In London, the cost of cat boarding averages between £25 to £38 per night for a standard stay.
This is lower than the national average for boarding your cat, which is £31 to £50 per night.
Cat boarding rates in London depend on factors like:
- Whether you opt to board at a cattery or with a private sitter
- How many cats you’d like to board
- The duration of your cat’s stay
To give you an idea of what you can expect to pay in London for cat boarding, we’ve compiled the average rates of London cat sitters on Rover. Here’s what to know and how to budget.
Cat Boarding Rates in London
Cat boarding rates are calculated per night. In London, the average rate is £32.67 per night. A week of cat boarding will cost you roughly £228.69.
| Duration of Stay | Cost |
| 1 night | £25 to £38 |
| 5 days | £125 to £190 |
| 1 week | £175 to £266 |
| 2 weeks | £350 to £532 |
| 1 month | £750 to £1,140 |
What Cat Boarding Services Cost Extra?
Cat boarding can get more or less expensive depending on the kind of care your cat needs. You can typically expect to pay extra in the following situations:
- Additional cat: +£19.12 per night
- Transport to/from sitter: +£7.55 per night
- Grooming: +£2.30
You might also expect to pay more for things like:
- Sitter experience: Sitters with many years of cat care under their belts are likely to be in high demand and may charge higher rates.
- High needs cats: Care for cats who need special care, like daily injections or constant supervision, may cost more.
- Appointments: Budget extra if your cat has places to go, like the groomer or the vet.
Alternatives to cat boarding
Boarding isn’t the right choice for every cat. For kitties who would do better in their own home, consider hiring a house sitter to offer care in a familiar environment. House sitters in London typically charge £39.62 per night.
For healthy adult cats, drop-in visits from a pet sitter to offer food, litter cleaning, and play may be a better fit. 30-minute drop-in visits in London typically cost £14.81 per visit.
Holiday Rates for London Cat Boarding
Cat boarding in London may get more expensive during the holidays, when sitters often raise prices to compensate for the limited availability and the extra demand during these periods.
Expect to pay rates closer to £37.90 per day in London for holidays like:
- Good Friday and Easter Monday
- Early May Bank Holiday
- Spring Bank Holiday
- Summer Bank Holiday
- Guy Fawkes night
- Christmas Day
- Boxing Day
- New Year’s Eve
For the best chance of getting the rates that fit your budget, reach out to sitters early. Pet parents in London typically lock in their cat sitter 16.3 days before they need them. For popular holidays, you may need to start your search even earlier.
Finding the Right Cat Boarding in London
Keep in mind that price is just one of several factors in choosing the right cat sitter or boarding facility—so it’s important not to jump at the first boarding option in London that’s in your budget. Consider what your cat needs in boarding, whether that’s a facility that can meet medical needs or a quiet home to relax where they’re the only pet.
For catteries, visit ahead of time to ask questions about staff-to-cat ratios and health monitoring. For private sitters, check out your pet’s daytime digs with a meet and greet. Rover makes it easy to read reviews and confirm identity verifications to ensure you’ve found a good fit for your cat.
Note: These prices are accurate as of September 2025, as pulled from Rover’s data.
