The Most Pet Friendly Hotels in North America

Dash at the Ritz Carlton, Portland

Traveling with pets has never been easier thanks to a growing number of pet-friendly hotels that cater to your furry companions as much as they do to you. From luxurious pet amenities like plush dog beds and room service pet menus to convenient pet-walking services and dedicated play areas, these hotels ensure that your pets are pampered and comfortable throughout your stay.

Dash and I have stayed at all of the following establishments and can vouch each one is as friendly (if not more friendly) to dogs as they are to human guests. That said, each hotel has different policies, so it’s good to check with the hotel website (and perhaps email the reservation desk) for any related fees, weight restrictions, etc. Just because they’re pet friendly doesn’t mean they don’t charge a pet fee.

That said, Dash travels with me as a psychiatric service animal as I have a neurodevelopmental condition. Within the United States under the ADA, service animals can stay free at any hotel, without exception. There is a similar policy in Canada under the ACA. Mexico does have a comparable policy, but it doesn’t extend this guarantee. While most hotels I’ve visited are dog friendly, occasionally there are a few resorts that don’t even allow service animals, so you need to double check before booking.

For service animal owners, note that the hotel is allowed to ask you two questions (more info here), and they may ask to see a rabies vaccine certificate. It’s always easier to contact the reservations desk ahead of arrival and give them a heads up so you can have a smooth check-in experience.

Dash at Waves Cane Bay in St. Croix

UNITED STATES

ARIZONA

Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale

Mountain Shadows Resort welcomes pets of all sizes, without imposing weight restrictions. A one-time pet fee of $150 per stay covers the additional cleaning and provided amenities, including pet beds, food, and water bowls. The resort also designates specific areas for pet relief and offers nearby trails suitable for walks.

CALIFORNIA

Archer Hotel Downtown Napa

Archer Hotel Downtown Napa allows pets without weight restrictions and charges a $150 fee per stay. The fee includes amenities such as pet beds, bowls, and treats. Pets are welcome in the outdoor dining area, and nearby parks provide spaces for exercise.

Fairmont Century Plaza, Los Angeles

Fairmont Century Plaza accommodates pets up to 25 pounds, charging a $50 daily fee. This fee includes pet beds, food and water bowls, and treats. The hotel offers pet-friendly rooms and easy access to nearby parks for walking.

Four Seasons Resort and Residences, Napa Valley

Four Seasons Resort Napa Valley allows pets up to 35 pounds with no additional fee. The resort provides pet beds, bowls, and treats. Outdoor areas are available for walking, making it a convenient option for pet owners.

Kimpton Alma Hotel, San Diego

Kimpton Alma Hotel has a pet-friendly policy with no weight restrictions and no additional fees. The hotel provides bedding, bowls, and mats for pets. Located near pet-friendly parks and beaches, it offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities.

Lodge at Bodega Bay

The Lodge at Bodega Bay allows pets up to 70 pounds, accommodating both small and larger breeds. The hotel charges a $100 non-refundable cleaning fee per stay. Pet amenities include beds, bowls, and treats provided in the room. The hotel’s location near the Bodega Bay trails offers plenty of opportunities for pets to enjoy the outdoors.

Pendry West Hollywood

Pendry West Hollywood welcomes pets up to 50 pounds, with a pet fee of $150 per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and a selection of treats. There are also designated pet-friendly areas within the hotel and nearby parks, making it convenient for guests traveling with pets. Dogs are even welcome at the rooftop hotel and outdoor restaurant.

The Beverly Hilton, Los Angeles

The Beverly Hilton accommodates pets up to 25 pounds, charging a daily fee of $50. The fee includes pet beds, food and water bowls, and a selection of treats. The hotel is conveniently located near several parks, making it easy for guests to walk their pets.

The Piccolo, Paso Robles

The Piccolo Paso Robles allows pets with no specific weight restrictions. A $100 fee per stay is required, which covers the cost of additional cleaning and amenities. Pets are provided with beds, bowls, and treats, and the hotel is located near pet-friendly vineyards and outdoor spaces.

Proper Hotel Santa Monica

Proper Hotel Santa Monica welcomes pets up to 40 pounds, with a pet fee of $150 per stay. The hotel offers pet beds, bowls, and gourmet treats, ensuring that pets are well taken care of. The hotel’s location near the beach and Santa Monica Boardwalk provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities with pets. And dogs are also welcome at the rooftop pool deck here.

San Ysidro Ranch, Montecito

San Ysidro Ranch welcomes pets with a fee of $150 per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and a selection of organic treats. The property includes several designated pet-friendly areas, and the nearby Montecito Trails offer scenic walking paths that are perfect for pets to explore.

COLORADO

Hotel Jerome, Aspen

Hotel Jerome in Aspen allows pets up to 75 pounds, with a $100 cleaning fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and gourmet treats. Aspen’s John Denver Sanctuary is just a short walk away, offering a serene environment where pets can enjoy the outdoors.

The Hythe Vail

The Hythe Vail accepts pets up to 70 pounds, charging a $150 non-refundable fee per stay. Pets are provided with beds, bowls, and welcome treats. The nearby Betty Ford Alpine Gardens offers a beautiful setting for walks, and the Gore Creek Trail is also accessible for longer excursions with pets.

Thompson Denver, by Hyatt

Thompson Denver welcomes pets with no weight restrictions, charging a $100 fee per stay. The hotel offers pet beds, bowls, and treats. Located near Confluence Park, guests have easy access to a dog-friendly area where pets can play and socialize.

FLORIDA

Life House, Little Havana, Miami

Life House Little Havana permits pets up to 50 pounds, with a $100 cleaning fee per stay. The hotel provides essential amenities, including pet beds and bowls. Nearby, the José Martí Park offers a dog-friendly space for pets to exercise and explore the vibrant neighborhood.

HAWAII

Turtle Bay Resort, North Shore

Turtle Bay Resort allows pets up to 25 pounds, charging a $100 pet fee per stay. The resort provides pet beds, bowls, and treats. Located on the North Shore, guests can take their pets on the nearby Kawela Bay Trail, a scenic coastal path perfect for leisurely walks with your pet.

MASSACHUSETTS

The Wauwinet, Nantucket

The Wauwinet welcomes pets up to 50 pounds, with a pet fee of $100 per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and gourmet treats. Situated near the Coskata-Coatue Wildlife Refuge, guests can enjoy a pet-friendly environment with access to miles of protected beachfront where pets can explore the natural surroundings.

Wequassett Resort & Golf Club, Cape Cod

Wequassett Resort allows pets up to 40 pounds, charging a $150 cleaning fee per stay. Pet amenities include beds, bowls, and a selection of treats. The resort is located near the Cape Cod Rail Trail, which offers a 25-mile stretch of scenic walking paths suitable for pets and their owners to explore together.

White Elephant, Nantucket

White Elephant accommodates pets up to 60 pounds, with a $200 fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and organic treats. The nearby Brant Point Lighthouse area offers a pet-friendly space for walks along the shoreline, making it an ideal spot for guests traveling with pets.

MICHIGAN

Wickwood Inn, Saugatuck

Wickwood Inn allows pets with no specific weight restrictions, charging a $75 fee per stay. The hotel offers pet beds, bowls, and treats. Located in the heart of Saugatuck, the inn is just a short walk from the Oval Beach, where pets are welcome during certain hours, providing an opportunity for pets to enjoy the beachside environment.

NEW YORK

Marram Montauk

Marram Montauk allows pets up to 50 pounds, with a $75 fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and all-natural treats. Situated near Hither Hills State Park, guests can easily access pet-friendly hiking trails and the park’s beach, where pets are permitted during off-peak hours.

The Lake House Canandaigua

The Lake House Canandaigua welcomes pets up to 40 pounds, with a $100 fee per stay. The hotel has lots of goodies in store for pets, including tennis balls and bandanas as well as lots of fresh treats prepared in the hotel kitchen. Located by the scenic Canandaigua Lake, guests can enjoy leisurely walks with their pets along the lakefront or explore the nearby Kershaw Park, which features pet-friendly green spaces and walking paths.

The Mark Hotel

The Mark Hotel in New York City really goes all out for pets, going so far as to set up a tented bed for your dog that looks straight out of an LL Bean catalog. And there’s an exclusive room service menu for pets that honestly looks as delectable for humans to eat, too. The hotel welcomes pets up to 25 pounds, charging a $100 fee per stay. Situated just a block away from Central Park, one of the city’s most famous and pet-friendly spaces, guests can take advantage of the extensive walking trails and dog-friendly areas within the park.

The Plaza Hotel

If you’ve ever dreamed of living like Eloise…well, maybe your dog can here. Dogs are treated like royalty here with velvet dog beds and gourmet treats. They’re even welcome for tea service in the Palm Court. (The chef made dried sweet potato treats for Dash.) They also have Plaza-branded leashes and collars on hand. The hotel welcomes pets up to 20 pounds, with a $250 non-refundable fee per stay. And the Plaza is just across the street from Central Park, with immediate access to dog-friendly walking paths and plenty of open spaces. (Just note some of the lawns in the park, like Sheep Meadow, are not open to dogs.)

The Rockaway Hotel + Spa

The Rockaway Hotel + Spa permits pets with no specific weight restrictions, charging a $150 fee per stay. Located near Rockaway Beach, guests can enjoy long walks along the boardwalk and beach area, where pets are welcome during certain hours.

Wylder Hotels Windham, Catskills

An extremely dog friendly getaway in the mountains, Wylder Hotels Windham allows pets up to 50 pounds, with a $75 fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and natural treats. And you can hang out with your dog (or other dogs staying in the hotel) in the main living room, an especially cozy experience during winter. Located in the Catskills, the hotel is near the Windham Path, a 1.5-mile trail that is dog-friendly and offers scenic views of the surrounding mountains, making it an excellent spot for a stroll with your pet.

OREGON

The Ritz-Carlton Portland

The Ritz-Carlton Portland accommodates pets up to 40 pounds, charging a $125 non-refundable fee per stay. Pet amenities include beds, bowls, and a curated selection of treats. The hotel is located close to the Tom McCall Waterfront Park, where pets can enjoy the open space and trails along the Willamette River.

Tributary Hotel, McMinnville

Tributary Hotel welcomes pets with no specific weight restrictions, charging a $100 fee per stay. The hotel provides essentials such as pet beds, bowls, and treats. Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s wine country, the hotel is near the Linfield College Arboretum, where pets can enjoy walking paths surrounded by native flora.

PUERTO RICO

Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Dorado Beach allows pets up to 30 pounds, with a $250 cleaning fee per stay. Pet amenities include beds, bowls, and treats tailored to your pet’s preferences. The resort is situated along the coast, offering easy access to pet-friendly walking paths where pets can enjoy the lush, tropical environment.

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

Fairmont El San Juan accommodates pets up to 25 pounds, with a $150 fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and gourmet treats. Located near the Isla Verde Beach, the hotel offers direct access to pet-friendly sections of the beach, allowing pets to enjoy the sand and surf alongside their owners.

RHODE ISLAND

Ocean House

Ocean House allows pets up to 35 pounds, with a $150 fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and specialty treats. Located near Watch Hill Beach, guests can take advantage of pet-friendly sections during specific hours, allowing pets to enjoy the beach alongside their owners.

The Beatrice, Providence

The Beatrice allows pets up to 50 pounds, with a $100 non-refundable fee per stay. Pet amenities include beds, bowls, and treats. The hotel is situated near Burnside Park, offering a pet-friendly space for walks and outdoor activities in the heart of downtown Providence.

The Vanderbilt Auberge, Newport

The Vanderbilt Auberge welcomes pets up to 40 pounds, charging a $150 fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and treats. Located near Newport’s Cliff Walk, a scenic 3.5-mile trail along the coast, it’s an ideal spot for a leisurely walk with your pet, enjoying both the ocean views and the historic mansions.

WASHINGTON, D.C.

Waldorf Astoria Washington, D.C.

Waldorf Astoria Washington D.C. accommodates pets up to 25 pounds, with a $200 fee per stay. The hotel offers pet beds, bowls, and a selection of organic treats. Located near the National Mall, guests can easily access pet-friendly walking areas and iconic landmarks for a stroll with their pets.

VERMONT

The Weston

The Weston is a great getaway for pet owners—especially those with larger dogs as the property allows pets up to 60 pounds, charging a $75 fee per stay. Pet amenities include Yeti-branded bowls, tennis balls, and treats. Situated near the Green Mountain National Forest, the hotel offers easy access to hiking trails where pets can enjoy the natural beauty of Vermont’s outdoors.

VIRGIN ISLANDS

King Christian Hotel

King Christian Hotel allows pets up to 25 pounds, charging a $100 non-refundable fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and treats. Located near the Christiansted Boardwalk, guests can enjoy scenic walks with their pets along the waterfront, where pets are welcome to explore the historic surroundings of the island.

Waves Cane Bay

Waves Cane Bay welcomes pets up to 50 pounds, with a $75 fee per stay. Pet amenities include beds, bowls, and organic treats. The hotel is situated near Cane Bay Beach, offering a pet-friendly environment where pets can enjoy the sandy shores and shallow waters, making it an ideal spot for beach outings.

Dash at the Fairmont Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada

CANADA

ALBERTA

Fairmont Banff Springs

Fairmont Banff Springs accommodates pets up to 50 pounds, with a $50 per night fee. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and a welcome treat upon arrival. Located within Banff National Park, guests can easily access nearby pet-friendly trails such as the Bow River Loop, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and river.

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise allows pets up to 50 pounds, with a $50 per night fee. The hotel offers pet beds, bowls, and treats. Situated on the shores of Lake Louise, the hotel provides direct access to the Lake Louise Lakeshore Trail, a pet-friendly trail that circles the lake and offers breathtaking views of the turquoise waters and surrounding peaks.

Dash at Maroma, A Belmond Hotel, Riviera Maya

MEXICO

Garza Blanca Cancun

Garza Blanca Cancun permits pets up to 20 pounds, charging a $150 fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and treats. Located along the beachfront, the resort offers a designated pet area where pets can enjoy the ocean breeze and walk along the sandy shores.

Hilton Los Cabos

Hilton Los Cabos allows pets up to 50 pounds, charging a $150 fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds, bowls, and treats. Located along the Cabo Corridor, the resort offers direct access to a pet-friendly section of the beach, where pets can enjoy the sand and waves.

Maroma, A Belmond Hotel

This tucked-away luxury Belmond property accommodates pets up to 20 pounds, with a $100 fee per stay. Pet amenities include beds, bowls, and a selection of treats. The hotel is nestled within a lush jungle setting, offering nearby trails where pets can explore the natural surroundings alongside their owners.

Nobu Los Cabos

Nobu Los Cabos welcomes pets up to 25 pounds, charging a $200 fee per stay. The hotel provides pet beds (in multiple sizes), bowls, and treats. Located along the Pacific coast, the resort offers a designated pet-friendly area on the property where pets can enjoy the ocean views and outdoor space.

Waldorf Astoria Cancun

Waldorf Astoria Cancun allows pets up to 30 pounds, with a $150 fee per stay. Pet amenities include beds, bowls, and organic treats. The hotel is situated along the beachfront, offering easy access to a pet-friendly walking path that runs parallel to the coast, perfect for morning or evening strolls with pets.

Zadún, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Zadún a Ritz-Carlton Reserve accommodates pets up to 20 pounds, charging a $250 cleaning fee per stay. The resort provides pet beds, bowls, and a customized welcome treat. Located within the Puerto Los Cabos area, the hotel offers proximity to the pet-friendly Wirikuta Botanical Garden, where pets can explore the desert landscape and unique flora.



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