Pet-Friendly Hotels in Cleveland, Ohio
Cleveland is an easy city to visit with a dog if you pick the right district. Downtown holds the Convention Center, Public Square, the theater district and the stadiums, University Circle has the museums and the Cleveland Clinic, and the airport sits on the west side. Many hotels here allow pets, and several provide extras such as bowls and a pet basket. The hotels on this page are described as pet-friendly in their listings. I describe each as its listing does and I do not state fees or size limits, because the listings do not give them. Ask the hotel before you arrive with an animal.
Cleveland is a lakeside city with industrial roots, big museums, a theater district at Playhouse Square and sports venues clustered downtown. Its center is compact enough to walk, yet many visitors drive, so parking policies matter.
Pet-friendly stays from downtown to the airport
For a dog in Cleveland, the main questions are parking and walking. Most downtown hotels offer valet or garage parking, and a few are within walking distance of the stadiums and the convention center, which helps on game days. I list the hotels whose descriptions say pets are allowed and add what makes each one practical: a pool, a kitchen, a historic building or a spa. I stay with what is written and make no promises about dog beds or treats.
The Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown is the strongest pet-friendly choice in the city. It sits on East Sixth Street, two blocks from the Cleveland Convention Center, with valet parking, pets allowed, an indoor pool and a hot tub, and complimentary daily appetizers and beverages come with every stay, alongside rooms with a microwave and a refrigerator. It holds a 9.0 rating from 2,206 reviews. The Hampton Inn Cleveland-Downtown sits on East Ninth Street with valet parking and pets allowed, within walking distance of the Galleria Mall, the theater district and the Convention Center, rated 8.0 from 1,238 reviews.
Two hotels give extra care for pets. The Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade occupies the historic Victorian shopping arcade on Superior Avenue East, with valet parking, pets allowed with bowls and a pet basket provided, and a spa on site. FirstEnergy Stadium is a four-minute drive, and rooms feature wood paneling and vaulted ceilings unique to the building, rated 8.5 from 667 reviews. The Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown sits on Huron Road with valet parking, pets allowed and an on-site restaurant, Headliner Bar and Eatery, with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 1.6 kilometers away.
For game days and longer stays, kitchens help. ROOST Cleveland is an aparthotel on Prospect Avenue East with garage parking and pets allowed, a four-minute walk from Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse and 700 meters from Progressive Field, rated 9.0 from 393 reviews. The Residence Inn by Marriott Cleveland Downtown, also on Prospect Avenue East, offers valet or garage parking, pets allowed and full-kitchen suites a five-minute walk from Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, with a gym and a business center, rated 8.2 from 347 reviews. The Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown lists pets allowed, a saltwater indoor pool and a hot tub.
Two more suit other trips. The Residence Inn by Marriott Cleveland University Circle/Medical Center sits on East 101st Street with garage parking, pets allowed, an indoor pool and family rooms with kitchenettes, a practical base for a longer stay tied to the Cleveland Clinic or University Circle's museums, rated 8.6 from 484 reviews. The La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland - Airport North is three miles from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, with pets allowed and a complimentary breakfast of sausage, scrambled eggs and oatmeal, rated 7.3 from 1,859 reviews, a practical choice for an early flight.
A traveler's perspectiveFor a pet-friendly base downtown, I would choose the Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown: pets allowed, an indoor pool, a hot tub, valet parking and complimentary daily appetizers and beverages. For a stadium weekend with a kitchen, I would pick the Residence Inn by Marriott Cleveland Downtown, with full-kitchen suites five minutes from Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. My advice is to confirm pet rules first.
The Westin Cleveland Downtown - NEWLY RENOVATED
Cleveland
12 reviews
A newly renovated pet-friendly base near the arena
Check availabilityWhy guests love itRecently renovated, The Westin Cleveland Downtown sits on Saint Clair Avenue NE, and valet parking makes arriving with luggage and children easier. Rooms have a refrigerator for drinks and snacks plus a flat-screen cable TV, and a fitness centre is on site. Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse is a four-minute drive, handy for a family game night. Pets are allowed, with bowls provided, which helps families who travel with a dog.
Fidelity Hotel
Cleveland
140 reviews
Five-star comfort with pet baskets on East 6th Street
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe family dog gets a warm welcome at the Fidelity Hotel, with bowls and a basket provided, and the concierge and 24-hour front desk help with tickets and plans for downtown Cleveland. The modern restaurant serves American food with vegetarian and gluten-free options, useful for families with dietary needs. A fitness center and a bar are on site. Parking is valet only, so I would plan for that if you drive. A 9.2 score from 140 reviews is excellent.
Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown
Cleveland
2,206 reviews
Free daily appetizers with a pool and hot tub, two blocks from Convention Center
Check availabilityWhy guests love itComplimentary daily appetizers and drinks are a real plus for families at the Drury Plaza Cleveland Downtown, often enough for a light early dinner with children. The indoor pool and hot tub keep everyone happy after a day downtown, and rooms have a microwave and a refrigerator for snacks. Pets are allowed. Parking is valet, which I would factor in if you drive. With a 9.0 score from over 2,200 reviews, it is one of the safest downtown picks.
ROOST Cleveland
Cleveland
393 reviews
An aparthotel four minutes from the arena
Check availabilityWhy guests love itAs an aparthotel, ROOST gives families an apartment layout rather than a standard room, which helps on longer stays. Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse is a four-minute walk and Progressive Field about 700 metres away, so a Cavaliers or Guardians game needs no car. The Cleveland Convention Center is an eight-minute walk and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame about 19 minutes on foot. Garage parking is available, pets are allowed, and 393 reviews average 9.0.
Residence Inn by Marriott Cleveland University Circle/Medical Center
Cleveland
484 reviews
Kitchenette suites with an indoor pool near the Clinic
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFamily rooms with kitchenettes make this Residence Inn on East 101st Street a practical base for families on a longer stay linked to the Cleveland Clinic, or for several days among University Circle's museums. The indoor pool gives children something to look forward to whatever the weather, and some rooms have a city view. Pets are allowed, and garage parking is available. Downtown's stadium district is a drive away, so I would book it specifically for University Circle.
Hyatt Regency Cleveland at The Arcade
Cleveland
667 reviews
A Victorian arcade address with a spa and pet baskets
Check availabilityWhy guests love itThe Arcade itself is the attraction for families: the hotel occupies a Victorian shopping arcade on Superior Avenue East, and children usually enjoy the glass roof, balconies and wood-paneled rooms with vaulted ceilings. Pets are welcome, with bowls and a basket provided, so the family dog can come along. Valet parking simplifies arrival with luggage. FirstEnergy Stadium is about four minutes by car, handy for a Browns game with older kids.
Kimpton Schofield Hotel by IHG
Cleveland
200 reviews
A historic boutique stay steps from the ballpark
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFamilies heading to a Guardians game or a Cavaliers night can simply walk: Progressive Field and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse are both within 500 metres of the Kimpton Schofield. The historic building on East Ninth Street has a 20th-century theme that older kids may enjoy, and the family dog is welcome, with bowls provided. Parking is valet only, so I would plan for that if you drive in. Yoga mats in the rooms are a nice extra.
Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Tower
Cleveland
163 reviews
Marble bathrooms in the heart of downtown at Key Tower
Check availabilityWhy guests love itCleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Tower places families downtown, with the historic Arcade within a short walk for an evening stroll and the Cleveland Convention Center less than a mile away. Rooms have a seating area with a large chair and ottoman, which gives a bit of extra space, and marble bathrooms with rainfall showers. Pets are allowed, so the dog can come along, and valet parking takes care of the car.
Aloft by Marriott Cleveland Downtown
Cleveland
260 reviews
Lake-view rooms with a design-led feel downtown
Check availabilityWhy guests love itAloft Cleveland Downtown is a relaxed choice for a family city break, especially with a dog, since pets are allowed without fuss. The hotel stands on West 10th Street in the Warehouse District, within walking distance of the lakefront and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Rooms have designer bedding and Bliss bath products, and select rooms look out over Lake Erie, so ask for one when booking. Parking is garage or valet only, which adds to the bill.
Residence Inn by Marriott Cleveland Downtown
Cleveland
347 reviews
Full-kitchen suites five minutes from the arena
Check availabilityWhy guests love itFull-kitchen suites make this Residence Inn a sensible downtown base for families staying several nights: breakfast and simple dinners can happen in the suite, which helps with picky eaters and tight schedules. Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse is a five-minute walk along Prospect Avenue East, handy for a Cavaliers game or a concert. Pets are allowed, and a gym is on site. Parking is garage or valet only, so I would factor that in before driving downtown.
Hampton Inn Cleveland-Downtown
Cleveland
1,238 reviews
A walkable mid-range base on East Ninth Street
Check availabilityWhy guests love itEast Ninth Street puts the Hampton Inn Cleveland-Downtown within walking distance of the Galleria Mall, the theater district and the Convention Center, so families can explore downtown without a car. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is close by, a good outing with music-loving teenagers. Pets are allowed, which helps if the family dog travels too. Parking is valet only, so I would plan for that if you drive. It is a practical mid-range base.
Hotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown by IHG
Cleveland
799 reviews
Valet parking and a pet-friendly base near the Rock Hall
Check availabilityWhy guests love itHotel Indigo Cleveland Downtown sits on Huron Road, and valet parking makes arriving with children and luggage easier. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is 1.6 km away, a classic outing for families with music-loving teenagers. Headliner Bar and Eatery on site keeps dinner simple, and rooms include cable TV, an in-room coffee maker and a large work desk. Pets are allowed, useful for families travelling with a dog.
Metropolitan at The 9, Autograph Collection
Cleveland
128 reviews
Five-star comfort four minutes from both stadiums
Check availabilityWhy guests love itMetropolitan at The 9 sits on East 9th Street, a four-minute walk from both Progressive Field and Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, so a Guardians afternoon and a Cavaliers evening with the children need no car at all. The on-site restaurant keeps dinner simple between games, the fitness centre suits parents, and rooms have flat-screen cable TV. Pets are allowed, which helps families traveling with the dog, and valet parking takes care of the car.
Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Downtown
Cleveland
466 reviews
Saltwater pool and hot tub combined downtown
Check availabilityWhy guests love itAn indoor saltwater pool with a hot tub in the same space is rare in downtown Cleveland, and it is what I would book the Hilton Garden Inn for with children, especially in winter. Family rooms are practical rather than plush, with tea and coffee makers and a work desk. Carnegie Avenue keeps the Convention Center and the ballpark district within reach for a game day. Pets are accepted. The 7.6 score from 466 reviews is modest, so I see it as a pool-first choice.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland - Airport North
Cleveland
1,859 reviews
Three miles from the airport with a hot breakfast included
Check availabilityWhy guests love itCleveland Hopkins International Airport is three miles from La Quinta Airport North, which makes it a sensible stop for families with an early flight or a late landing. Breakfast is included, with sausage, scrambled eggs and oatmeal, so children eat before the airport run. Pets are allowed, useful on a road trip with the family dog. Rooms are simple, with a flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. I would keep it for one night around a flight.
The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland
Cleveland
20 reviews
Marble bathrooms and downtown views inside Terminal Tower
Check availabilityWhy guests love itI would book The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland for a family that wants a central address on Public Square. It sits on West Third Street within the Terminal Tower complex, with views of downtown Cleveland. Rooms have marble bathrooms and plush bedding, TURN Bar + Kitchen is on the ground floor, parking is on site and pets are allowed. Guests rate it 7.0 across 20 reviews, so the score is modest for the brand.
Local tips
- 1Confirm pet fees, weight limits and the number of animals per room with the hotel, since the listings do not state them.
- 2Ask about the pet basket and bowls at the Hyatt Regency, which the listing mentions, and ask other hotels what they provide.
- 3Choose a downtown hotel within walking distance of the stadiums on game days, so you do not face traffic and parking with a dog.
- 4Ask about valet and garage costs when you book, since many downtown hotels mention parking but not the price.
- 5Use the Cleveland Metroparks and lakefront paths for longer dog walks, by car or ride-share from downtown.
- 6Plan for lake-effect snow and cold in winter, and for hot, humid afternoons in summer: early and late walks are easier.