Dog Friendly Serviced Apartment
Background
Emily, a marketing consultant relocating from Sydney, was moving to Hong Kong for a one-year contract. Unlike most tenants, her biggest concern wasn’t budget or location — it was finding a serviced apartment that allowed her poodle i.e. a pet friendly serviced apartment.
Her requirements:
Small dog allowed
A spacious studio apartment or 1-bedroom serviced apartment
Close to MTR
Walkable neighborhood
Minimum 3-month stay
Budget: HKD 28,000–33,000
She quickly learned that many serviced apartments in Hong Kong do not allow pets i.e. options are limited.
Challenges
Very Limited Pet-Friendly Supply
Less than 10% of serviced apartments officially allow pets, while affordable dog friendly options are limited.
Unclear Pet Restrictions
Some buildings allow pets only:
Below certain weight limits
With additional deposits or rental payment per month
In selected floors or units i.e. supple is even less
Location vs Lifestyle
Emily wanted a neighborhood that felt local, walkable, and dog-friendly — not purely commercial or tourist-oriented.
Risk of Late Rejection
She was worried about confirming a unit only to find out later that pets were not actually accepted.
How ResidenceHK Helps?
Verified Pet Policies (Not Just Listings)
Instead of relying on marketing descriptions, we directly confirmed:
Approved pet sizes
Additional rent or deposits
Any limitations or conditions
Approval process
Shortlisted Truly Pet-Friendly Buildings
We focused on Kennedy Town because:
There is a modern dog friendly serviced residence
Serviced apartments around Kennedy Town is in a dog-friendly area with dog parks
Ease of access to MTR Station and other public transportation
Quieter than Central, but only 13-min away by MTR
Lifestyle-Based Advice
Nearby hiking/ walking routes
Parks and pet-friendly cafes
Building layouts suitable for pets
Outcome for Emily securing a Dog Friendly Serviced Apartment in HK
Emily secured a 1-bedroom pet-friendly serviced apartment in Kennedy Town at HKD 28,500/month, including:
Pet approval in writing
Weekly housekeeping
Fully furnished unit
24/7 building security
Clubhouse facilities
Her dog adjusted quickly, and she was able to settle into Hong Kong without compromise.
What Emily said:
“Finding a pet-friendly place felt impossible until ResidenceHK stepped in. Every detail was handled properly.”
Why this case study matters for finding a dog friendly serviced apartment in Hong Kong
Pet-friendly serviced apartments are one of the most searched but least supplied segments in Hong Kong. This case shows how detailed verification and local knowledge make a real difference.
