Scottsdale is the nation’s most dog-friendly city, according to a 2024 study by WalletHub.com. Here, you’ll find an abundance of pet-friendly spaces like parks and trail systems, as well as restaurants and public places that welcome pets. Pets will also find luxe treatment at some of Scottsdale’s top resorts and hotels, including plush beds, treats, toys and doggy menu options. When it’s time for your next vacation, we think your furry friends will give these pet-friendly Scottsdale hotels and resorts four paws up.
Fairmont Scottsdale Princess
Talk about giving your pooch a pampered life — the “Pupcierge” at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess ensures you have everything you need to enjoy your stay and can assist in making arrangements for a pet-sitter or dog-walker. Expect complimentary food and water bowls, plush dog beds, treats, plush toys, bags with dispensers, and an in-room canine dining menu. The hotel asks that dogs be kept on leash when outside of resort rooms and suites, which will come in handy to keep them from chasing the unsuspecting ducks in the lagoon while walking around the grounds.
Doggone details: Friendly dogs and cats are welcome for an additional $50 per night. For all pets, a charge of $150 cleaning fee is applied per stay. In the event extra servicing to the room is required upon check-out, additional fees apply.
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain welcomes furry guests with an array of thoughtful, pet-friendly amenities as soon as they arrive at the property: a dog bowl, chew toy and dog treats, and a sign for their suite door to inform housekeeping that a pet is in the room. The expansive resort is set along 53 acres of desert for epic walks (with dog-friendly hikes located nearby), plus there’s a pet-friendly lawn located along the Mountain Casitas and Suites that offers convenient doggy disposal bags.
Doggone details: The property welcomes up to two cats or dogs of 50 pounds or less per pet. A one-time non-refundable deposit of $100 will be applied as a pet fee.
Mountain Shadows
Mountain Shadows has been catering to the likes of international globetrotters, vacationing families and Hollywood stars for decades — and furry friends are also treated like VIPs. Between the open courtyards, first-floor rooms that open onto grass lawns, pet-friendly amenities (you’ll receive a dog bed and water and food bowls), and convenient location near miles of walking paths, this boutique resort is an ideal stay for doggies to enjoy the lap of luxury.
Doggone details: Up to two pets per room are permitted and their stay is free.
Hotel Valley Ho
Your furry friend doesn’t need to be a fan of mid-century modern design to enjoy the lushly landscaped grounds of Hotel Valley Ho. The Valley Ho’s location in the Old Town's Arts District gives you plenty of options for strolls around the neighborhood, canal-side runs or dining out at any of the nearby pet-friendly restaurant patios. Welcome treats, bowls and waste disposal bags are available at the hotel's front desk, and designated relief areas are located around the property.
Doggone details: Up to two pets per room are permitted and their stay is free.
Royal Palms Resort & Spa
Treat your pup like the king or queen they are with a stay at the Royal Palms Resort and Spa. Nestled alongside scenic Camelback Mountain, this Spanish-style sanctuary features quiet gardens, lush lawns and beautiful tile mosaics to enjoy on your walks. The Royal Paws program includes branded amenities like plush beds, bowls and tennis balls. When it’s time to dine, hungry pups can order from the dedicated pet menu which features dishes like the Chew-Dité and Re-barkable Burger. Royal Palms’ concierge team will also provide a map of the best pet-friendly spots on property to play and explore in addition to a resource list with nearby pet shops, veterinarians and more.
Doggone details: For stays of up to six nights, Royal Palms charges a $150 pet fee; for stays of 7+ nights, an additional $100 deep-cleaning fee will be included. Pets must weigh 50 pounds and under or two pets must weigh 75 pounds combined at most.
Bespoke Inn Scottsdale
Bespoke indeed — the Bespoke Inn Scottsdale is a luxury boutique inn with just 10 rooms surrounding a private courtyard. Located in the heart of the Arts District, this cozy, intimate inn delivers top-tier service to guests (both two- and four-legged), while pets will enjoy their own amenities such as food and water bowls. Pups also can join their owners for patio dining at the property’s award-winning onsite restaurant, Virtú Honest Craft. Best of all, Bespoke Inn is conveniently located near some of the most dog-friendly places in Scottsdale, including the walking trails along the Arizona Canal and greenspaces like the Indian Bend Wash Greenbelt and Chaparral Dog Park.
Doggone details: There is a limit of two pets per room with a $50 per pet non-refundable fee; no weight restriction. Prior authorization for dog(s) must be requested prior to arrival and all dogs must be on a leash when in common areas.
