A Pawwsome Experience: Introducing Rocco, The Canine Concierge

The accolades recognize the downtown Miami hotel's commitment to creating an elevated experience for pets and their owners. Signature amenities include plush pet beds, travel guides and a welcome Doggie Box, recently enhanced to feature Yum Pup, a local female owned business, with Chicken Crunch Chips, a healthy, protein rich snack made from premium dehydrated organic chicken, as well as a customized InterContinental branded bandana.

There are also helpful pet travel guides that point out all the best parks and pet-friendly venues around town and a weekly Happy Hour and Petworking event for dogs and their owners: The popular Paws Patio™ which takes place every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Picante Terrace. A very special “end of summer pawwty” will take place to commemorate International Dog Day on Wednesday, August 26th, 2026. For more information, including the full Paws Patio™ event schedule, visit: https://www.icmiamihotel.com/paws-patio

Guests can enjoy exclusive offers such as the Pets & Points program, which rewards IHG One Rewards members with bonus points when booking eligible pet-friendly stays.

The hotel is once again redefining luxury pet-friendly travel with the debut of Rocco: The Paws d'Or Virtual Concierge. Accessible through a complimentary QR code or dedicated WhatsApp number guests receive upon check-in, Rocco serves as an interactive digital companion, helping guests discover the very best pet-friendly experiences throughout Miami. Rocco provides personalized recommendations and insider tips, including information on hotel pet amenities and services; Dog-friendly restaurants and cafes; Nearby dog parks and waterfront walking paths; Pet-friendly attractions, activities and local events. With information at his pawtips on the most sought-out destinations for an afternoon stroll, or suggestions for the perfect patio for an al fresco dinner at restaurants that welcome furry friends, Rocco is there to make sure all of its tail-wagging guests experience the best that Miami has to offer.

Additionally, the InterContinental Miami will soon launch an elevated in-room dining menu created exclusively for canine guests, bringing the same level of thoughtful hospitality and convenience enjoyed by their owners. The new "Four-Legged Fine Dining" menu features wholesome, premium ingredients prepared simply for canine wellness and comfort. Menu offerings include Pampered Pup Chicken Plate with organic cooked chicken, gently prepared without spices and served alongside fresh raw carrots and Luxe and Pup Steak Bowl. Each meal is presented in a disposable dining bowl atop a branded rubber dog mat, creating a premium in-room dining experience worthy of the hotel's four-legged VIPs.

These enhancements further strengthen InterContinental Miami's position as a leader in luxury pet-friendly travel, delivering thoughtful experiences that ensure every member of the family – two-legged and four-legged alike – feels welcomed and cared for.

InterContinental Miami is located at 100 Chopin Plaza, Downtown Miami, Florida 33131. For more information, please visit: www.icmiamihotel.com/discover/dog-friendly-hotels-miami

About The InterContinental Miami

An iconic fixture on the Downtown Miami skyline for more than 40 years, InterContinental® Miami boasts a waterfront location on Biscayne Bay, just steps away from Miami’s downtown Brickell neighborhood. A beacon for business and leisure travelers alike, the hotel rises 34 stories with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay and the Port of Miami. The hotel features 652 updated luxury guest rooms, including 22 suites and two presidential suites that offer the ultimate in luxury living high above Miami; 33 meeting rooms with over 135,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, including a spectacular Grand Ballroom; and multiple restaurants and bars including signature steakhouse, Toro Toro, private kitchen dining at Table 40, and Freddy’s - an intimate hidden speakeasy. InterContinental Miami is located at: 100 Chopin Plaza in Miami.

For more information or reservations, call: (305) 577-1000. Or visit: www.icmiamihotel.com.