Pet-Friendly Hotels in New York, NY

New Yorkers love their animals, and the city is full of pet-friendly adventures for visitors where there's fun for you and your furry friends. Bringing your animal companions along with the family on vacation? We have the best pet-friendly hotels near endless activities for you and your pooch. And it’s not all gone to the dogs. You’ll find feline fancy at our cat-friendly hotels in New York City where pampering and relaxation are on the menu. NYC is full of amazing experiences and we’re ready to host you near some of the most famous attractions.

New York's famous Central Park is a pet owner's dream. With more than 840 acres to explore, you could spend an hour or the whole day meandering through the wooded greenery, crossing pictures bridges, exploring scenic trails, and picnicking in the shade. Central Park features 23 specific dog-friendly areas as well as drinking fountains and dog runs. Shakespeare Garden, Strawberry Fields, Turtle Pond Lawn are just a few of the areas in the park designated for puppy playtime.

The canine fun doesn't stop at Central Park. Dozens of parks and dog runs throughout New York offer open space for stretching those paws. The East Village's Tompkins Square Dog Run features an off-leash area with a wading pool, tennis balls, and separate spaces for larger and smaller breeds. Tribeca Dog Run at Pier 26 boasts multiple dog areas, sprinklers to cool off in the summer, and boulders on the waterfront to explore. Brooklyn's Prospect Park is home to beautiful grounds with upper and lower meadows perfect for some off-leash exercise (or just rolling around). Better yet, a part of the park's beach is roped off just for eager pups to swim in the lake water and beat the heat.

After discovering all the exciting adventures the city has to offer, you and your companion are sure to work up an appetite. New York has tons of pet-friendly restaurants, so there’s no shortage of options to choose from. From outdoor patios and cafes to cozy eateries and speakeasies, the city is your oyster—or slice of New York-style pizza—to explore.

As a mecca of arts and culture, you don't have to worry about man's best friend missing out in New York. Plenty of the city's renowned art galleries are dog-friendly and open to any admirer of the finer things. The William Secord Gallery welcomes all leashed pets, and the gallery specializes in 19th-century dog and animal paintings.

New York City is known for being a walking city with incredible attractions and destinations accessible within a few miles, so it's perfect for getting in steps with your canine companion. But even public transportation can be manageable, meaning nothing's out of reach for humans and critters throughout the boroughs. Cats and dogs are allowed on New York City subway trains as long as they are in a carrier. And pet-friendly cabs and car services are also available, opening up the possibilities for pet-friendly adventures. Your Big Apple adventure is waiting, and our hotels in New York accept pets, making them the ideal place to rest your feet and paws after a long day exploring the city.

Don't forget to check out our pet-friendly hotels nearby in Manhattan, Times Square and Jersey City!