Let’s be honest. We’ve all cut a dinner or trip short just to rush home to our furry friends. So why leave your tail-wagging companion behind in the first place? Lucky for Dallasites and Dallas-bound travelers, hotels across the city are going above and beyond to welcome four-legged guests.
Dallas hoteliers are making sure fur babies are well taken care of with more than just belly rubs and unlimited pets. From specialty dog playlists and 24/7 dog walking to doggy in-room dining, these pet-friendly Dallas hotels roll out the red carpet for pups and their people.
Dallas Marriott Downtown
Dallas Marriott Downtown wants your pup to escape to the city with a complimentary Paws in the City package. The hotel checks all the boxes for a getaway with a pet travel kit that includes a bowl, bandana, toy, and waste bags. The hotel has also curated a city guide that includes pet-friendly parks and restaurants. 650 N. Pearl St., Dallas, marriott.com
Bowie House, Auberge Collection
Bowie House, Auberge Collection is a recently named Two-Michelin Key hotel in Fort Worth’s Cultural District, earning the distinction for the third consecutive year. The luxury New West boutique hotel is recognized as an exceptional stay, and pets are welcomed. Bowie House allows up to two pets per room, weighing up to 70 pounds each, for a $150 pet fee per room. The concierge can provide pet amenities including dog beds, food and water bowls, and homemade dog treats from the hotel’s pastry team. 3700 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, auberge.com/bowie-house
Hôtel Swexan
This Uptown hotel is a family-owned gem that sparkles with Swiss heritage and Texan hospitality that extends to four-legged friends. Hôtel Swexan goes above and beyond to make pets feel at home with plush dog beds, treats, and dog room service. Dog moms and dads can catch a break with Hôtel Swexan’s 24/7 dog-walking service. After a long walk, pets can lay belly up and relax with a curated “doggy playlist” of relaxation music, complete with their own set of Bluetooth headphones. 2575 McKinnon St., Dallas, hotelswexan.com
The Pittman
Deep Ellum’s The Pittman rolls out the red carpet for furry friends, starting with no pet fees and no breed, size, or weight restrictions. The historic hotel features in-room amenities including pet bed loaners, food and water bowls, and feeding mats. Once pets have enjoyed a beauty rest, head over to Barry Annino Bark Park, an off-leash dog park located one block away. 2551 Elm St., Dallas, pittmanhoteldallas.com
JW Marriott Dallas Arts District
Proximity is key, and for the The JW Marriott Dallas Arts District, it’s golden. The newer Dallas hotel puts travelers in the heart of one of the largest arts districts in America, and pets don’t have to miss out. Dogs of any size are permitted for a $150 pet fee per stay. Enjoy the artful hotel’s curated collection, including a new mural by local artist Chera Booker before strolling to Klyde Warren Park, where pets can enjoy the fenced-off My Best Friend’s Park dog park with a dedicated Little Dog Lounge for pets under 30 pounds. 800 N. Harwood St., Dallas, marriott.com
The Ritz-Carlton Dallas
The Ritz-Carlton Dallas is an ultra-luxury Uptown stay. The legendary five-star hotel is home to the iconic Fearing’s Restaurant and Rattlesnake Bar, and features luxury suites, a spa sommelier, and the Toast to Texas, a nightly lobby ritual at 6 p.m. where guests toast with a glass of bespoke tequila to the sounds of a live cellist. Here, enjoying the suite life doesn’t mean leaving man’s best friend at home. The hotel welcomes up to two pets weighing up to 25 pounds each for a $150 pet fee per stay. 2121 McKinney Ave., Dallas, ritzcarlton.com
Virgin Hotels
The Design District’s Virgin Hotels has dedicated pet-friendly rooms. Furry friends can enjoy rooms decked out with comfy dog beds, bowls, and dog-friendly snacks. There’s even swag. Pets can dress to the nines in a Virgin Hotels-branded bandana, perfect for exploring the Big D in style. 1445 Turtle Creek Blvd., Dallas, virginhotels.com/dallas
Terraces at the Drey
The Village Dallas has a brand new hotel. Terraces at the Drey opens Thursday, October 1 with 46 individually designed rooms and suites. The boutique hotel showcases a sprawling outdoor terrace with views of the Dallas skyline for your and your pet to enjoy. To spoil your pup, Terraces at the Drey offers an in-room pup package with drool-worthy custom treats and complimentary grooming or day care at Wag’N Bone. 5630 Village Glen Dr., Dallas, thedreyhotel.com/terraces
The Joule
Downtown’s crown jewel, The Joule, offers the Pawsitively Pampered pet package. The lavish hotel’s package includes a bed, food and water bowls, and complimentary treats to keep tails wagging for dogs of all breeds and weights. The package must be booked with 72 hours advance notice. 1530 Main St., Dallas, thejouledallas.com
HALL Arts Hotel
HALL Arts Hotel invites furry travelers of all sizes to sit and stay. The Sit & Stay Paws Package requires a $50 pet deposit and features a hotel-branded bed and stainless steel bowls during the stay. Take home perks include dog treats, a HALL squeaker toy, bandana, and pet bag dispenser keychain. The goodest boys also have access to a gourmet “A La Bark” menu as part of in-room dining. 1717 Leonard St, Dallas, hallartshotel.com
Loews Arlington Hotel
Located minutes from AT&T Stadium, Loews Arlington Hotel accommodates up to two dogs per room for a $50 fee per stay. The Loews Loves Pets program ensures pets feel at home with a gift bag filled with goodies like a pet tag, bowl, and treat. The hotel provides owners with a brochure that details pet amenities such as pet room service prepared by an award-winning chef, dog walking routes, and local pet services including vets, shops, and groomers. The hotel also provides specialized bedding, leashes, collars, and waste scoopers. 888 Nolan Ryan Expressway, Arlington, loewshotels.com
