Hughenden Hotel

Hughenden Hotel is a boutique hotel on Queen Street in Woollahra, set in a heritage building with a private courtyard and a homely, small-hotel feel. It is genuinely dog-friendly rather than an occasional exception, with a deposit-based policy and no size cap on dogs.

The pet policy. Dogs of any size are welcome, and cats are accepted too. Pets stay free of charge, but a deposit of around AUD 100 per stay applies, with service animals exempt. Only a limited number of rooms are pet-friendly, so a room has to be booked specifically for your dog rather than assumed. Call ahead to confirm a pet-friendly room is held for your stay.

The place. Expect a boutique, heritage feel with a private courtyard, comfortable beds and a homely atmosphere. Rooms lean small, bathrooms included, so it suits a couple with a dog more than a large group. Staff are consistently described as friendly and helpful.

Location and nearby. Woollahra's leafy streets and Centennial Parklands are within easy walking distance for a morning walk before checkout.

Who it suits. Good for a quiet weekend away with one dog of any size where you want a proper hotel feel rather than a big chain. Less suited to large groups, given the compact room sizes.

Best booked well ahead, especially on weekends, since pet-friendly rooms are limited and go first.

Sources

• Hughenden Boutique Hotel - Official Site · hughendenhotel.com.au

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