Pet-Friendly Hotels in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston is a good city for a dog because its center is walkable: the Public Garden and Boston Common are green spaces in the middle of downtown, the Charles River esplanade lies at the edge of Back Bay, and the Seaport has wide waterfront paths. Many Boston hotels accept pets, from historic boutique properties in Back Bay to modern suites near South Station. The hotels on this page are described as pet-friendly in their listings. I describe each as its listing does, and I do not give pet fees or size limits, because the listings do not state them. Ask the hotel before you arrive with an animal.
Boston combines colonial history, brownstone streets and a university crowd. Its center is compact, so a dog can walk from Back Bay to Boston Common and the Public Garden in a short stroll.
Pet-friendly stays from Back Bay to Seaport
For a dog in Boston, the best hotel is one near green space and with simple access to the street. Back Bay and downtown hotels are close to the Public Garden and Boston Common, while Seaport hotels have the harbor walk. I list the hotels whose descriptions say pets are accepted and add what each offers: a garden, a kitchen, a fitness center or free bicycles. I avoid promising anything about dog beds, bowls or treats.
Back Bay holds the strongest group of pet-friendly hotels. The Newbury Boston is described as a luxurious hotel in the city center, with pet-friendly accommodations, a spa, a fitness center, a garden, a restaurant and a bar, with easy access to the Boston Public Garden and Back Bay Station, rated 9.1 from 521 reviews. The Lenox is a luxury boutique hotel with elegant rooms with city views, a state-of-the-art gym and award-winning dining, rated 9.1 from 780 reviews. The Eliot Hotel, built in 1925, offers pet-friendly services with marble bathrooms and a sashimi bar, rated 9.0 from 1,504 reviews.
Downtown has several historic options. The Whitney Hotel Boston is a pet-friendly, historic hotel in the city center, with a fitness center, free bicycles, a garden, an on-site restaurant serving American and Mediterranean cuisine and a bar, and rooms with bathrobes, rated 9.1 from 1,032 reviews. The Dagny Boston is a newly renovated, historic Art Deco skyscraper hotel steps from major attractions, with a restaurant, a fitness center and a spa and wellness offer, pet-friendly and AAA Four Diamond, rated 8.9 from 2,372 reviews. The Langham, Boston lists pet-friendly options in the former Federal Reserve Bank building.
Hotel AKA Back Bay, a historic hotel that was formerly the police headquarters, offers modern rooms with free WiFi, a fitness center, a business center and an on-site grill, and it is pet-friendly and family-friendly, rated 8.8 from 727 reviews. Its past gives it a distinct identity in Back Bay, though the listing does not say more about the building. It suits travelers who want a historic address without the price of a luxury property, and who need a simple, central base near shops and restaurants. The ratings and review counts come from the listings as published, and I would still read recent guest feedback before booking a stay.
In the Seaport, two practical options help with longer stays. The Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown Seaport offers spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, a daily hot breakfast and a fitness center, pet-friendly and near South Station and the Boston Convention Center, rated 9.1 from 197 reviews. The Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District has a restaurant, a fitness center, a terrace and a continental or American breakfast, and it provides pet-friendly and family-friendly services, rated 8.8 from 2,373 reviews. Details such as policies and facilities can change, so I would confirm them with the hotel for your dates before booking.
A traveler's perspectiveFor a pet-friendly stay close to the Public Garden, I would choose The Newbury Boston, a luxurious hotel with a spa, a garden, a restaurant and a bar, near the garden and Back Bay Station. For a longer stay with a kitchen, I would pick the Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown Seaport. My advice is to confirm pet rules with the hotel before you book.
The Langham, Boston
Boston
620 reviews
Historic luxury in downtown Boston with a pool and gourmet dining
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe heated indoor pool works all year, a real asset during a Boston winter, and the 24-hour fitness center suits early-rising parents. The hotel overlooks Norman B. Leventhal Park, a green space right outside the door for children to stretch their legs. The building was originally the Federal Reserve Bank, a detail older kids may enjoy. Pets are welcome, and 620 reviews average 9.2 for this 5-star hotel.
The Newbury Boston
Boston
521 reviews
Luxury and comfort in the heart of Boston, with a spa and garden
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Newbury Boston sits by the Boston Public Garden, so a morning in the park with children is only a short stroll away, and Back Bay Station is close for day trips by train. The hotel has its own garden, a spa and a fitness center for parents who want a break, and a restaurant and bar for meals without leaving the building. Pets are accepted, useful for families who travel with a dog.
The Whitney Hotel Boston
Boston
1,032 reviews
Historic city-center hotel with a garden, fitness center, and free bikes
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFree bicycles are the detail I would mention first to families at The Whitney Hotel Boston: older children can explore the city on two wheels with their parents. The hotel is historic and central, with a garden for a quiet moment and a restaurant serving American and Mediterranean cuisine. Rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms, bathrobes and city views, and pets are welcome. Adults can also use the fitness center and the bar. A 9.1 from 1,032 reviews is an outstanding score.
The Lenox
Boston
780 reviews
Historic Back Bay luxury with award-winning dining and city views
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Lenox describes itself as family-friendly, and its Back Bay address makes days with children simpler: Newbury Street and the John Hancock Tower are a short walk away, so you can explore without a car. Rooms look out over the city, the gym suits a parent who wants an early workout, and the award-winning restaurant saves a search for dinner. Pets are accepted too, useful for a family that travels with its dog.
Residence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown Seaport
Boston
197 reviews
Spacious suites with kitchens, pet-friendly, and a hot breakfast in downtown Boston
Check availabilityWhy guests love itResidence Inn by Marriott Boston Downtown Seaport offers spacious suites with fully equipped kitchens, which suits extended stays and families. A hot breakfast is served daily, a fitness center is on site and pets are welcome. South Station and the Boston Convention Center are close, so a trip by train or a conference needs little planning. Guests rate it 9.1 from 197 reviews.
Four Seasons Boston
Boston
92 reviews
Luxury stay with city views, a spa, and steps from Boston Common
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFour Seasons Boston puts families steps from Boston Common and the Public Garden, so open space for children is right outside the door. The indoor pool works in any season, which matters in a Boston winter, and the fitness center and spa give parents time of their own. The Bistro Lounge serves all meals on site, and Arlington Station is only 200 meters away for trips across the city. Pets are welcome, and the 9.1 score across 92 reviews is reassuring.
Raffles Boston
Boston
138 reviews
Five-star luxury with spa, pool, and pet-friendly elegance in Boston
Check availabilityWhy guests love itRaffles Boston is a five-star hotel where families get an indoor pool for the children and a spa, sauna and massage services for the parents. Rooms come with bathrobes, slippers and tea and coffee makers, small touches that make a city stay feel easy. The restaurant, bar and terrace mean dinner can happen without leaving the building after a long day in Boston, and pets are welcome, so the family dog can come too.
The Eliot Hotel
Boston
1,504 reviews
Historic boutique elegance in Back Bay with a sashimi bar
Check availabilityWhy guests love itBabysitting is offered at The Eliot, which is rare for a boutique hotel and gives parents an evening of their own in Back Bay. The 1925 building has soundproof windows, a real help when children nap during the day, and marble bathrooms. Pets are welcome too. The on-site sashimi bar suits adults more than young children, so I would plan family meals nearby. A 9.0 score from over 1,500 reviews makes it a safe historic choice.
The Dagny Boston
Boston
2,372 reviews
Historic Art Deco elegance with modern luxury in downtown Boston
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Dagny Boston occupies a newly renovated Art Deco skyscraper downtown, steps from major attractions such as Quincy Market, which keeps sightseeing days short on transport. Rooms are modern with premium amenities, the on-site restaurant saves a search for dinner, and parents can use the fitness center and the spa and wellness offer. The hotel holds an AAA Four Diamond rating and accepts pets, useful for families who bring the dog.
Hyatus Luxury Residences Boston South Bay Designer Collection
Boston
32 reviews
Spacious aparthotel units with a seasonal pool and pet-friendly amenities
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would book these Hyatus residences for a family or small group that needs two bedrooms in Boston. Guests rate them 8.9 across 32 reviews. Units have two bedrooms and one bathroom, the outdoor pool opens in season beside a sun terrace and a garden, and there is a fitness room, a games room and barbecue facilities. Carson Beach is a short walk away, and pets are welcome.
Luxury Apartments by Hyatus at Boston Cambridge
Boston
36 reviews
Spacious one-bedroom apartments with a fitness center and garden in Boston
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would choose these Hyatus apartments for a family that wants a home base in Boston with things for children to do indoors. Guests rate them 8.9 across 36 reviews. Each one-bedroom apartment has a living room, a fully equipped kitchen and air-conditioning, and the building has an indoor play area, a games room, a lounge, a garden and a fitness centre. Pets are welcome, and WiFi is free.
Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District
Boston
2,373 reviews
Modern comfort in the Seaport District with pet-friendly amenities
Check availabilityWhy guests love itBreakfast with both continental and American choices is the first thing I would mention to families about the Hyatt Place Boston/Seaport District, because it settles the morning before a day in the Seaport. The hotel has family-friendly amenities, a fitness center, spa and wellness facilities and a terrace, and the restaurant on site saves a search at dinner time. Pets are welcome, and the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center is a short distance away. An 8.8 from 2,373 reviews is reliable.
Hotel AKA Back Bay
Boston
727 reviews
Historic Back Bay hotel with modern amenities and a central location
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHotel AKA Back Bay occupies Boston's former police headquarters, a historic building that older children may find more interesting than a standard tower. The Back Bay address keeps walks short, and the on-site grill makes a simple family dinner easy after a day out. Pets are accepted, and parents get a fitness center and a business center. There is no pool listed, so I see it as a base for exploring the city on foot. An 8.8 score from 727 reviews is very good.
The Envoy Hotel, Autograph Collection
Boston
103 reviews
Rooftop igloo bar and pet-friendly stays near Boston's waterfront
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Envoy Hotel works for families who want a Boston base close to the main city sights, with a few touches beyond a bed. The roof deck bar is open all year and adds an igloo setup in winter, which gives parents a memorable evening spot. There is a restaurant and a fitness center on site, and the hotel is pet-friendly, handy when the dog travels too. The 7.8 score across 103 reviews is decent rather than outstanding.
Local tips
- 1Confirm pet fees, weight limits and the number of animals per room with the hotel, since the listings do not state them.
- 2Walk the dog in the Public Garden and on Boston Common, which are close to the Back Bay and downtown hotels on this page.
- 3Ask about a room near an exit or a ground-floor room, which is helpful for short, frequent walks.
- 4Use the Charles River esplanade for a longer morning walk when you stay in Back Bay.
- 5Check parking and its cost before you book, since city hotels often charge for it and pets may need a car trip.
- 6Plan around hot summer afternoons and icy winter mornings: early and late walks are easier on a dog in Boston.