Philadelphia is an easy city to bring a dog to: Rittenhouse Square and Independence Mall give you green space right in Center City, and plenty of hotels take pets. The five here are compared on fees, weight limits and whether cats are welcome. The Kimpton Monaco leads the list: no pet fee, no weight limit, and cats are welcome.
What pet-friendly actually means at these hotels
The five here have published policies covering at least some of the details that matter: fees, weight limits, whether cats are welcome alongside dogs, and what's in the room when you arrive.
The two Kimpton hotels follow Kimpton's chain-wide pet policy: no fees, no weight limits, and cats welcome alongside dogs. The Four Seasons sets a 50 lb limit and two pets per room, and Loews takes cats with no weight limit; neither publishes its fee, but both provide in-room amenities. The Sofitel is pet-friendly with a welcome amenity, but publishes little else, so call before you book.
If you travel with a cat, check the Cats accepted column in the table. Only three of the five confirm it.
Pet program comparison across all five hotels
| Hotel | Star rating | Fee and weight limit | Cats accepted | Pets per room |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG | 4 | No fee, no weight limit | Yes | No limit stated |
| Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center | 5 | Fee not published; 50 lb limit | Not confirmed | 2 |
| Loews Philadelphia Hotel | 4 | Fee not published; no weight limit | Yes | 2 |
| Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG | 4 | No fee, no weight limit | Yes | No limit stated |
| Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square | 4 | Neither published | Not confirmed | Not disclosed |
Before you book with a pet
- Call the hotel directly to confirm the current pet fee. Published policies change, and a phone call takes two minutes.
- Ask whether your specific room type is pet-designated. Some hotels restrict pets to certain floors or room categories.
- If you have a cat, confirm acceptance when you book and again at check-in, especially at the two hotels that don't publish a cat policy.
- On SEPTA, plan on a closed carrier for small pets and check SEPTA's current pet rules before you ride. For a larger dog, a taxi or rideshare is simpler.
- The flat taxi fare from Philadelphia International Airport to Center City is $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger. Rideshare pickups at the airport are at Ride App/Zone 7.
The hotels
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG
433 Chestnut St.
9.21,287 reviews
2 min walk to 5th St/Independence Hall (L, Market-Frankford Line)No pet fee, no weight limit and cats welcome, plus a loaner dog bed, bowls and a pet menu on request.
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Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center
One North 19th Street
9.5213 reviews
8 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)Up to two pets per room with a 50 lb weight limit, in-room pet beds and bowls, and help finding a vet if you need one.
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Loews Philadelphia Hotel
1200 Market St
9.01,199 reviews
2 min walk to 13th St (L and T lines)The Loews Loves Pets program takes cats and has no weight limit, with a pet bed, bowls and a welcome treat in the room.
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Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG
117 S 17th St
9.0950 reviews
5 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)The same no-fee, no-weight-limit Kimpton policy as the Monaco, on South 17th Street a short walk from Rittenhouse Square.
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Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square
120 S 17th St
8.81,234 reviews
6 min walk to 15th St/City Hall (L, B and T lines)Pet-friendly with a welcome amenity, on South 17th Street steps from Rittenhouse Square for easy dog walks.
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Frequently asked questions
Which of these hotels accept cats?＋
Both Kimpton hotels here, the Hotel Monaco and the Hotel Palomar, accept cats with no fee and no weight limit. The Loews Philadelphia also accepts cats under its Loews Loves Pets program. The Four Seasons and Sofitel don't publish a cat policy, so call ahead if you're bringing a cat.
Do any of these hotels charge no pet fee at all?＋
The two Kimpton hotels, the Hotel Monaco Philadelphia and the Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, charge no pet fee under Kimpton's chain-wide policy. The other three don't publish their pet fees, so ask before you book.
Can I take my dog on SEPTA to reach these hotels?＋
SEPTA generally expects small pets to travel in a closed carrier, so check its current pet rules before you ride. For a dog that won't fit in a carrier, a taxi from the airport to Center City is a flat $32 for one passenger, plus $1 for each extra passenger, or use rideshare from Ride App/Zone 7.
Which hotel has the best location for walking a dog?＋
The Kimpton Hotel Palomar and the Sofitel Philadelphia are both on South 17th Street, a short walk from Rittenhouse Square, the neighborhood's favorite spot for dog walks. The Kimpton Hotel Monaco is a block from Independence Mall and its open lawns.
Does the Four Seasons Philadelphia accept large dogs?＋
The Four Seasons Philadelphia sets a 50 lb weight limit and allows two pets per room. Dogs under that limit are welcome, with an in-room pet bed and bowls, and the concierge can help find a vet and suggest walks, including along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
What is the hotel tax rate in Philadelphia?＋
Philadelphia's total hotel tax is 15.5%, added to your room rate at every hotel here.
