Best Pet-Friendly Stays in Orlando for Your Next Trip
Orlando's pet-friendly hotels cover every part of a typical trip, from the airport to the theme parks and the convention district on International Drive. Thirteen properties carry the label on this page, and the most reviewed are strong performers: the Drury Plaza Hotel near Disney Springs rates 9.3 from almost 3,000 reviews, while the Hyatt House Orlando Airport, the Drury Inn & Suites near Universal and the Hampton Inn Lake Buena Vista all hold 9.2. The Rosen Plaza connects to the Orange County Convention Center by sky bridge, and the Embassy Suites covers downtown near Lake Eola. Your choice depends on which part of Orlando you will spend your days in.
Orlando is spread out along Interstate 4, with Walt Disney World and Lake Buena Vista to the southwest, Universal and International Drive in the middle and downtown with Lake Eola to the north. Distances between them are long enough that most visitors drive. For travelers with a dog, a hotel with outdoor space near the parks or the airport saves daily trips.
Where to stay
Disney Springs, Universal and the airport
Travelling with a pet in Orlando works best when the hotel sits close to where you will spend your days. The listed hotels range from airport suites with a free shuttle to park hotels near Disney Springs, Universal and Lake Buena Vista, plus a convention hotel and a downtown suite option.
For Disney trips with a dog, two hotels near Lake Buena Vista stand out. The Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando near Disney Springs is the most reviewed hotel on this page, with a 9.3 rating from almost 3,000 guests, an outdoor pool, a hot tub, a fitness center, a restaurant and a bar. The Hampton Inn Lake Buena Vista describes itself as a pet-friendly resort experience, about 2.4 km from Walt Disney World Resort, with a pool, a hot tub, free breakfast and concierge services. Either keeps the drive to the parks short, so you can return to check on your pet between visits.
Around Universal and International Drive, the Drury Inn & Suites near Universal Orlando Resort sits beside I-4 Exit 74A on Restaurant Row, about 2 km from Universal Studios, with a free hot breakfast and a nightly reception with food and drinks. Further south on International Drive, the Rosen Plaza Hotel is connected to the Orange County Convention Center by a sky bridge and is a short walk from the Pointe Orlando entertainment complex; it states a pet-friendly policy and adds a pool, a hot tub and spa facilities. I would choose the Drury for a park week and the Rosen Plaza for a conference.
Arriving late or leaving early is easier at the Hyatt House Orlando Airport, rated 9.2 from more than 1,800 reviews. It offers family rooms, a pool, a sun terrace, a restaurant and a bar, and a complimentary airport shuttle, and its listing states pet-friendly policies for travelers with animals. It is a sensible first or last night after a long drive or flight with a pet, before or after a few days closer to the parks. Downtown, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown offers spacious suites with refrigerators and microwaves, a cooked-to-order breakfast and easy access to I-4.
For a more upscale stay, the ette luxury hotel & spa near the Disney theme parks is rated 9.2 from more than 1,100 reviews. It has spacious rooms, some with garden or city views, a saltwater pool, a full spa with beauty services and a restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine. It appears among the pet-friendly listings here, but its description does not detail the pet policy, so I would confirm the rules for your animal directly before booking. For a simpler and clearly stated policy, the Hampton Inn Lake Buena Vista or the Hyatt House are safer choices.
A traveler's perspectiveI would choose the Drury Plaza Hotel near Disney Springs for a Disney week with a dog: it is rated 9.3 from almost 3,000 reviews and keeps the drive to the parks short. For a first night after landing, I recommend the Hyatt House Orlando Airport, which states its pet-friendly policy clearly and runs a free airport shuttle.
Lake Nona Wave Hotel
Orlando
580 reviews
Balcony rooms with spa baths and a large outdoor pool
Check availabilityWhy guests love itLake Nona Wave Hotel suits Orlando families who want comfort between theme-park days. Rooms are air-conditioned, with balconies and private spa baths, and the large outdoor swimming pool is where children will want to spend their afternoons. Parents can book the full spa with its steam room or use the fitness center. The family-friendly restaurant offers vegetarian and gluten-free menus, pets are allowed, and WiFi is free. Guests rate it 9.4 from 580 reviews.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando-UCF Area
Orlando
264 reviews
All-suite hotel with kitchens, pool, and hot tub near UCF
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHomewood Suites by Hilton Orlando-UCF Area is an all-suite hotel, so families get room to spread out and a fully equipped kitchen for meals at their own pace. Breakfast is included, and the large outdoor pool and hot tub fill the late afternoons. The University of Central Florida is minutes away, which suits families visiting a student, and Waterford Lakes Town Center is within driving distance. Pets are accepted and parking is on site.
Drury Plaza Hotel Orlando - Disney Springs Area
Orlando
2,994 reviews
Family-friendly hotel with a pool, hot tub, and easy Disney Springs access
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThis is an easy choice for a Disney trip with children. Family rooms give more space than a standard room, the included buffet breakfast saves a stop before the parks, and the outdoor pool and hot tub fill the afternoons between visits. Disney Springs, with its shops and restaurants, is close by for evenings out. On-site parking helps families with a rental car, and pets are accepted if the dog travels with you.
Home2 Suites By Hilton Orlando South Park - Near Epic Universe
Orlando
326 reviews
Spacious, pet-friendly suites with a year-round outdoor pool and daily breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would pick this Home2 Suites for an Orlando family stay with a year-round pool and a free breakfast. Guests rate it 9.3 across 326 reviews, a strong result on a good sample. Rooms have sofa beds, flat-screen TVs and free WiFi, a year-round outdoor pool, a fitness center, a sun terrace and an outdoor fireplace are on site, and a continental buffet breakfast is served daily. Pets are welcome, and the city center is 11 km away.
ette luxury hotel & spa - Near Disney Theme Parks
Orlando
1,103 reviews
Five-star comfort with a saltwater pool and full spa near Disney
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA saltwater swimming pool, a sun terrace and a garden give families a calm counterpoint to the theme parks at the ette luxury hotel & spa in Orlando. Rooms are spacious and air-conditioned, some with garden or city views. Parents can book beauty treatments at the full spa or use the fitness center, and the modern restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine. Access from I-4 is easy and parking is on site, which simplifies park days by car.
The Alfond Inn
Orlando
194 reviews
Outdoor pool and southern dining near Rollins College and Park Avenue
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Alfond Inn is in Winter Park, just north of Orlando, 650 meters from Rollins College, which suits families visiting the campus or wanting a calmer base than the theme-park corridor. The outdoor pool is the children's afternoon spot, and nearby Park Avenue offers shops and restaurants for an easy evening stroll. Hamilton's Kitchen serves southern-style cuisine on site, each room has a refrigerator and coffee-making facilities, and pets are welcome. Guests rate it 9.2 from 194 reviews.
Hampton Inn Lake Buena Vista / Orlando
Orlando
903 reviews
Pet-friendly resort with pool, hot tub, and complimentary breakfast
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFor a Disney trip, this Hampton Inn in Lake Buena Vista is practical: it lies 2.4 km from Walt Disney World Resort, with SeaWorld Orlando also nearby, so park days start with a short drive. The free breakfast gets everyone out early, and the pool and hot tub are there for the late afternoon when legs are tired. The concierge can help plan outings, and pets are accepted, which is uncommon this close to the parks.
Drury Inn & Suites Orlando near Universal Orlando Resort
Orlando
2,207 reviews
Universal Partner hotel with free breakfast and nightly reception
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFamilies heading to Universal Orlando are about 2 km from the parks, and the hotel offers theme park package services as a Universal Partner Hotel. The free hot breakfast covers mornings before the parks, and the nightly reception with food and drinks can stand in for an early dinner with tired children. The pool and hot tub fill the evenings, and Restaurant Row offers plenty of choices nearby. On-site parking helps with a rental car.
Hyatt House Orlando Airport
Orlando
1,819 reviews
Family-friendly rooms with a pool, fitness center, and airport shuttle
Check availabilityWhy guests love itA free shuttle to Orlando International Airport is what I would value most at the Hyatt House with children in tow: no taxi to organise after a long flight. Family rooms keep everyone together, and the pool and sun terrace give the children a swim before or after the parks. The outdoor fireplace makes a pleasant evening spot, and the restaurant and bar save a drive for dinner. Pets are accepted. A score of 9.2 across 1,819 reviews is excellent.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando Airport
Orlando
434 reviews
Kitchenettes, outdoor pool, and free airport shuttle near Orlando Airport
Check availabilityWhy guests love itTownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando Airport suits families with an early or late flight: it lies 5 km from Orlando International Airport and runs a free shuttle. Each room has a fully equipped kitchenette and a sofa bed, so children get their own bed and meals are easy. The outdoor pool is open all year and the outdoor fireplace is pleasant in the evening. Parking is free, which helps if you pick up a rental car, and pets are welcome.
Home2 Suites By Hilton Orlando Near UCF
Orlando
377 reviews
Pet-friendly suites with kitchens and a saltwater pool near UCF
Check availabilityWhy guests love itEvery suite at the Home2 Suites Orlando Near UCF has a full kitchen and a sofa bed, which gives families space and the option of meals in the room. The saltwater pool and the sun terrace fill the afternoons, and the outdoor seating area has barbecue facilities for an easy dinner. Breakfast is complimentary, parking is free and pets are accepted. The University of Central Florida is close, handy for campus visits on the east side of Orlando.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Downtown
Orlando
644 reviews
Downtown Orlando suites with an outdoor pool and pet-friendly policy
Check availabilityWhy guests love itSuites with a fridge and microwave are why I would point families to the Embassy Suites Orlando Downtown: snacks, milk and simple meals stay at hand. The free cooked-to-order breakfast saves a stop before the day starts, and the outdoor pool is welcome in the Florida heat. Parents get a free evening manager's reception. The hotel sits just off I-4, the main road toward the parks. Pets are accepted. A score of 8.7 across 644 reviews is solid.
Rosen Plaza Hotel Orlando Convention Center
Orlando
1,714 reviews
Sky bridge to the Convention Center, with a pool and pet-friendly rooms
Check availabilityWhy guests love itPointe Orlando's shops and restaurants are a short walk from the Rosen Plaza, which I like for families when one parent is at the Orange County Convention Center, reached by sky bridge. The pool and hot tub cover afternoons, and four dining options, from casual to more refined, avoid the same meal twice. Pets are accepted. Theme park and airport transfers cost extra, so I would budget for them. A score of 8.6 from 1,714 reviews is solid.
Local tips
- 1Choose your area by plan: Lake Buena Vista and Disney Springs for Disney, Restaurant Row for Universal, International Drive for the convention center.
- 2Book the Hyatt House Orlando Airport for a first or last night; its listing states pet-friendly policies and it runs a free airport shuttle.
- 3Ask each hotel about weight limits and pet fees before booking, as the listings on this page do not detail them.
- 4Pick the Embassy Suites downtown if you want a suite with a fridge and microwave for pet food and quick meals.
- 5Plan park days so you can return midday; hotels near Disney Springs and Lake Buena Vista keep that drive short.
- 6Use the sky bridge at the Rosen Plaza to reach the Orange County Convention Center without moving the car.