Beach vacations with your dog: Dog-friendly apartments and hotels near the best dog-friendly beaches in Spain.
Friday, May 13th, 2026
Dog-Friendly Destinations
Going to the beach with our dog is priceless. Seeing him enjoy himself in the sea is almost more of a pleasure than we could ever feel ourselves. They make us laugh out loud with their antics, watching them enjoy the waves, running around on the sand with other dogs as if they were children...
Spain has more than 100 official dog beaches and it's important to consider them when planning summer vacations. Choosing a destination with a dog beach allows us to include our dog in all the plans.
The best destinations, dog beaches, and dog-friendly accommodations
3 important factors when organizing your vacation.
Empuriabrava, the Spanish Venice
Empuriabrava is popularly known as "the Spanish Venice" for its navigable canals and was the first municipality to establish an Official Dog Beach in Spain. It is a beach surrounded by dunes and lagoon systems typical of marsh areas. It is part of the Aiguamolls del Empordà Natural Park and is one of the highest-rated dog-friendly beaches.
To reach the beach by car, turn at the roundabout on the Roses road located just after the Empuriabrava airfield. There is parking at the beach. Once there, it is important to access the beach through marked points, taking care not to damage the regenerating dunes.
Where to sleep with my dog in Empuriabrava
The Empuriabrava Marina Apartments are located just 11 minutes from the Rubina dog beach. They offer a typically marine stay situated on the canal leading to the marina. Upon arrival, your dog will receive a Welcome gift.
· Get an extra 15% discount on your stay with the code PROMO15.
Altea, one of the most beautiful towns in Alicante
In Altea you can enjoy the sun, the beach, and the wonderful views in the company of your dog.
The Mar y Montaña Dog Beach is a great option for playing and enjoying a swim with your pet in Altea. It is a small area located on the northern coast of the town, near the Villa Gadea urbanization, in the beach area between the "Mar y Montaña" port and the reef opposite the 'illeta'.
Where to sleep with my dog in Altea
At the Altea Beach Port Apartments you can stay with your dog just 6 minutes from the Altea Dog Beach. The modern and spacious apartments are located facing the beach and offer incredible views of the bay and the port from the terrace. Upon arrival, your dog will receive a Welcome gift.
· Get an extra 15% discount on your stay with the code PROMO15.
Fuengirola, one of the preferred destinations on the Costa del Sol
Fuengirola has become one of the most dog-friendly tourist destinations in our country. Currently, Fuengirola has a dog beach of almost 3,000 square meters, seven dog parks, allows animals on public transport, has achieved zero euthanasia, and promotes pet adoption campaigns.
The dog beach in Fuengirola is located in the area of Castillo Soheil, south of the city. It has a foot wash, two showers, and a drinking water fountain specifically for dogs.
Where to sleep with my dog in Fuengirola
Hotel El Puerto is located just 10 minutes (3km) from the dog beach and next to the Fuengirola promenade. An unbeatable location to enjoy a beach vacation with your furry friend. The skyscraper, located just 30m from the beach, offers unbeatable panoramic views from its magnificent rooftop. Views you can admire while relaxing with a swim in the pool or sipping a cocktail.
Upon arrival, your dog will receive a Welcome gift.
· Get an extra 15% discount on your stay with the code PROMO15.
Estartit, a place of incomparable beauty facing the Medes Islands
Estartit is part of the Montgrí, Medes Islands and Baix Ter Natural Park. The main places to visit in the region are primarily for their natural beauty, focusing mainly on the views of the bay, the Medes Islands, and its entire natural surroundings.
The Griells beach has a 600m2 space located in the area in front of Camping El Molino, between the Els Griells urbanization and Platera (L'Estartit). This dog beach is marked by stakes joined by ropes and properly signposted.
Where to sleep with my dog in Estartit
The Estartit Playa Apartments are located just 4 minutes from the Griells dog beach. This complex consists of 4 buildings with fully renovated and air-conditioned apartments. Each accommodation is designed for your comfort, with bright spaces in light tones that add a relaxing touch to the interior.
Upon arrival, your dog will receive a Welcome gift.
· Get an extra 15% discount on your stay with the code PROMO15.
Montroig, the Mediterranean essence of the most natural and wild Costa Dorada
In Montroig you will find proposals that allow you to discover almost secret natural spaces of great environmental and landscape value, unique experiences, monumental rural landscapes, and many, many kilometers to cover on foot or by bike.
In Mont-roig and Miami, pets can also enjoy and cool off at the beach in summer. The Punta del Riu beach is enabled for dogs to go to the beach. As its name indicates, it is where the Llastres river flows, naturally separating the towns of Miami Platja and Hospitalet de l'Infant.
Where to sleep with my dog in Montroig
Bonavista Resort at Bonmont is located just 12 minutes from the Punta del Riu Dog Beach. This resort offers beautiful apartments facing the sea in a protected natural environment on the Costa Dorada, next to the prestigious golf course. Upon arrival, your dog will receive a Welcome gift.
· Get an extra 15% discount on your stay with code PROMO15.
Benidorm, one of the main tourist cities in Spain.
If you travel with your dog to Benidorm, you can walk along the Poniente Beach promenade or share an electric bike ride through the Sierra Helada natural park, where you will enjoy wonderful views of the city.
The Environmental Ordinance prohibits entry and stay on beaches throughout the year. However, from Benidorm you can reach several nearby dog beaches in just a few minutes by car:
· L'Olla Beach (ALTEA) 17 km – 20 minutes by car.
· Xarco Beach (VILLAJOYOSA) 20 km – 25 minutes by car
· Barranc d'Àigües Dog Beach (EL CAMPELLO) 28 km – 30 minutes
· Punta del Riu Dog Beach (EL CAMPELLO) 35 km – 35 minutes
Where to sleep with my dog in Benidorm
Hotel Benidorm East is located in a quiet neighborhood next to the Serra Gelada Natural Park, in the mythical area of La Cruz and Cola del Caballo where you can go hiking, see beautiful cliffs, and visit charming coves.
Upon arrival, your dog will receive a Welcome gift.
· Get an extra 15% discount on your stay with code PROMO15.
Tips for going to the beach with your dog
· The beach bag — 9 essentials!
Prepare the beach bag for your dog. In it, don't forget to bring water, food in a moisture-proof container, a towel, a hairbrush, treats, and sunscreen. Also bring some toys: floating ones are ideal for playing in the water.
Don't forget the bags to pick up their waste! Keeping everything clean so that other people and other dogs can enjoy the beach is everyone's responsibility.
· Protect him from the sun!
If you are going to spend many hours at the beach, make sure to bring an umbrella or some type of shelter to protect your dog from the sun's rays and the heat. Remember that dogs are much more sensitive to high temperatures, so they need a shaded area to rest. If they have sensitive paws, a pad protector is also recommended.
· Good hydration
Fresh drinking water should never be missing in a water bowl to prevent dehydration. It is very important to keep him well hydrated throughout the day. It is essential that we go to the beach with a portable water and food bowl, which we will need to constantly refill with fresh water so that the dog does not suffer from heatstroke.
· Beach watchers
Don't get distracted! Dogs are like children and require special attention most of the time. To avoid possible accidents, disturbances to other bathers, fights between dogs, and the occasional forgotten poop in the sand due to carelessness, we should not take our eyes off our dog most of the time.
Avoid going to the beach during the strongest sun hours (between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m.).
For the dog to bathe, choose an area with shallow water and no currents. Even so, pay close attention, especially if there are jellyfish or sea urchins on the beach. Also, if the sea conditions are not safe (the danger flags will tell you), it's better to go to the beach another day, especially if your dog is one of those who wants to swim as soon as they see the water.
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