated dog-friendly rooms and outdoor areas. Dog-friendly rooms have easy access to the outdoors and designated Pet Relief Areas, so your furry friend can tend to their needs, get some exercise, and enjoy their magical home away from home.
Even better? Upon arrival, dog owners and their furry friends receive a warm welcome with Pluto’s Welcome Kit.
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This complimentary, Pluto-themed kit typically includes a pet identification card, food mat, food and water bowls, and doggie bags. You’ll also receive information on your resort’s pet policies, a map of dog-friendly areas, and a “Do Not Disturb” door hanger.
The Resorts
Want to know more about Disney World’s dog-friendly resorts? Let’s check them out!
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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
With its larger-than-life Disney theming, incredible Big Blue Pool, and prime location on the Disney Skyliner, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is a popular choice for many Disney fans.
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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
A Disney value resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort boasts reasonable prices and a range of accommodation types.
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Disney’s Art of Animation Resort
All room categories here offer dog-friendly rooms, so you’ll have your pick of the resort’s The Little Mermaid-inspired standard rooms and The Lion King, Cars, and Finding Nemo-inspired family suites.
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This lively resort is a particularly good choice if you’re traveling with a big group of family and friends, or if your furry friend just needs a little extra space to stretch their legs.
Disney’s Port Orleans Resort – Riverside
Over at Disney’s Port Orleans — Riverside, you’ll find a fun-filled pool, delicious eats, and Southern charm in spades.
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Port Orleans Riverside Resort
This moderate-level resort is conveniently located near Disney Springs and even offers boat transportation to get you there. A quick ride down the Sassagoula River gives you easy access to all the dining, entertainment, and shopping Disney Springs has to offer!
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While your furry friend can’t enjoy a ride down the Sassagoula River, they can enjoy a scenic stroll along its shores. Disney’s Port Orleans — Riverside offers beautiful, sprawling grounds that are perfect for picturesque walks with your pup.
Moreover, designated dog-friendly rooms can be found all over the resort, giving you the option to stay in the resort’s rustic Alligator Bayou section or the stately mansions of Magnolia Bend.
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Dogs are welcome on all walking trails around the resort – just be sure to pick up after your dog and keep them leashed at all times.
Disney’s Yacht Club Resort
Popular for its upscale vibe and elegant, New England-inspired architecture, Disney’s Yacht Club Resort is the perfect destination for a puppy vacation.
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This beautiful deluxe resort boasts sophisticated accommodations, gorgeous water views, and easy access to fine dining like the Yachtsman Steakhouse.
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Yachtsman Steakhouse at Disney’s Yacht Club
Of course, the resort’s biggest draw is the ever-popular Stormalong Bay pool, which Disney’s Yacht Club shares with its sister resort, Disney’s Beach Club. This sprawling feature pool includes a zero-entry sand-bottom pool, a relaxing lazy river, and a thrilling 230-foot water slide.
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Stormalong Bay at Disney’s Beach Club Resort
At Disney’s Yacht Club, you’ll find dog-friendly rooms in several categories, including Garden View, Water View, and Water View Club Level.
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The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
If you’re looking for dog-friendly accommodations that offer a bit more freedom for you and your pup, Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds may be the perfect fit!
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Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort
This peaceful and laid-back resort offers a charming rustic vibe, along with fun activities and delicious dining like the lively Hoop Dee Doo Musical Revue dinner show. Seriously, this one’s not to be missed!
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At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds, dogs are welcome on campsites as well as in the new deluxe-level DVC cabins. These private, one-bedroom cabins offer a spacious floorplan with plenty of room for your pup to move and play!
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At Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort, dogs do need to be leashed in all public areas. However, the resort offers a wealth of outdoor space for long walks, and is even home to the Waggin’ Tails Dog Park!
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Pet Fees
Of course, nothing’s free in Disney World! When you bring your pup along on your Disney vacation, you’ll incur a nightly upcharge to cover the cost of cleaning. This fee includes up to two dogs per room.
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Currently, Disney’s pet fees are as follows:
- Disney’s Art of Animation Resort: $50 plus tax per night
- Disney’s Port Orleans – Riverside Resort: $50 plus tax per night
- The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds: $50 plus tax per night
- Campsites at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds: $5 plus tax per night
- Disney’s Yacht Club Resort: $75 plus tax per night
More Important Information on Dog-Friendly Resorts
If you’re visiting Disney World with your furry best bud, you’ll have plenty of options for magical places to stay. But there are a few more things you’ll need to know for your pawsitively perfect pet-friendly vacation!
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Important Disney Pet Policies
- Even at Disney’s dog-friendly resorts, dogs are not allowed in the pools, restaurants, or inside common recreational areas. Pups are also not allowed inside the Disney theme parks or on Disney transportation. This does NOT apply to service animals.
- No more than two dogs are permitted inside any Disney hotel room.
- Dogs must be leashed or in a pet carrier when outside of your hotel room.
- Dogs should not be left alone inside a hotel room for more than 7 hours.
- All dogs must be up to date on vaccinations, and you must provide documentation of such upon request.
- Dogs are expected to be fully trained and well-behaved.
- You must hang your “Do Not Disturb” door hanger on your door upon check-in (you’ll receive this in your Pluto’s Welcome Kit). This is to alert Disney Cast Members that dogs are present inside the room.
- Housekeeping is NOT available when your dog is present inside the room. You can call Housekeeping directly to schedule a cleaning time.
You can find a full list of Disney’s pet policies HERE.
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Best Friends Pet Hotel
So what’s a Disney dog to do when you’re out exploring Disney’s Animal Kingdom, eating around the World Showcase in EPCOT, or meeting your favorite characters in Magic Kingdom?
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Enter the Best Friends Pet Hotel! Located just across the street from the dog-friendly Port Orleans — Riverside resort, this pet-loving facility offers overnight and daytime boarding for your beloved pup, so they can join in all the vacation fun!
The Best Friends Pet Hotel boasts air-conditioned indoor play space, 10,000 square feet of covered outdoor runs and play areas, and even a 25,000-square-foot dog park!
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For more information on services and rates, check out the Best Friends Pet Hotel website HERE.
Ready to Book a Dog-Friendly Disney Vacation?
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