Korean Dictionary
How to say "Pet Hotel" in Korean
“Pet Hotel” in Korean is 반려동물 호텔 (pronounced "ballyeodongmul hotel").
반려동물 호텔
ballyeodongmul hotel
Usage & Context
A facility that provides accommodation and care for pets while their owners are away on trips. Pet hotels offer various services from basic boarding to luxury suites with playtime and grooming.
Example Sentence
여행 중에 강아지를 반려동물 호텔에 맡겼어요.
I left my dog at a pet hotel while traveling.
How to use 반려동물 호텔 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “Pet Hotel” is 반려동물 호텔, romanized as ballyeodongmul hotel.
Usage tip
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Common mistake
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Pronunciation Guide
For "반려동물" (ballyeodongmul), "bal" sounds like 'ball', "lyeo" like 'leo' in 'leonard', "dong" like 'dong' in 'ding-dong', and "mul" like 'moo' followed by a soft 'l'. "호텔" (hotel) is pronounced like 'hoe-tell'.
More Example Sentences
Planning for pet care during a holiday.
여름휴가 때 반려동물 호텔에 예약해야겠어요.
I should book a pet hotel for the summer vacation.
Receiving feedback after a pet's stay.
우리 고양이가 반려동물 호텔에서 잘 지냈다고 해요.
They said our cat had a good time at the pet hotel.
Discussing the amenities of high-end pet accommodations.
고급 반려동물 호텔은 스파 서비스도 제공하더라고요.
Luxury pet hotels even offer spa services.
Cultural Context
In Korea, "반려동물 호텔" can range from basic boarding facilities to elaborate 'pet resorts' offering luxury suites, webcams, grooming, and even swimming pools. This reflects the strong "펫팸족" (pet-family tribe) culture, where pets are considered integral family members. Many K-pop idols and celebrities openly share their pets' stays at such facilities on social media, further popularizing and normalizing these premium pet care options.
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Common Phrases
반려동물 호텔 어디가 좋아요?
Which pet hotel is good?
반려동물 호텔에 맡기다
To leave at a pet hotel
반려동물 호텔 예약
Pet hotel reservation
Related Expressions
반려동물 위탁
ballyeodongmul witak
Pet boarding/entrustment
반려동물 펜션
ballyeodongmul pensyeon
Pet-friendly pension (guesthouse)
애견 카페
aegyeon kape
Dog cafe (often has boarding options)
펫 유치원
pet yuchiwon
Pet kindergarten/daycare
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