Pet-Friendly Hotels in Houston: Fees, Limits and 10 Verified Picks

Houston has no shortage of hotel rooms, but finding one where a 60-pound dog is a welcome guest rather than a problem takes more research than it should. These 11 hotels have a verifiable, published pet policy — fee, weight limit, and what actually arrives in the room — organized by neighborhood so you can pair the stay with the dog park you were planning to visit anyway.

The quick list

• No pet fee: Thompson Houston by Hyatt (Allen Pkwy, near downtown)
• Best pet menu: The Post Oak Hotel (Uptown) — roasted filet mignon, salmon and eggs, banana “a la Bark”
• Highest weight limit: C. Baldwin Hotel (downtown) and The Post Oak — 75 lbs per dog
• No stated weight limit: Hotel ZaZa at both Houston locations, La Colombe d'Or
• Best value fee: Westin Oaks at the Galleria — $50
• On-property dog park: Hotel ZaZa Memorial City

How we chose

Every hotel on this list has a pet policy published on its own official website or its Marriott, Hyatt, or Hilton profile page, confirmed as operating in October 2026. We recorded the fee, weight limit, number of pets allowed, and any meaningful restriction — such as whether pets can be left unattended. Hotels without a published policy, or whose sites blocked our access, were excluded even if booking platforms list them as pet-friendly. Fees and policies change: call the property directly to confirm before you book, and treat every dollar figure below as “typically” rather than a guarantee.

Downtown and Buffalo Bayou

Thompson Houston by Hyatt

Allen Parkway · 1717 Allen Pkwy · no pet fee · 2 dogs, 50 lbs max each · dogs only

Thompson Houston sits directly on Allen Parkway, which means the Buffalo Bayou Park trail system and the Sabine Street dog exercise area are steps from the hotel entrance. The hotel charges no pet fee; Hyatt notes a cleaning fee may apply at the hotel's discretion after checkout. Two dogs up to 50 pounds each are allowed. Food and water bowls are provided. Dogs may not be left unattended in the room.

Buffalo Bayou Park runs about 160 acres of trails and greenspace along the bayou, open daily from dawn to 11 p.m. Our Houston dog parks guide has the full off-leash rundown.

Best for: A medium-sized dog and an owner who wants trail access without a pet surcharge.

Four Seasons Hotel Houston

Downtown · 1300 Lamar St · fee: confirm directly · dogs and cats

The Four Seasons sits three blocks from Discovery Green, which has two dedicated off-leash dog runs — the Kinder Large Dog Run and the Harriet and Joe Foster Small Dog Run — open daily from dawn to dusk. The hotel provides food and water bowls on a branded placemat and a small toy on arrival. Rooms are serviced only when the owner is present. Because the official pet fee and weight limit varied across booking platforms, confirm both directly with the hotel before you book.

Best for: Downtown access with a quick walk to Discovery Green's two dog runs.

C. Baldwin, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown · 400 Dallas St · $100 per pet, non-refundable · 2 pets, 75 lbs max · dogs and cats

C. Baldwin is three blocks from Market Square Park, which has a dedicated double dog run — a large-dog pen and a small-dog pen — with water features and canine drinking fountains. The 75-pound weight limit is one of the highest on this list. Two pets are allowed per room, and the fee applies per pet. Dogs and cats both qualify.

More options in the area: our downtown hotels guide and dog-friendly restaurant patios guide for spots within walking distance.

Best for: Larger dogs and owners who want a walkable dinner after the dog park.

Galleria and Uptown

The Post Oak Hotel

Uptown · 1600 W Loop S · $150 + tax per stay · 2 dogs, 75 lbs max each · dogs only

The Post Oak is a Forbes Five-Star property, and the pet amenities reflect that ambition. Each dog gets a plush bed, food and water bowls, and dishware for the stay. The standout is the in-room pet dining menu: chef-prepared roasted chopped filet mignon, a salmon and eggs scramble, and a banana treat labeled “a la Bark.” Every dog checks out with a complimentary treat, toy, and bandana. A signed waiver is required at check-in.

For dining nearby, our Galleria and Uptown area guide covers the neighborhood, and hotels near the Galleria has side-by-side options.

Best for: Anyone who wants the most over-the-top dog stay in Houston.

Westin Oaks Houston at the Galleria

Galleria · 5011 Westheimer Rd · $50 per stay · 1 dog, 50 lbs max

At $50, the Westin Oaks has the lowest confirmed pet fee on this list. The stay includes Westin's signature Heavenly Dog Bed. One dog up to 50 pounds is allowed per room. The hotel is physically connected to the Galleria mall complex, so you can cover a lot of ground without leaving the building.

Best for: A Galleria trip with one dog under 50 pounds and a tight travel budget.

Museum District and Montrose

Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District

Museum District · 5701 Main St · $100 per pet, non-refundable · no weight limit · dogs and cats

ZaZa Museum District welcomes cats and dogs of all breeds and sizes — no weight cap — which is genuinely unusual in Houston. The fee is $100 per pet, not per stay. Pets are allowed in rooms, hallways, and the lobby but not in the restaurants or pool. Dogs must be crated if left alone in a room.

Ervan Chew Park on Dunlavy, one of the oldest off-leash dog zones in the Houston park system, is within walking distance. See our Museum District area guide for more on the neighborhood. The boutique hotels guide covers nearby alternatives.

Best for: Large-breed dogs or multiple pets, and anyone visiting the museum corridor.

La Colombe d'Or Hotel

Montrose · 3410 Montrose Blvd · $200 one-time fee · 2 dogs · dogs

La Colombe d'Or is a 1923 mansion converted into a five-suite boutique hotel with a restaurant and courtyard. Up to two dogs are allowed; the $200 fee covers the full stay. Pet beds, bowls, and treats can be arranged before arrival if you request them. No stated weight limit appeared in published policy sources. Ervan Chew Park is about a mile away. More on the area in our Montrose neighborhood guide.

Best for: A special-occasion stay in one of Houston's most distinctive properties.

Memorial City

Hotel ZaZa Houston Memorial City

Memorial City · 9787 Katy Fwy · $100 per pet, non-refundable · no weight limit · dogs and cats

The Memorial City ZaZa carries the same all-sizes, all-breeds policy as the Museum District location. This property has an on-property dog park with pet stations — the only hotel on this list with one. Memorial Park, with its 1,500-acre trail network and dedicated dog exercise areas, is about three miles east. The Memorial area guide covers the surrounding neighborhood.

Best for: Owners who want a dog park on-site, or those visiting west Houston.

Near Hobby Airport

Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport

Southeast Houston · 9100 Gulf Freeway · $150 non-refundable per stay · 2 pets, 45 lbs max · dogs and cats

For arrivals and departures through William P. Hobby Airport, this Marriott has the clearest confirmed overnight option with pets. The $150 fee covers the entire stay regardless of length. Two pets up to 45 pounds each are allowed. Veterinary care is available less than five miles away. It's the most practical choice in this part of the city rather than the most atmospheric, but the policy was verified directly from Marriott's official pet page — the most clearly sourced entry on this list.

Best for: Pre- or post-flight nights at Hobby Airport.

Worth the drive: The Woodlands

The Woodlands Resort

The Woodlands · 2301 N Millbend Dr · $100 non-refundable (stays up to 4 nights) · 2 dogs, 40 lbs max each

The Woodlands Resort sits on a 36-hole golf and nature campus about 30 miles north of downtown. The pet policy allows two dogs up to 40 pounds each; the $100 non-refundable fee covers stays through four nights, with an additional $100 deep-clean fee for five to fifteen nights. Dogs must stay on a leash or in a crate in all public areas; they're not permitted near pools, food and beverage venues, or golf courses. A $20 per-hour charge applies if a pet is left unattended and needs to be moved.

The Pampered Pup Package adds a dog bed, toy, and keepsake bowl to the room rate.

More on the area in our The Woodlands guide.

Best for: A weekend escape where the dog gets as much of a vacation as you do.

Dog parks and patios nearby

Every hotel on this list is within a few miles of an off-leash area. The most useful ones by neighborhood:

• Downtown and Allen Pkwy: Discovery Green (two off-leash runs), Market Square Park (large and small dog pens), Buffalo Bayou Park trails
• Galleria and Uptown: Danny Jackson Family Bark Park (~3 acres, two ponds), Levy Park in Upper Kirby
• Museum District and Montrose: Ervan Chew Park on Dunlavy
• Memorial City: On-property dog park at ZaZa; Memorial Park dog exercise areas nearby

For dog-friendly restaurant patios walking distance from these hotels, our Houston dog-friendly patios guide covers 10 verified options. The complete off-leash breakdown is in our dog parks in Houston guide.

Save this: booking checklist

• Call the hotel to confirm the current pet fee before you book — the figures above reflect published policies, but amounts change.
• Ask whether there is a weight check at check-in. Hotels with weight limits enforce them; a dog over the cap may be turned away.
• Find out if pets can be left alone. Thompson Houston and Hotel ZaZa require a crate; confirm the rule for your property.
• Pack current vaccination records. The Woodlands Resort requires them; others may ask.
• Request the nearest off-leash park from the front desk at check-in — most Houston parks have separate pens for large and small dogs.
• For longer Galleria-area stays, see exploring pet-friendly Houston and our full Houston hotels guide.

Last verified: October 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Which Houston hotel has no pet fee?

Thompson Houston by Hyatt on Allen Parkway charges no pet fee. A cleaning fee may apply at the hotel's discretion upon checkout. Two dogs up to 50 pounds each are allowed; pets cannot be left unattended.

Which Houston hotels accept large dogs over 50 pounds?

C. Baldwin Hotel (75 lbs max), The Post Oak Hotel (75 lbs per dog), Hotel Granduca (60 lbs), and both Hotel ZaZa locations (no stated weight limit) all accommodate dogs above the 50-pound threshold most Houston hotels use.

Do any Houston hotels offer a pet menu?

The Post Oak Hotel in Uptown offers a chef-crafted in-room pet dining menu with roasted chopped filet mignon, a salmon and eggs scramble, and a banana treat called "a la Bark." Order it through in-room dining.

Which Houston hotels accept cats?

Hotel ZaZa (both Museum District and Memorial City), Hotel Granduca, C. Baldwin Hotel, La Colombe d'Or, and Houston Marriott South at Hobby Airport all accept cats according to their published policies.

Are there pet-friendly hotels near downtown Houston?

Yes. Thompson Houston (1717 Allen Pkwy), Four Seasons Hotel Houston (1300 Lamar St), and C. Baldwin Hotel (400 Dallas St) are all downtown or on its edge, each with a published pet policy.

What is the pet fee at The Post Oak Hotel in Houston?

The Post Oak Hotel charges $150 plus tax per stay, with a signed waiver required. Up to two dogs weighing 75 pounds each are allowed. The fee includes a plush dog bed, food and water bowls, and a take-home treat, toy, and bandana.