Pet-Friendly Hotels in Manhattan, NY

Planning a pet-friendly trip to a cityscape like Manhattan is as exciting as it is daunting. Where can you take them? Which top pet-friendly hotels and resorts in Manhattan should you try? What parks allow pups off-leash? Luckily, this city is a big fan of your four-legged friend, so you shouldn’t have to choose just one activity with countless ready to enjoy and places to take your pooch in NYC! Plus, with a community-based app it's never been easier to connect with other dog owners, schedule doggy dates, and become a part of New York City’s largest off-leash community. When exploring the city, you’ll get to socialize with other owners through fun events while enjoying coffee, baked goods, and of course, dog biscuits for the fur babies. Scattered throughout the city are dog-themed dive bars and canine-friendly cafes worth the visit. And with an array of furry-friendly green spaces and public parks all across Manhattan, you won’t have a hard time finding a place to pick for you and your pooch.

First stop? Central Park! This 843-acre urban park and green space features charming trails and countless trees offering shade and sanctuary from the bustling city streets for you and your four-legged friends. With its wealth of sniff-worthy walking trails and endless green grass to explore, your pup will be in doggy heaven here. Perfect for dogs of all sizes and breeds, the park runs right down the middle of Manhattan and boasts everything from castles and carousels to rocks and ponds to discover. The best part? The park even offers off-leash hours between 9 pm and 9 am, when dogs can zip around and run off their zoomies to their hearts’ content.

Continue exploring pup-worthy parks just outside Manhattan pet-friendly resorts, and take your pooch to the gorgeous Hudson River Park. Stretching 4.5 miles from 59th Street south to Battery Park, this stunning seaside park has 550 acres of fun, making it the second-biggest park in Manhattan, after Central Park. Resting right along the waterfront, you’ll enjoy the variety of offerings here, including pet-friendly eateries, great walkways to stroll the day away, piers, and of course, multiple dog runs. Plus, the park hosts numerous events and meetups throughout the year (some specifically for dog lovers), so check online to see what's cooking while you’re in town.

One of the great parts of this city is how welcome dogs are in restaurants, cafes, and the like. Bring your pooch to just about any bistro near the best pet-friendly hotels in Manhattan with outdoor seating, and you’ll be welcomed with open arms. Especially at cafes along the Hudson River, you’ll be able to pop into pup-friendly spots all up and down the waterfront. Overlooking the river, you’ll enjoy a soothing atmosphere and delicious food, while your furry friend stretches out on the cool patio ground. Plan to enjoy a glass of something smooth while drinking in unparalleled sunset views before strolling back to the best pet-friendly hotels through Riverside Park.

Enjoy your pet-friendly stay in the city, and don’t forget to check out our similar hotels in Rochester, Syracuse, and Albany.