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5 Best Cat Boarding Services in Seattle (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Fenris Morrow
By Fenris Morrow, Expert in Professional Services · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Cats don't handle a strange environment the way dogs often do, so who watches your cat overnight matters as much as where. Cat boarding services in Seattle here range from a 624-review cat cafe and adoption center to a feline-only vet practice with 124 reviews, and every one of them holds a rating of 4.6 or higher.

Short answer: The Whole Cat and Kaboodle in Kirkland leads on review volume at 4.6 stars across 624 reviews, running individual cat suites alongside its cat cafe and grooming spa. Seattle Canine Club - SoDo and City Cat Vet Clinic both hold 4.9, with Canine Club offering 24/7 monitored overnight stays despite its dog-focused name. Boarding rates start around $50 a night at the businesses that publish pricing.
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Cat Boarding in Seattle, Compared

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 The Whole Cat and Kaboodle 4.6 ★ 624 Feline-only boarding suites View ›
2 Seattle Canine Club - SoDo 4.9 ★ 336 24/7 monitored overnight stays View ›
3 Cat Clinic of Seattle 4.8 ★ 281 Boarding tied to veterinary care View ›
4 City Cat Vet Clinic 4.9 ★ 124 Cat-only veterinary care View ›
5 Cat Sitting Hotels 4.7 ★ 134 Dedicated cat hotel suites View ›
5 Best Cat Boarding Services in Seattle (2026)

Our top picks for overnight cat care

The Whole Cat and Kaboodle logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

The Whole Cat and Kaboodle

4.6624 Google reviews

The Whole Cat and Kaboodle is a Kirkland business built entirely around cats, combining a boarding service with a cat cafe, adoption program and grooming spa. It's operated for over 25 years and describes its boarding as individual suites with daily playtime, rather than a kennel setup. Reviewers who've boarded cats here describe a genuinely feline-focused environment, not a general pet facility.

What people praise

  • Individual suites rather than shared kennel space
  • Staff described as attentive and knowledgeable about feline behavior specifically
  • On-site grooming and nail trims available alongside boarding
  • Long operating history, over 25 years in the Kirkland area

Worth knowing

  • Located in Kirkland rather than central Seattle, so factor in drive time
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume624 · 97th
Confidencehigh
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown82% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The most-reviewed cat-specific boarder on this page and the one built entirely around feline care rather than general pet services. A strong first call for anyone who wants a cats-only environment.

Website+1425-307-1008 Directions

202 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033

Seattle Canine Club - SoDo logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Seattle Canine Club - SoDo

4.9336 Google reviews

Seattle Canine Club's SoDo location runs cat boarding alongside its dog daycare and grooming services, despite the name. The flagship site has operated since 2004 with on-site parking, trained staff and 24/7 monitoring for overnight guests, and lists cat boarding starting around $50 a night, separate from its dog services.

What people praise

  • 24/7 overnight monitoring, a genuine safety differentiator for boarding specifically
  • Isolated boarding available, useful for cats that don't need to be near dogs
  • On-site parking at a central SoDo location
  • Multiple discounts for longer stays or multiple pets

Worth knowing

  • Primarily known as a dog facility, so confirm cat-specific separation from the dog side when booking
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume336 · 92nd
Confidencehigh
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The rating leader here and one of only two with published overnight rates. The 24/7 monitoring is a genuine plus for overnight boarding, though it's worth confirming how cats are separated from the dog side of the facility.

Website Book now+1206-957-9097 Directions

2751 4th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134

Cat Clinic of Seattle logo
#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Cat Clinic of Seattle

4.8281 Google reviews

Cat Clinic of Seattle is a feline-only veterinary hospital on Stone Way that also offers boarding for cats already in its care system. It's open Monday through Friday and covers dentistry, surgery, geriatric care and internal medicine alongside its boarding service, making it a natural fit for cats with ongoing medical needs.

What people praise

  • Boarding paired directly with veterinary oversight for cats with health conditions
  • Staff repeatedly praised for compassion during difficult end-of-life situations
  • Long-term relationships with clients over many years
  • Reasonable pricing noted across multiple reviews

Worth knowing

  • Closed weekends, so plan pickup and drop-off around weekday hours
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume281 · 86th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The right call if your cat has a medical condition that needs monitoring during a stay, since it pairs boarding with an actual veterinary team rather than general pet-sitting staff.

Website+1206-633-1133 Directions

3842 Stone Way N, Seattle, WA 98103

City Cat Vet Clinic logo
#4🕑 Open 3 days/wk

City Cat Vet Clinic

4.9124 Google reviews

City Cat Vet Clinic is a Capitol Hill feline-only veterinary practice, previously offering house calls and now operating from its Harvard Ave location with limited weekday hours. Reviewers describe a practice built specifically around calm handling of cats, down to exam-room details meant to reduce stress.

What people praise

  • Cat-only setting, reviewers note the absence of dog smells and noise reduces stress
  • Staff went far beyond a routine visit during a genuine emergency, per multiple detailed reviews
  • New-patient onboarding described as thorough and educational
  • Strong pricing feedback relative to the level of care

Worth knowing

  • Hours run only Monday through Wednesday, 8am to 6pm
  • No longer performs house calls, per the practice's own site
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.9 / 5
Review volume124 · 75th
Confidencemoderate
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · hours
Rating breakdown93% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The highest-rated feline practice on this page, tied with Canine Club, though its narrow weekday hours mean this works best if you can plan around a mid-week visit rather than an urgent same-day need.

Website Directions

207 Harvard Ave E, Seattle, WA 98102

Cat Sitting Hotels logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

Cat Sitting Hotels

4.7134 Google reviews

Cat Sitting Hotels in West Seattle is a purpose-built cat boarding facility with individually sized suites and 24/7 live webcams so owners can check in remotely. It's a licensed King County commercial kennel operating seven days a week, with daily photo updates posted to a shared album for guests.

What people praise

  • 24/7 live webcam access during a cat's stay
  • Spacious suites, with options up to 6 feet long for larger cats or multi-cat groups
  • Open seven days a week with consistent hours
  • Long-time customers describe cats settling in comfortably even during multi-month stays

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer reported a food mix-up during check-in that required a follow-up vet visit
Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume134 · 81st
Confidencemoderate
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown87% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A solid choice if remote monitoring matters to you, with the caveat that clear communication about any special diet at drop-off is worth double-checking given the one reported mix-up.

Website+1425-442-1941 Directions

3513 SW Alaska St, Seattle, WA 98126

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Seattle cat boarding options. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume. Recency reflects how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does cat boarding cost in Seattle? (2026)

Seattle cat boarding pricing varies by suite size, length of stay and whether veterinary oversight is included. One provider on this page publishes a starting rate; the rest require a direct quote.

JobTypical price
Cat boarding, starting rateFrom $50 / night

Starting rate published on Seattle Canine Club’s own SoDo location page, verified August 2026. Other businesses on this page do not publish a public rate; ask each directly for current pricing.

Serving Seattle and the Eastside

These boarding options span Seattle proper, including Capitol Hill, SoDo and West Seattle, plus Kirkland on the Eastside. Searching for cat boarding near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number so you can check current availability directly.

What to ask before boarding your cat in Seattle

  • Are cats housed in individual suites, separate from any dogs on site?
  • Is overnight staff on-site, or is monitoring done remotely?
  • Can you accommodate a special diet or medication schedule, and how do you track it?
  • Is there a live camera or daily photo update available?
  • What’s your policy if my cat needs veterinary attention during the stay?
  • What vaccination records do you require before boarding?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these boarding options?

We started from cat boarding and pet-boarding services in Seattle with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Should I choose a cat-only facility over a general pet boarder?

It depends on your cat’s temperament. A cat-only environment like The Whole Cat and Kaboodle or City Cat Vet Clinic removes dog noise and smells, which reduces stress for many cats. General facilities like Seattle Canine Club can still work well if cats are kept in a separate, isolated area.

Does cat boarding in Seattle include veterinary care?

Two options here, Cat Clinic of Seattle and City Cat Vet Clinic, are run by actual veterinary practices, which is useful if your cat has an ongoing medical condition. The others are pet-care facilities without an on-site vet, so check what’s covered if your cat needs medication during the stay.

The bottom line

The Whole Cat and Kaboodle is the safest default given its review volume and its cats-only setup, while City Cat Vet Clinic or Cat Clinic of Seattle make more sense if your cat has a medical condition worth monitoring. Whichever you choose, confirm how cats are separated from any dogs on site before you book.

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