Wag Hotels operates at 2120 Camino Del Rio N in Mission Valley. It’s a hotel-style pet resort with 259 Yelp reviews (updated January 2026) and camera access so you can check in on your cat. They offer cat suites alongside the dog facilities, with grooming available as an add-on. Cat suite pricing runs in the $55–$75/night range — call to confirm current rates as cat-specific pricing isn’t always listed online.

In-Home Cat Boarding and Rover Sitters in San Diego

For cats who are territorial, senior, or medically fragile, staying in a familiar environment is often the lower-stress choice. San Diego has a solid pool of in-home options.

Rover San Diego — By the Numbers

• Average boarding rate: $54.36/night (cat staying at sitter’s home)
• Range: $40–$65/night for standard stays
• Holiday average: ~$67/night
• Drop-in visits (cat stays at your home): $23.54/visit average
• House sitting (sitter stays at your home): $65.75/night average
• Weekly cost at average rate: ~$380

Rover rates vary considerably by sitter. The lowest-priced options tend to book quickly, so don’t wait until the week before your trip. Always check whether the sitter takes other pets during your cat’s stay — some cats do fine with cohabitating dogs; many don’t.

San Diego Cat Boarding & Sitting

Owner-operated in San Diego, this service charges $38/night with a 7-day minimum. It’s one of the lowest flat rates in the city. Reviewers praise owner Lee for individual attention and consistent communication. The 7-day minimum makes it best suited for longer trips rather than quick weekend getaways.

Fur The Love Of Your Pet

Premium in-home boarding at $70/night for one cat, $90/night for two cats. Keeps a small number of cats at any one time, which means more individual attention. Best suited for owners who prioritize low cat-to-caretaker ratios and are willing to pay for it.

If you’re weighing whether a sitter at your home versus a dedicated boarding facility is actually the better call, our guide on pet boarding vs. pet sitting breaks down the real trade-offs — cost, stress on the animal, and what each setup requires from you.

How to Choose: Matching Your Cat to the Right Setup

The right facility depends more on your cat’s personality than anything else. Here’s a practical guide:

One step that’s easy to skip but worth doing: visit before you book. Most San Diego facilities welcome short tours. A 10-minute walk-through tells you more than any website — you’ll see how clean it is, how the staff interacts with the animals, and whether the environment feels calm or chaotic.

What’s Included — and What Costs Extra

Base rates typically include: a sleeping space, standard food and water, and basic daily interaction. Here’s what commonly costs extra:

• Medication administration: $5–$15/day at most facilities
• Extra playtime or one-on-one attention: $5–$20/session
• Grooming (bath, brush, nail trim): $30–$75 depending on service
• Bringing your cat’s own food: Usually free, but confirm the facility will use it
• Webcam access: Free at some facilities (Wag Hotels); not available at others
• Late pickup / early drop-off: $10–$25 at many facilities
• Holiday surcharge: $10–$20/night flat fee, or 20–50% increase

Ask specifically about medication fees if your cat needs daily meds — this is one area where costs add up faster than people expect.

When to Book: San Diego’s Holiday Demand Reality

San Diego is a year-round travel destination, which means pet boarding demand doesn’t have a true off-season. That said, there are predictable pressure points:

• Thanksgiving week: Book 4–6 weeks out, especially for cat-only facilities
• Christmas–New Year’s: The most competitive window; cat-only boutiques with 10-cat limits can fill in hours
• Spring Break (March–April): San Diego’s mild weather makes this a busy travel period
• Summer (June–August): Consistent high demand throughout

Cat-only facilities with small capacity — Cat-Villa (10 cats), San Diego Cat BnB — fill fastest. If you need one of those, 6–8 weeks notice before a major holiday is not unreasonable. Larger resorts like Fon Jon and Wag Hotels have more capacity but still see holiday compression.

If you find your preferred facility is full, Rover is worth checking — individual sitters often have flexibility even when facilities don’t, though the best-reviewed sitters also book out quickly.

San Diego’s rates run above the national baseline. If you want to compare what you’re paying here against other major US cities, our 2026 pet boarding cost guide has city-by-city pricing data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the cheapest cat boarding in San Diego?

San Diego Cat Boarding & Sitting charges $38/night with a 7-day minimum — the lowest flat rate we found among established operators. Cat-Villa’s long-stay rate drops to $30/night after 29 days. Rover drop-in visits (cat stays at home) average $23.54/visit, which works out to less than $50/day for two visits.

Are there cat-only boarding options in San Diego?

Yes. Cat-Villa (Encinitas), San Diego Cat BnB (South Park), and San Diego Cat Boarding & Sitting are cat-only or near-cat-only operations. Alcala Country Pet Resort keeps cats in a completely separate building from dogs, which is a reasonable middle ground.

How far in advance should I book cat boarding in San Diego?

For regular dates: 1–2 weeks is usually fine. For holiday periods (Thanksgiving, Christmas, spring break): 4–8 weeks minimum for cat-only facilities, 2–4 weeks for larger mixed resorts.

Do San Diego cat boarding facilities require vaccinations?

Yes — virtually all licensed facilities require up-to-date rabies and FVRCP (distemper) vaccines at minimum. Many also require a negative flea check on arrival. Confirm the exact requirements when you book, and bring your vet records.

Can I board two cats together in San Diego?

Most facilities accommodate bonded pairs in the same suite for a combined rate. San Diego Cat BnB charges $75/night for 2 cats; Fur The Love Of Your Pet charges $90/night for 2 cats. If your cats aren’t bonded or have a complicated relationship, a facility will often house them in adjacent but separate spaces.

What should I bring when dropping off my cat?

Bring: vaccination records, your cat’s regular food (many facilities use it to avoid digestive upset), any medications with written instructions, an unwashed item that smells like home (a t-shirt or small blanket), your emergency contact and vet’s contact information. Check with the facility about bedding and toys — some welcome them, others have their own for hygiene reasons.

Bottom Line

San Diego has a solid range of cat boarding options — from the budget-accessible $38/night of owner-operated operations to the $75+/night hotel-style resorts with webcams and grooming add-ons. The biggest variable isn’t price, it’s your cat’s temperament: anxious cats do best in cat-only environments with low capacity; confident cats can adapt to larger mixed resorts.

If you’re booking around a holiday, don’t wait. San Diego’s cat-only boutiques fill fast, and the city doesn’t really have a slow season. Give yourself 4–6 weeks for peak periods and visit in person before committing — that’s the most reliable quality check available.

Data sources: Rover San Diego cat boarding pricing (March 2026); Yelp facility reviews (updated February–March 2026); facility websites. GeoDirectory listing data was unavailable for this article due to a known category mapping issue — data sourced from web research.

Author: Annie