Can I Book A Vacation Rental And Bring My Pet(s)?

Planning a trip with your pet? Many vacation rentals welcome furry companions, making it easy to bring them along on your vacation. Whether you're booking through Holidu, Booking.com, or Airbnb, finding pet-friendly accommodations is straightforward when you know where to look.

How Do I Find Pet-Friendly Stays?

All three platforms offer simple ways to filter for pet-friendly accommodations. Here's how to find the perfect place for you and your pet:

Holidu

You can filter your search results for pet-friendly rentals in just a few clicks:

1. During the booking process:
   • Start by selecting your destination, travel dates, and number of guests
   • Once search results appear, you can refine your search by applying filters
2. Using the pet-friendly filter:
   • On the left side of the search results page, look for the "Popular filters" or "Amenities" section
   • Check the box for "Pets allowed"
   • Your search results will display only accommodations that welcome pets

Booking.com

There are two easy ways to filter for pet-friendly stays on Booking.com:

1. During the booking process:
   • When selecting your destination, dates, and number of guests, you will find the question in the drop-down menu of the guest selection: "Travelling with pets?"
   • Select this option to see only accommodations that allow pets
2. Using the search filters:
   • If you didn't select "Travelling with pets?" earlier, you can still apply the "Pets allowed" filter
   • Simply check this box under the "Facilities" section of the filter options on the left-hand side of the search results

Airbnb

You can filter for pet-friendly listings in two simple ways:

1. During the booking process:
   • When selecting your destination, dates, and number of guests, you'll also see an option to add the number of pets travelling with you in the drop-down menu of the guest selection
   • Once selected, your search results will automatically include accommodations that allow pets
2. Using the search filters:
   • If you didn't enter the number of pets earlier, you can still apply a filter
   • Click "Filters" in the top right corner of the search page
   • In the pop-up window, check the box for "Allows pets" under the "Booking options" section

Understanding Pet Policies

Each listing clearly states whether pets are allowed, along with any specific rules and requirements. The property description provides detailed information on house rules and regulations that apply to your pet.

Some hosts may have restrictions on:

• The number of pets allowed
• The size or breed of pets
• The type of pets (for example, some properties may allow dogs but not cats)
• Additional pet fees that may apply

Be sure to review the complete description and house rules before booking to understand all pet policies for your chosen property.

Adding Your Pet To Your Booking

When booking a pet-friendly property, it's important to properly add your pet information to your reservation. Many properties require you to add your pet during the booking process to ensure they are allowed. The process varies slightly by platform:

• Holidu and Booking.com: Add your pet's information in the Extra Services section during checkout or in the check-in form
• Airbnb: Add your pet information when selecting the number of pets during the booking process

If your pet was not added to your initial booking, contact the host directly to inform them that you will be bringing a pet. This allows the host to confirm whether your pet can be accommodated.

What If The Booking Fails After Adding A Pet?

If the booking process fails once you add a pet to your booking, it means that the property cannot accommodate your pet for your selected dates. Some properties may have limited pet availability or may have reached their pet capacity for that period. In this case, you'll need to either:

• Adjust your travel dates
• Search for alternative pet-friendly properties
• Contact the host to discuss alternative arrangements

Note that it is not possible to add a pet after a booking has been confirmed.

Pet Fees And Additional Costs

Many pet-friendly properties are offered free of charge for pets, with no additional fees required. However, some hosts do charge pet fees. These fees are typically displayed in the property listing and will be included in your total booking cost before you confirm your reservation.

Always check the property description carefully to understand whether pet fees apply to your chosen accommodation.

Planning Your Pet-Friendly Vacation

Before finalizing your booking, consider the following:

• Verify the pet policy matches your needs
• Confirm the property has suitable amenities for your pet (outdoor space, pet beds, etc.)
• Review any breed or size restrictions
• Check cancellation policies in case your plans change
• Plan ahead for pet arrangements like veterinary care or pet-sitting if needed

By taking time to review pet policies and properly adding your pet information during the booking process, you can ensure a comfortable and enjoyable vacation for both you and your furry companion.