Can I Book a Vacation Rental and Bring My Pet(s)?

Yes, many vacation rentals welcome pets. Whether your pet is allowed depends on the property's house rules, so check the listing before you book. You can filter for pet-friendly stays on Holidu, Booking.com, and Airbnb, and each listing states its pet rules, any fees, and any limits on the number, size, or type of pets.

How Do I Find Pet-Friendly Stays?

Each platform has its own filters. Use the steps below for the platform you are booking on.

Holidu

1. Enter your destination, travel dates, and number of guests.
2. On the left side of the search results, open the "Popular filters" or "Amenities" section.
3. Check the box for "Pets allowed."

Booking.com

There are two ways to filter for pet-friendly stays:

• During the booking process: When you select your destination, dates, and number of guests, open the guest drop-down menu and select "Travelling with pets?" Only accommodations that allow pets will appear.
• Using the search filters: If you did not select "Travelling with pets?" earlier, check the "Pets allowed" box under the "Facilities" section on the left side of the search results.

Airbnb

There are two ways to filter for pet-friendly stays:

• During the booking process: When you select your destination, dates, and number of guests, add the number of pets travelling with you in the guest drop-down menu. Your search results will then show only accommodations that allow pets.
• Using the search filters: If you did not add pets earlier, click "Filters" in the top right corner of the search page. In the pop-up window, check "Allows pets" under "Booking options." If you added pets during the booking process, this filter is already applied.

What Pet Rules Should I Check Before Booking?

Read the listing description before you book. Some hosts set rules on the number, size, or type of pets they accept, and some properties charge extra pet fees. On Airbnb, review the house rules under "Things to know." On Holidu, the description explains the house rules and regulations that apply, including any extra fees for pets.

Do I Need to Add My Pet to My Booking?

For some Holidu properties, you must add your pet during the booking process. If your pet is required to be added and you do not add it, your pet may not be allowed at the property. To add a pet on Holidu:

1. Go to the check-out page.
2. Find the Extra Services section below your personal details.
3. Add your pet to your booking.
4. Add your pet's information in the check-in form.

If the booking process fails after you add a pet, it means no pet-friendly properties are available for your selected dates. You cannot add a pet after the booking is made.

If you did not add your pet to your booking, contact the host before your arrival to let them know you are travelling with a pet. This helps the host confirm that your pet is welcome.

Need Help Before You Travel?

If you have questions about bringing your pet, contact the host before you book. Ask about any pet fees, rules, or limits so you can plan your trip with confidence.