At Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa, we understand that a truly perfect getaway includes every member of the family, pets included, and are delighted to announce our new status as a proudly dog-friendly hotel!
From the moment you arrive, your pooch will be pampered with specialised pet beds, an assortment of toys and gourmet treats. Our garden rooms come with direct access to a small private, contained garden area, ideal for a little off-leash playtime. Follow this link to scout out your next dog-friendly stay now and enjoy a sneak peak of the royal treatment that awaits you both!
The expansive grounds offer ample outdoor space, allowing leashed pets to burn off energy amidst lush garden surroundings. Additionally, the on-site restaurant, Oak Terrace, warmly welcomes dogs on a leash when accompanied by overnight guests. This shaded dining area, adorned with umbrellas and surrounded by abundant trees, ensures a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience for all.
The demand for pet-friendly accommodations is on the rise, driven by a growing trend in pet ownership and the need for upscale services for pets. “Pet ownership worldwide has soared, and with it the humanisation of pets. “Fur-baby” is now even an official word in the Oxford Dictionary. Pet parents are not only prepared to spend on pets but also demand the best, often fit-for-human grade, for them. This means they often want to take their fur babies with them when they travel and not leave them in a pet hotel. Pet-friendly establishments of all varieties have an opportunity to meet this rising demand in creative ways including by upselling to these tourists, everything from pet popsicles and pet-accinos.” Says, Sabine Lehmann Bizcommunity (Backlink) Travel Trends round up report for 2024 #BizTrends2024: 5 tourism and travel megatrends to take note of in 2024 (bizcommunity.com)
“The growing trend towards pet-friendly travel mirrors a broader societal shift, as more travellers and solo adventurers opt to bring their furry companions along. As we celebrate international Dog Day this August, we couldn’t think of a more apt time to share this news of our proudly pet-friendly status, and one which we hope sets a precedent for the future of travel in South Africa”, concludes Debbie-Lee Cockrell, GM- Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa.
Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa’s prime positioning in the Heart of the Helderberg offers guests and their pets access to neighbouring Winelands estates, featuring a plethora of outdoor trails, biking, hiking and other dog-friendly activities. The renowned Radloff Park, with its beautiful river walk along the Lourens River, and the nearby Strand beach, both just minutes away, both make for idyllic settings for sunset strolls with furry friends.
For more details on our pet-friendly offerings or to book your next winelands getaway, visit our website or contact our reservations team for more information.
We look forward to welcoming you at Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa soon for a family getaway where every family member, furry or not, is treated to world-class hospitality in an unrivalled setting.