Traveling to Boston with a pet means more than finding a hotel that tolerates animals. These five hotels have documented fee structures, clear weight and number limits, and confirmed on-site or coordinated services for pets. The list spans luxury and boutique properties, ranked by the depth and transparency of each pet program.
How we selected these pet-friendly hotels in Boston
Every hotel here was selected based on three criteria: published or confirmed fee structure, stated limits on pet size or count, and at least one documented service beyond a basic welcome. Hotels that only say "pets welcome" without specifics did not make the cut. We also weighted programs where cats are accepted alongside dogs, since most hotel pet policies exclude felines entirely.
Price tier matters too. A traveler with a 60-lb dog and a boutique budget has different needs than someone booking a suite at a five-star property. This list covers both ends of that range.
Pet program comparison at a glance
| Hotel | Pet fee | Weight limit | Cats accepted | Max pets | Welcome amenity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XV Beacon | $75 per stay | No weight limit | Yes | 2 | Pet bed, bowls, treats |
| The Eliot Hotel | Per-night fee (no weight surcharge) | No weight limit | Yes | 2 | Pet bed and bowls |
| The Liberty, a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel, Boston | $100 per stay | 50 lbs | Not confirmed | 2 | Welcome treat |
| The Lenox Hotel Boston | Per-night fee (no weight surcharge) | No weight limit | Not confirmed | 2 | Waste bags, bowls |
| Hotel Indigo Boston Garden by IHG | $75 per stay | 80 lbs | Not confirmed | 2 | Welcome kit |
Before you book with a pet
- Call the hotel directly to confirm the current fee, since pet charges can change between booking and arrival.
- Ask whether your specific room type allows pets. Some hotels restrict pet stays to certain floors or room categories.
- If you have a cat, confirm acceptance before booking. Most Boston hotels that allow pets default to dogs only.
- Request a ground-floor or courtyard-facing room if your dog needs frequent outdoor access. The Public Garden and Commonwealth Avenue Mall are both within a short walk of several hotels on this list.
- Ask about veterinary contacts at check-in. Several hotels on this list can refer you to nearby clinics, but few publish that information in advance.
Walking your pet near these hotels
Boston's Back Bay and Beacon Hill neighborhoods give pet owners access to green space without a long detour. Boston Public Garden at the 4 Arlington Street entrance sits less than a 5-minute walk from The Eliot Hotel and The Lenox Hotel Boston. Commonwealth Avenue Mall, a tree-lined promenade running through Back Bay, connects several hotels on this list and allows leashed dogs.
For longer walks, the Charles River Esplanade runs along the river from the Museum of Science to the Hatch Shell, roughly 1.5 miles of paved path with grass areas. Dogs must be leashed on the Esplanade. The nearest access point from Beacon Hill properties is at the foot of Beacon Street near the Longfellow Bridge.
The hotels
XV Beacon
15 Beacon St, Boston, Massachusetts, 02108, Boston
9.4138 reviews
4 min walk to Park Street (Red/Green)XV Beacon accepts both dogs and cats with no weight limit, charges a flat $75 per stay rather than a nightly fee, and provides a pet bed, food bowls, and treats at check-in, making it the most complete documented pet program among Boston's independent luxury boutique hotels
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The Eliot Hotel
370 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston
9.12,065 reviews
5 min walk to Hynes Convention Center (Green)The Eliot Hotel accepts cats and dogs of any size, charges a per-night fee with a clear structure rather than a vague flat fee, and provides a pet bed and bowls in-room, giving travelers a transparent cost picture before they book
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The Liberty, a Marriott Luxury Collection Hotel, Boston
215 Charles St, Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, Boston
8.6148 reviews
3 min walk to Charles/MGH (Red)The Liberty's Marriott Luxury Collection pet program includes a documented $100 per stay fee, a 50-lb weight limit, and a welcome treat on arrival, with the Charles River Esplanade accessible via a 4-minute walk for exercise
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The Lenox Hotel Boston
61 Exeter Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02116, Boston
9.6302 reviews
Green Hotel Certification via Massachusetts Green Lodging Program3 min walk to Copley (Green)
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Hotel Indigo Boston Garden by IHG
280 Friend Street, Boston
9.21,121 reviews
2 min walk to North Station (Green/Orange)Hotel Indigo Boston Garden documents an 80-lb weight limit, a $75 per stay fee, and a welcome kit for pets, and its IHG brand standards give travelers a consistent policy framework backed by a major hotel group rather than ad hoc property rules
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Frequently asked questions
Which Boston hotels accept cats, not just dogs?＋
XV Beacon and The Eliot Hotel both confirm cat acceptance alongside dogs. Both have no weight limit and charge a flat or per-night fee that applies to cats as well. The other hotels on this list have not confirmed cat acceptance, so call ahead if you are traveling with a feline.
Do any of these hotels have a weight limit for pets?＋
XV Beacon, The Eliot Hotel, and The Lenox Hotel Boston all have no stated weight limit. The Liberty caps pets at 50 lbs, and Hotel Indigo Boston Garden allows pets up to 80 lbs. If you have a large dog, XV Beacon or The Eliot Hotel give you the most flexibility.
What is the typical pet fee at Boston hotels?＋
Fees on this list vary by structure. The Eliot Hotel and The Lenox Hotel Boston charge a per-night fee, which adds up faster on longer trips. The Liberty charges a flat fee per stay at the higher end of the range. XV Beacon and Hotel Indigo Boston Garden charge a mid-range flat fee per stay. Factor the length of your trip into your total cost comparison.
Are there parks or green spaces near these hotels for walking dogs?＋
Yes. Commonwealth Avenue Mall runs directly past The Eliot Hotel and is a 5-minute walk from The Lenox Hotel Boston. Boston Common and the Public Garden are a 3-minute walk from XV Beacon. The Charles River Esplanade is a 4-minute walk from The Liberty and a 10-minute walk from Hotel Indigo Boston Garden. All require leashes.
Can I leave my pet alone in the room?＋
Policies vary by hotel. Most properties on this list allow pets to be left unattended in the room for short periods, but some require pets to be crated. Confirm the specific policy when you book, and ask about dog-walking referrals if you need someone to check on your pet during the day.
Which of these hotels is closest to a subway station?＋
Hotel Indigo Boston Garden is the closest, a 2-minute walk, roughly 0.1 miles, from North Station on the Green and Orange Lines. The Liberty is a 3-minute walk, 0.15 miles, from Charles/MGH on the Red Line. The Lenox Hotel Boston and XV Beacon are both a 3 to 4-minute walk from Copley and Park Street stations respectively.
