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 next getaway. Whether you're booking through Holidu, Booking.com, or Airbnb, finding pet-friendly accommodations is simple and straightforward.

How Do I Find Pet-Friendly Stays?

All three platforms offer easy ways to filter for pet-friendly accommodations. Here's how to search on each:

Holidu

You can filter your search results in just a few clicks:

During the booking process:

• Start by selecting your destination, travel dates, and number of guests
• Once the search results appear, you can refine your search by applying filters

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 then display only accommodations that welcome pets

Booking.com

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

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

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:

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

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
• If you previously added pets during the booking process, this filter will already be applied

Understanding Pet Policies and Fees

Each listing clearly states whether pets are allowed, along with any specific rules and restrictions. The property description provides detailed information on house rules and regulations that apply, including any extra fees for pets, the number of pets allowed, size restrictions, or specific types of pets accepted.

Be sure to review the full property description and house rules before booking. Some hosts may have restrictions on the number, size, or type of pets, and additional fees may apply. Taking time to read these details helps ensure your pet will be welcomed and prevents any surprises upon arrival.

Adding Your Pet to Your Booking

For some properties, your pet needs to be added during the booking process to be allowed at the accommodation. When making your reservation, please review the Extra Services section or pet information fields to add your pet's details.

It is important to add your pet information during the booking process where required. Please make sure to include details about your pet in the check-in form or during the reservation steps to ensure the host is aware of your furry companion.

If you realize after booking that you didn't add your pet to your reservation, contact the host immediately to inform them that you will be bringing a pet. The host can then advise you on whether any additional fees apply or if any adjustments need to be made to your booking.

What Happens If Booking Fails When Adding a Pet?

If the booking process fails once you add a pet to your booking, it typically means that no more pet-friendly properties are available for your selected dates. In this case, you may need to adjust your travel dates or search again to find available pet-friendly accommodations that suit your needs.

Key Takeaways

• Pet-friendly filters are available on Holidu, Booking.com, and Airbnb to help you find suitable accommodations
• Always review the complete property description and house rules for specific pet policies, restrictions, and fees
• Add your pet information during the booking process when required by the property
• If you forgot to add your pet during booking, contact the host promptly to inform them of your pet
• Different properties have different pet policies, so check each listing carefully before confirming your reservation

With these simple steps, you can find the perfect pet-friendly vacation rental and enjoy your trip with your beloved companion by your side.