Austin Pet Friendly Hotels

If your planning a trip to Austin and can't bear to leave behind your fur baby, here are the top 5 Austin Pet-freindly hotels that has you covered

Every time we travel, we absolutely dread the thought of leaving our furry friends or, dare we say furry family members, behind. Whether we go away on business or a planned family holiday, it just doesn’t feel right to say goodbye to our pets. That’s why we absolutely love pet-friendly hotels that treat our pets the same way they treat all of their guests. We’ve put together a list of the top pet-friendly hotels in Austin that you can use when planning your next trip.

Not all Austin pet-friendly hotels are created equal. We took into account things like formal pet policies, pet fees, pet amenities, and nearby parks. We’re starting with the very best, so read on for our top 5 pet-friendly hotels in Austin, Texas.

Kimpton Van Zandt

605 Davis St, Austin, TX 78701 // 512-542-5300

Let’s start with the very best. The Kimpton Van Zandt Hotel is the only boutique hotel we’ve seen that has a dedicated Director of Pet Relations on staff. Every Kimpton hotel in the United States welcomes animals with open arms, and they’re ready to pamper them too! There is no extra charge to bring pets, no weight or size restrictions, and no limit on the number of pets you can bring. It’s no wonder that this luxury hotel has been rated the “#1 Hotel in Texas” by Condé Nast Traveler and consistently received rave reviews for service.

Great hotels care about the details. At the Kimpton Van Zandt in Austin, the pet-friendly atmosphere includes lots of great extras like loaner pet-beds, bowls, and mats. A dedicated door hanger is available to let guests and staff know that a pet is in the room. There’s even a special concierge list of nearby pet-friendly restaurants, parks, and groomers.

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Aloft Austin Downtown

109 East 7th Street, Austin, TX 78701 // 512-476-2222

Aloft has a long history of welcoming pets at its hotels across the United States. The Aloft Austin Downtown does not charge a fee for their furry guests and is part of the chain’s Animals R Fun (ARF) program. The policy provides pets with complimentary amenities, including tasty treats and toys. Doggy beds, bowls, tags, and picker-upper bags are all available for free. There is also a special doggie menu full of yummy pet-friendly food and occasional events hosted in partnership with the Austin humane Society. Aloft is Marriott Bonvoy hotel

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South Congress Hotel

1603 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704 // 512-920-6405

The South Congress Hotel in Austin is another boutique hotel that treats their pet guests the same as their human guests. The hotel only allows dogs (sorry, kittens) on-premises. There are no fees for your doggo and the hotel provides complimentary amenities that are standard of similar boutique hotels, such as doggie beds, water bowls, and tasty treats. You will be asked to sign a pet waiver upon check-in and make sure that your dog is always at your side and never in the food service area.

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Hilton Austin

500 East 4th Street, Austin, TX 78701 // 512-482-8000

If you’re looking for a hotel that pampers you and is pet-friendly, look no further than the Hilton Austin. The Hilton has some of the best views from their 8th floor open-roof spa and pool. Their on-site bar makes delicious cocktails and it is centrally located for daytime site-seeing. The hotel certainly makes room for your pets and has one of the lowest pet fees of hotels of their caliber. The Hilton Austin has a $50 non-refundable pet deposit and allows for pets up to 75lbs.

The hotel was recently renovated and policies may have been updated. Be sure to check with the hotel before booking.

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W Austin

200 Lavaca Street, Austin, TX 78701 // 512-542-3600

The W Austin Hotel is a treat for you and your furry friend. This modern luxury brand lives to treat their guests like royalty. There are some rules for staying at this pet-friendly hotel. The W Austin allows a maximum of one pet per room, up to 40 lbs in weight. There is a one-time non-refundable cleaning fee of $100 and a daily $20 pet fee. It’s definitely more expensive than some of the other hotels on this list, but if you are a Marriott Bonvoy member and are familiar with the W Hotels brand, you’ll know that it’s worth the price.

Pet amenities include dog beds, bowls, and pet boxes with treats and toys. Republic Square is a 3-minute walk away and Auditorium Shores Dog Park is a 15-minute walk across the Colorado River.

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