The 7 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Houston

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Laid-back Houston is a very pet-friendly city. With plenty of parks, large green spaces, and balmy weather ideal for outdoor dining - your four-legged friend will be able to accompany you around town! However, when you need to take some pet-free hours to visit some of the many museums, galleries or music venues, you want to be sure you are leaving your pal in the perfect pet-friendly hotel. This is where our Hotel Gurus come in. They have scanned the city to bring you their favourite dog-friendly hotels. There will be no need to scrimp on luxuries here, from grand five-stars to chic contemporary stays. So, why not browse through our collection of the best pet-friendly hotels in Houston to start planning your stay?

For a central location

• The Sam Houston by Hilton offers slick rooms combining simple contemporary design with a touch of Texan style. Pets are allowed in selected rooms. With an award-winning restaurant and easy access to Minute Maid Park and the Theater District, this is a great city base.
• Hotel ZAZA Museum District is a hip hotel featuring exuberantly designed, themed rooms. Offering all the luxury trimmings from a fabulous cocktail bar to a spoiling spa. Perfectly located in the Museum District with shopping, restaurants, and cultural sights nearby. For those travelling with dogs, beds are provided in-room and there's plenty of parks in the neighbourhood.
• St Regis Houston is another option located in close proximity to the Museum District. This is a vast property with a number of excellent restaurants and bars. The indulgent spa and large outdoor pool are a welcome respite after a day spent exploring the city! Small dogs are welcomed subject to a $200 fee.

For the design

• Hotel ZAZA Houston Memorial City offers a range of stylish rooms and suites each individually styled and each boasting its own collection of modern artworks and photography. Well located near the city centre and boasting a fabulous pool and spa. Pets are welcomed at $150 per pet - a little costly but worth it for the setting.

For a boutique stay

• Hotel Granduca is a chic boutique property located in Uptown District. Focused around a large pool this is a great option for those who want to spend time lounging at the hotel. Interiors are elegant and have an old-world feel, there is a smart Italian restaurant and if you do fancy getting out - Museum District is very nearby. Pets up to 60lb are very much welcomed.

For luxury

• Hotel Icon is a grand Neo-classical building with enormous suites filled with period antiques and boasting rolltop baths. Downstairs is an elegant cocktail bar and restaurant. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the city, small dogs are welcomed and Market Square park is just around the corner.
• Post Oak Hotel Uptown is luxury defined - from private helicopters to the multi-million dollar art collection that adorns the walls. Located in Uptown District, elegant rooms are contemporary and boast indulgent marble bathrooms. Cocktails are served to private poolside cabanas and the wine collection is second-to-none. Meanwhile, pets will be equally spoilt with complimentary beds, bowls and dishware, and a pet-friendly in-room dining menu!

Still not sure where to book?

• Browse through the best 5 star hotels in Houston of the best kid-friendly hotels in Houston.
• Check out our list of all the best places to stay in Houston.
• Expand your search to include the whole of Texas.
• Alternatively contact one of our Gurus for advice.

  • The Sam Houston by Hilton Houston 100 rooms from CA$204

    
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    Families  -  Family packages are offered making this a great option for those travelling with children

    Local exploring  -  Ideally located in downtown Houston near the city's Theater District and Minute Maid Park

    Restaurant  -  Recommended.

    

    A slick operation ideally located in Downtown Houston. Contemporary rooms are simply designed with a touch of Texan style seen in the cow skin print cushions. The award-winning Pearl restaurant serves up regional cuisine alongside an excellent wine list. See More

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  • Hotel ZaZa Houston Memorial City Houston (Memorial City) 159 rooms from CA$275

    
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    Romantic Break  -  Ideal for a romantic getaway, with sultry room decor, plush Egyptian cotton linens and couples services in the spa

    City Style  -  Stylish and trendy with a bold aesthetic and original artworks throughout

    Sights nearby  -  A short journey from Houston Zoo and the Downtown Aquarium, or the Bear Creek Pioneers Park

    Restaurant  -  The Tipping Point Restaurant and Terrace specialises in seafood and steak dishes

    

    An ultra stylish retreat boasting a range of conceptual rooms and suites, spanning a raft of aesthetic flavours and themes, just outside of the city centre. Ideal for couples, with a glamourous and romantic restaurant and spa boasting a range of couples treatments. See More

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  • Hotel Zaza Museum District Houston (Texas) 314 rooms from CA$315

    
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    Families  -  Spacious rooms and great access to sights such as the Houston Zoo, Houston Aquarium, and the Bayou Bend Collection and Gardens

    Local exploring  -  The hotel is perfectly located in the Museum District which has 19 museums

    Sights nearby  -  Visit the NGR- Americas largest and most versatile complex, able to host large exhibitions, concerts and sporting events

    Views  -  Rooms have delightful views of the Museum of Fine Arts and the Mecom Fountain

    

    A hip boutique hotel, right in the heart of the Museum District. Themed rooms range from Parisian extravagance to Rock Star and feature funky artwork and rain forest showers. Indulge in the spa or lounge by the pool. Spend evenings feasting on a signature lobster roll while sipping a cocktail. See More

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  • Hotel Granduca Houston (Texas) 122 rooms from CA$336

    
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    Local exploring  -  Located in the trendy area of Uptown District, the hotel is within walking distance to lovely parks, restaurants and museums

    Sights nearby  -  Memorial Park is less than a mile away with golf courses, tennis courts and 30 miles of hiking trails

    Restaurant  -  Ristorante Cavour, highlights Northern Italian cuisine combined with seasonal offerings

    Swimming Pool  -  Indoor/outdoor

    

    A luxury boutique hotel set in the hip area of Uptown District. The hotel is reminiscent of an Italian villa with the pool surrounded by Roman-sculptures and colonnades. Rooms are beautifully decorated, spacious and have high-ceiling with great city views. An elegant Texan stay. See More

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  • Hotel ICON Houston 135 rooms from CA$407

    
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    Local exploring  -  Set right in the heart of the city with many of the main attractions within walking distance

    City Style  -  A grand Neo-Classical building with period interiors to match

    Whirlpool Bathtub  -  Deluxe rooms and suites offer bathrooms with whirlpool tubs

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    Recommended by  -  Kiwi Collection

    Set in the heart of the city, this grand Neo-Classical building is the perfect choice for a touch of old-school glamour. Suites, so large you could get lost in them, are filled with period antiques and bathrooms feature roll-top baths. Sip cocktails in the Great Gatsby-esque bar. A luxurious stay. See More

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  • Post Oak Hotel Uptown Houston 250 rooms from CA$480

    
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    Local exploring  -  Located in the Uptown area of Houston- with all the cities attractions, shopping experiences and theatre's very close by

    Artworks  -  Multimillion-dollar art collection including works by Alex Katz, Frank Stella and Robert Motherwell

    Sights nearby  -  Visit the Houston Zoo, Space Center Houston, Downtown Aquarium, Kemah Boardwalk and Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

    Spa  -  The spa mixes a balance of healing, wellness and beauty using gorgeous essential oils from Aromatherapy Associates

    

    A sleek and elegant luxury hotel in the Uptown District. Rooms are modern and sophisticated with marble bathrooms. Indulge at the spoiling spa and order cocktails from your own poolside cabana. Exquisite dining experiences with a huge range of options. The perfect city break. See More

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  • St Regis Houston Houston (River Oaks) 232 rooms from CA$579

    
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    Local exploring  -  Ideally located to explore both the museums and cultural sites of the city centre and the sprawling parks of the outer districts

    City Style  -  A stylish hotel featuring classically elegant rooms, a short distance from fashionable downtown Houston

    Great walks  -  A short distance from some of Houston's excellent parks, such as Waterwall Park and the Houston Memorial Park

    Restaurant  -  The Remington Restaurant serves a range of gourmet American Classics, high tea available in the Tea Lounge

    

    The 12 floors and grounds boast an outdoor pool, a gym, a spa, and rooms designed with a soothing, neutral palette and air of classic elegance. A range of restaurants, lounges, and bars serve classic American cuisine with a gourmet twist, sophisticated high teas, and California's finest wines. See More

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Written by Katie Harris

posted Monday, 14th September 2020