More than 60 pet-friendly hotels and resorts in Scottsdale welcome furry members of the family to enjoy pampering, adventure, relaxation and dining in their proper place, right by their human’s side. Named the most pet-friendly city in the United States by WalletHub, Scottsdale offers everything from dog-welcoming accommodations and restaurant patios to scenic desert trails, parks and attractions where pups can join the fun.
WHERE TO STAY: FEE-FREE
The new Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas welcomes pets for free. The room can be equipped with a plush bed and clean-up bags, while water stations and treats help keep dogs energized. The resort can also provide recommendations for nearby off-leash desert parks, pet-friendly trailheads and dog-loving patios.
Old Town’s mid-century modern gem, Hotel Valley Ho, encourages travelers to bring four-legged friends along at no extra charge. Guests will receive a welcome pet amenity including dog treats, a bowl for water and food, pet clean-up bags and a ‘Pet in Room’ sign. A limited supply of elevated dog beds are also available on loan, allowing pets to sleep next to the bed. Conveniently located downtown, guests can take their pets for a walk around the property, Old Town Scottsdale or along the nearby Arizona Canal Trail.
Pets stay free at Paradise Valley’s iconic Mountain Shadows Resort Scottsdale in all resort guestrooms as well as select residences. Mountain Shadows will make cats and dogs alike feel at home with a bed, food and water bowls, bottled water, clean-up bags and a complimentary pet amenity upon request. Pets are also welcome on the patio at Rusty’s, the golf course restaurant.
Dogs and cats are welcome free-of-charge at the luxurious, casita-style guestrooms at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North, featuring nearby access to the expansive McDowell Sonoran Preserve with more than 200 miles of hiking trails. After exploring, the casitas and suites offer a refined retreat, many with plunge pools, fireplaces and outdoor showers, ensuring an unforgettable stay for every member of the family. Pets must weigh no more than 30 pounds and only two pets per room are allowed.
WHERE TO STAY: FOR A FEE (UNDER $100)
The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa welcomes two pets (dogs and cats) up to 40 pounds for a fee of $100. Four-legged guests are welcomed with a dog bed and gift bag at check-in, which includes clean-up bags, coupon for a complimentary dog treat at the on-site coffee shop, a list of local pet stores and a K9 dog bandana. For a fee, guests can add on a Furry Friends Amenity of signature Westin Kierland Happy Tails custom dog treats, a blanket, chew toys, bandana and extra clean-up bags.
W Scottsdale’s Pets Are Welcome program includes an exclusive W Hotels pet bed, a treat, a water bowl and a ‘pet in room’ door sign. Each night, pet parents pay a $20 pet fee, plus a $100 non-refundable cleaning fee for the duration of their visit. One pet, weighing no more than 40 pounds, is permitted per room.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa’s Royal Paws program features a dog menu, plush branded bed, bowl mat, water and tennis balls. The concierge will also provide a map of the best pet-friendly spots on property to play and explore, in addition to resources of nearby pet shops and veterinarians. For stays of up to six nights, there is a $150 fee, and for longer there is an additional $100 deep-cleaning fee. Pets must weigh no more than 50 pounds apiece, and two pets must weigh no more than 75 pounds combined.
Tucked into Old Town Scottsdale, Bespoke Inn is a charming bed-and-breakfast that’s also pet-friendly. The property welcomes up to two pets, per room, with no weight limit. A $50 fee applies for each pet, per stay.
Just north of Old Town Scottsdale, Hotel Adeline is a stylish boutique hotel with a lively pool scene. The hotel welcomes up to two pets per room with a 50-pound weight limit. A $75 pet fee applies per room, per stay.
Additional pet-friendly, world-class resorts in Scottsdale include:
- Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows
- ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection
- Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
- Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort
- JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa
- Sanctuary Camelback Mountain
- Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains
- The Hermosa Inn, a Boutique Hideaway
- The Phoenician and Canyon Suites at The Phoenician
- The Scott Resort & Spa
- The Scottsdale Resort and Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton
- Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia
WHERE TO EAT
In addition to pet amenities and services at Andaz Scottsdale Resort & Bungalows, order a meal from the Weft & Warp pet menu and enjoy 15% off the entire meal every Wednesday. Stop by The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa the first Sunday of every month for Pups on the Patio. Taking place at the outdoor bar and restaurant, Antidote, the resort offers menus for pups and people, dog tag engraving, games and photo ops.
O.H.S.O. Brewery is one of Scottsdale’s most dog-friendly breweries, welcoming pups on its spacious, misted patios. Dogs receive complimentary treats and water bowls, as well as a special dog menu with items like grilled chicken and burger patties.
Treat pups to a fresh Dog Bowl made with chicken and grains at Farm & Craft, where dogs are welcome on the spacious outdoor patio. Or head to Brat Haus in Old Town Scottsdale, where four-legged guests can enjoy the popular Pork-n-Chicken Haus Brat made just for dogs.
Cool off with a sweet treat from Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream where pups can enjoy a special ice cream-style frozen treat called a “dogster.”
Additional pup-friendly restaurant patios in Scottsdale include:
- Brat Haus
- Breakfast Club
- Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers
- Daily Dose Old Town Bar & Grill
- Diego Pops
- Farm & Craft
- Hula’s Modern Tiki
- Olive & Ivy Restaurant & Marketplace
- Postino Highland
- Sip Coffee & Beer House
- The Montauk
- Virtù Honest Craft
WHERE TO PLAY
Looking to commune with nature? Take the furry friend to Scottsdale’s McDowell Sonoran Preserve, totaling 30,500 acres of protected Sonoran Desert land featuring miles of untouched terrain, perfect for leisurely walks or heart-pumping hikes on leash.
Chaparral Park offers a three-acre, off-leash doggie area that includes grassy frolic zones, turf areas, seating (for people), play features and water fountains. More fun can be found at the city’s other two dog parks, Horizon Park and Vista del Camino Park.
The Arizona Canal Path is one of the longest multi-use trails – popular with pups – in Maricopa County, crisscrossing Scottsdale. Take Fido for a run or walk and stop at dog parks, and dog-friendly hotels and restaurants along the way.
