Are pets allowed?
a-NI-ma-li do-MES-ti-ci — stress on the second syllable of each word.
Ask before booking if you are travelling with a dog or cat. Pet policies in Italian hotels vary enormously.
'Animali domestici' means 'domestic/pet animals' — not to be confused with 'animali selvatici' (wild animals). 'Sono ammessi' uses the passive construction 'essere + past participle' meaning 'are admitted/allowed'. The verb 'ammettere' (to admit/allow) is used in formal contexts.
Viaggio con un cane piccolo. È permesso?
I am travelling with a small dog. Is it allowed?
Specify the size of the animal — many hotels have weight limits for pets
C'è un supplemento per gli animali?
Is there a surcharge for pets?
Most Italian pet-friendly hotels charge an extra fee per night
I cani possono stare in camera?
Can dogs stay in the room?
Some hotels allow pets but only in certain rooms
Italy is increasingly pet-friendly, particularly in northern and central Italy. Many restaurants, hotels, and even some beaches welcome well-behaved dogs. The term 'pet-friendly' is now used in Italian tourism marketing exactly as it is in English.