Pet Policy at Hotel Van Zandt: bring your dog or not?
Yes — Hotel Van Zandt is dog-friendly. The hotel allows up to two dogs per room with no breed or size restrictions, but a $100 pet fee per stay and a signed release form are required at check-in.
In this guide
Which pets are allowed and how many
Hotel Van Zandt specifically welcomes dogs. The property statement does not list any weight, height, or breed restrictions.
You may bring up to two dogs per room; the policy applies per room rather than per guest.
- Allowed: dogs only (policy spells out dogs; other pets not specified).
- Maximum: two dogs per room.
- No size, weight, or breed limits listed in the hotel's policy.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Allowed animals | Dogs (other types not specified) |
| Max dogs per room | 2 |
| Breed/weight limits | None listed |
Fees, forms, and donations
A $100 pet fee applies per stay and must be paid when you check in. The hotel requires signing a release form at check-in for each stay that includes dogs.
The hotel's pet program donates a portion of each pet fee to the Austin Animal Center; the policy notes 10% of the fee is donated.
- $100 pet fee per stay
- Signed pet release form required at check-in
- 10% of the pet fee is donated to the Austin Animal Center (per hotel statement)
| Charge | When applied |
|---|---|
| $100 pet fee | Per stay at check-in |
| Donation | 10% of the pet fee goes to Austin Animal Center |
Where dogs are and aren’t allowed on property
Dogs must be leashed in public spaces of the hotel. The hotel's guest-facing materials state that pets should remain leashed when outside the guestroom.
There are clear restrictions: dogs are not permitted on the pool deck or in the pool, and they are not allowed inside Geraldine's restaurant.
- Leash required in public areas
- Not allowed: Pool Deck or in the rooftop pool
- Not allowed: Inside Geraldine's restaurant
| Area | Dog access |
|---|---|
| Guest rooms (e.g., Room, 1 King Bed; Room, Corner; Premium Room, Pool View) | Allowed (subject to pet fee and release form) |
| Pool Deck / rooftop pool | Not permitted |
| Geraldine's restaurant | Not permitted |
Practical tips for bringing your dog
Bring a leash, copies of vaccination records if you have them, and any crate or bedding your dog prefers. While the hotel does not list a requirement for vaccination proof, having documentation can be helpful if the front desk asks.
Request pet amenities via concierge—pet amenities are listed among items included in the daily guest amenity fee when available—and confirm where to walk your dog nearby before arrival.
- Pack leash, food, bowls, and waste bags
- Bring bedding or a crate if your dog prefers a contained space
- Ask concierge about pet amenities and local walk spots (Rainey Street and Lady Bird Lake trails are nearby)
| Before arrival | Action |
|---|---|
| Confirm pet fee & forms | Call ahead or verify at check-in |
| Local walks | Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail is steps away |
| Pool plans | Do not plan to bring dog to Pool Deck |
Room types and dogs — what to request
Hotel Van Zandt’s room inventory includes types such as Room, 1 King Bed; Room, 2 Queen Beds; Premium Room, Pool View; Room, Corner; Spa King Junior Suite; Spa Queen/Queen Junior Suite; Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa); and Presidential Suite. Dogs are allowed in guest rooms, subject to the pet policy.
If you want a quieter location for your dog, request a room away from event spaces or the Pool Deck; confirm your preference with the front desk or BookResorts before arrival.
- Examples of room names: Room, 1 King Bed; Premium Room, Pool View; Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa); Presidential Suite
- Verify special requests (ground-floor access, extra room for crate) directly with the hotel
- Rollaway beds and other in-room requests may carry separate fees
| Room name | Notes for dog owners |
|---|---|
| Room, 1 King Bed | Standard guestroom — dogs permitted |
| Premium Room, Pool View | Dogs allowed, but pool access for dogs is not permitted |
| Suite, 1 Bedroom (Spa) / Presidential Suite | Larger space — check specifics or extra cleaning requests with hotel |
Enforcement and check-in details
The primary guest must be at least 18 years old to check in and will need to present government-issued ID and a credit card; the cardholder name must match the reservation. The hotel staff will collect the pet fee and the signed release form at check-in.
If you have questions about bringing two dogs, breed-specific local rules, or need assistance arranging pet-focused services, contact the hotel concierge or BookResorts agents (phone listed below) before you travel.
- Minimum check-in age: 18 (primary guest must sign)
- Credit card and ID required at check-in
- Pet fee and release form collected at check-in
| Contact option | Use for |
|---|---|
| Hotel concierge | Confirm pet amenities, cabana reservations, local dog-walking spots |
| BookResorts agents (24/7) | Questions about booking and policies: +1 (888) 605-1350 |
| Front desk | Pay pet fee and sign release at arrival |
