Dog-Friendly Hotel in the Engadin | Hotel ÜJA Scuol
At ÜJA, dogs are part of the adventure.
Hike, swim and explore the Engadin together – right from our doorstep.
Why Dog Owners Love Staying at ÜJA
✔ Dogs welcome in our rooms and stay with their owners for free
✔ Endless hiking trails in summer and winter directly from the hotel
✔ Cable cars and restaurants allow dogs
✔ Lakes and rivers perfect for swimming
✔ Quiet mountain village – ideal for dogs
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Looking for a dog friendly hotel in the Engadin?
Hotel ÜJA is a dog-friendly hotel in the Engadin, located in Scuol in the Lower Engadin. With endless nature, scenic hiking trails and plenty of space to explore, the region is perfect for holidays in the mountains with your dog.
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Best Things to Do With Your Dog in Scuol
The Engadin is perfect for exploring with a four-legged companion. Here are a few of our favourite outings with a dog:
🐾 Swim at Lai Nair – a beautiful natural lake where dogs are welcome in the water
🐾 Cable car to Motta Naluns – dogs ride for free and alpine hikes start right at the top
🐾 Hike to Hof Zuort – a peaceful valley hike ending at a historic alpine farm
🐾 Walk up to Vastur – stunning terrace views above Sent (and sledding in winter)
Find the details for each outing below.
Cable Car Adventures: Motta Naluns
Dogs ride for free on the cable cars and chair lifts in Scuol.
That means you and your dog can easily reach the high alpine trails around Motta Naluns without a long ascent.
One of our favourite routes:
Motta Naluns → Schlivera → Mot da l’Hom → Alp Laret
This is a fantastic panoramic hike and perfect with a dog.
At Alp Laret you can reward yourself with a classic Kaiserschmarren on the terrace.
Swim with Your Dog at Lai Nair
One of the most beautiful places to swim with your dog in the Engadin is Lai Nair near Tarasp.
Dogs are welcome in the water and it’s the perfect quiet spot on warm summer days.
Important to know:
Lai Nair is part of a protected moor landscape, so please
stay on the official paths
keep your dog on leash
also keep them controlled while swimming
The scenery is stunning and very peaceful – a hidden gem even many locals love.
A Beautiful Hike to Hof Zuort
Hof Zuort is one of the most special mountain places in the Lower Engadin.
There are several ways to reach it:
• From Vnà – a gentle hike with little elevation
• From Val Sinestra – a beautiful forest trail uphill
There is also a small road with parking, but note: it’s one-way traffic, so watch carefully for oncoming cars.
The reward is a charming historic farm restaurant with a wonderful terrace – perfect for a relaxed stop with your dog.
Terrace Views and Sledding at Vastur
A very easy outing directly from the hotel leads towards Sent and up to Vastur.
It’s a beautiful walk with wide views over the valley.
At the top you’ll find a lovely terrace – a perfect place for a drink while your dog relaxes in the sun.
In winter there’s an extra highlight:
You can borrow sleds for free and sled all the way down to Sent.
You can find more inspiration on our guide to things to do in Scuol and the Engadin.
FAQs - Dog Friendly Stay in Scuol
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Yes. Dogs are very welcome at Hotel ÜJA in Scuol. Many of our guests travel with their dogs to enjoy hiking and outdoor adventures in the Engadin.
Our own Australian Shepherd Jäx is the hotel dog and is usually around during the day.
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Yes. Dogs stay in the room with their owners free of charge.
We simply ask that dogs are house-trained and comfortable around other guests.
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Yes. Dogs are welcome in the shared areas of the hotel, as long as they are well behaved and do not disturb other guests.
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Yes. Most restaurants in Scuol welcome dogs, so it is common to dine with your dog beside the table.
The only exception in the village is the fine-dining restaurant Arnica, where dogs are usually not allowed.
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Yes. Around Scuol you will find many easy forest walks, riverside paths along the Inn and scenic alpine trails that are perfect for exploring with a dog.
Many of these routes start directly in or near the village - and even for a quick break with your dog lushes grass is only minutes away.
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Yes. Dogs can ride the Motta Naluns cable car free of charge, making it easy to explore higher hiking areas together in the Engadin.
Hiking with Your Dog in the Engadin? The Lower Engadin is one of the best places in Switzerland to hike with a dog.
More ways to explore the Engadin
Travelling with your dog is one of the best ways to experience the Engadin. From Hotel ÜJA in Scuol, you can enjoy scenic hiking trails, explore the mountains by bike, or spend winter skiing around Motta Naluns.
As a boutique hotel in the Engadin, ÜJA is the perfect base for active days in nature and relaxed evenings in the village.
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