Great Valley Pet Hotel
BoardingDaycare
Dogs Away score9.8 /10Exceptional · 245 reviews · top 4% in Philadelphia
Sources
Behind the 9.8
- Reviews read
- 245 on Google
- Average stars
- 4.90 ★
- Rank
- #7 of 232 in Philadelphia
- Ratings as of
- July–October 2026
Policies published12 of 27From their website, 2026-10-20
Great Valley Pet Hotel is a pet boarding in Malvern, PA, offering boarding & daycare. It scores 9.8/10 (exceptional) from 245 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars — #7 of 232 in Philadelphia. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 12.
Top 4% in Philadelphia#7 of 232 by Dogs Away score, from 245 reviews.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Open play with enforced restPlay model, per the facility.
Outdoor access: indoor outdoorPer the facility’s website.
Key facts
- Services
- BoardingDaycareTrainingGrooming
- Type
- Dedicated facility
- Boarding rate
- Not published
- Daycare rate
- Not published
- Open 24 hours
- No
- Rank in Philadelphia
- #7 of 232
- Google rating
- ★4.9 (245)
- From downtown
- 22.2 mi
- Profile claimed on Google
- Yes
Policies & requirements
12/27
12 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-10-20. Open a policy to see their exact words.
Admission requirements3 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis
Their words
“All canine guests are required to provide proof of current vaccinations for bordetella, rabies, canine influenza, and distemper.”greatvalleypethotel.com/faq/
Temperament evaluationRequired before a first stay
Their words
“For first timers we do have an evaluation process for our doggie day camp.”greatvalleypethotel.com/faq/
Vaccination recordsProof checked, not taken on word
Their words
“All canine guests are required to provide proof of current vaccinations for bordetella, rabies, canine influenza, and distemper.”greatvalleypethotel.com/faq/
Operations9 of 21 published
Play modelOpen play with enforced rest
Their words
“Exercise begins with a morning play session, followed by a 2-hour nap time between 12:00-2:00pm.”greatvalleypethotel.com/dog-boarding/
Groups separated bySize and temperament
Their words
“playgroups are organized by size and temperament.”greatvalleypethotel.com/dog-daycare/
Time out of their roomUp to 5 hours of day camp play
Their words
“Day Camp is supervised by a trained day camp monitor at all times and includes up to 5 hours of play!”greatvalleypethotel.com/dog-boarding/
Solo care for dogs who skip group playOffered
Their words
“Private Play For the independent pup who enjoys getting outside to explore, this option provides individual play time in one of our spacious outdoor fields for 20 minutes twice a day”greatvalleypethotel.com/dog-boarding/
HousingKennel and suite
Their words
“Cozy, private runs offer comfortable overnight accommodations - options include spacious luxury suites and family suites”greatvalleypethotel.com/dog-boarding/
Outdoor accessIndoor outdoor
Their words
“With two acres of outdoor play space to explore and a temperature-controlled indoor play room, our day camp is enough to tire out even the most energetic pup.”greatvalleypethotel.com/
Photo / report-card updatesYes
Their words
“Each first time day camper will receive a written report card at pick up.”greatvalleypethotel.com/faq/
ToursTours offered
Their words
“Please stop by for a tour, and you will quickly see the tremendous value we offer for the Main Line dog.”greatvalleypethotel.com/about-us/
FeedingEither house or owner's food
Their words
“There is no additional charge to use our house food of Nutri-Source (a chicken and rice based formula), but you are welcome to bring your own food as well.”greatvalleypethotel.com/faq/
Show 15 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website
Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.
Score & reviews
9.8ExceptionalDogs Away score
Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.
What reviewers mention most
day camp 10responsive staff 5staff loves dogs 4senior dog care 4personalized care 4anxious dog care 3nail trimming 3comfortable leaving dogs 2
Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.
Who they take & how they care
- Updates during a stay
- First-time day campers get a written report card at pick-upStated on their website
- Cats
- Takes feline guests; cats need rabies and FVRCP vaccinationsStated on their website
In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.
Hours
- Mon
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Tue
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Wed
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Thu
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM–6:30 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM–5 PM
- Sun
- 3–6 PM
From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.
For travelers
- PHL · Philadelphia International
- 20.6 mi
- Weekday hours span
- 7:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- Open Sunday
- Yes
Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.
Location
25 Davis Ave, Malvern, PA 19355
22.2 miles from downtown Philadelphia · Get directions
Amenities & details
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Self-reported on the business’s public profile.
Questions about Great Valley Pet Hotel
What services does Great Valley Pet Hotel offer?
Great Valley Pet Hotel is listed as a pet boarding service in Malvern, PA, offering boarding, daycare.
How much does Great Valley Pet Hotel charge?
We did not find a published rate on Great Valley Pet Hotel's website when we checked it (2026-10-20); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Philadelphia median published boarding rate is $65/night across 42 facilities.
What vaccines does Great Valley Pet Hotel require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, canine influenza · Not mentioned: leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Great Valley Pet Hotel?
Great Valley Pet Hotel's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-10-20). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Great Valley Pet Hotel compare with other Philadelphia facilities?
It ranks #7 of 232 in the Philadelphia index by Dogs Away score (9.8/10, exceptional), based on 245 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars.
Cite this record
Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:
Great Valley Pet Hotel, Malvern, PA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-10-20. https://dogsaway.co/philadelphia-pa/great-valley-pet-hotel/Similar places near Malvern
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