The Palm Lodge Boarding House

The Palm Lodge Boarding House is a budget, self-catering boarding house at 47 Off Lane, off Tank Street in the Gladstone CBD. It offers functional, central accommodation for travellers and workers, and the one thing that decides whether you stay here with a dog is that the pet policy is not published or advertised.

Dogs at The Palm Lodge

There is no official pet policy to point to, and anecdotal reports from guests suggest dogs are only sometimes accommodated, often with a one-dog limit at management's discretion. Call ahead on 07 4972 9565 before booking and get a yes or no for your dates in writing if a dog is the reason you are choosing this place.

Rooms are compact, with a bed, fridge, TV and air conditioning, but the bathroom, kitchen and laundry are shared. That means a dog needs to stay in the room or remain on-lead in common areas, and no pet bowls or treats are provided, so bring your own.

Max: shared kitchens and laundries mean other residents move through the building at all hours. A dog that barks at hallway noise or struggles with strangers close by is not a good fit here.

Worth knowing

This is a basic, central base for a short stay rather than a dedicated dog-friendly destination. Treat it as somewhere to sleep between work or travel days, not somewhere to leave a dog alone for long stretches.

Getting there and parking

Access is easy from the Dawson Highway into Gladstone Central. Parking is likely on-street or limited on-site, which is typical for a CBD boarding house, though not confirmed.

While you're out there

For off-lead exercise, the Webb Park Fenced Dog Park is a short drive away in West Gladstone. For coffee, Lightbox Espresso & Wine Bar is nearby in the CBD with outdoor seating for a dog-side stop.

More options are on the Queensland pet friendly stays guide and the Gladstone Central destination page.