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Dog Friendly Hotels In Michigan’s Most Popular Cities

November 29, 2021

Finding dog friendly hotels can be a lot of work and overwhelming. You have to consider specific policies, pet fees, and weight limits in some cases. In this post, I’ve rounded up dog friendly hotels in Michigan to help you plan for your trip to one of Michigan’s popular cities!

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Tips for booking and staying in Dog friendly hotels

  • Check Pet Fees, Policies, Weight Limits, and even Breed Limitations: Remember to read the fine print. Some hotel policies list the pet fee per day and others list it per stay. You will find a lot of hotels have a weight limit of 50 pounds. Always double check directly with the hotel regarding their pet policy!
  • Request a First Floor Room: It’s not a bad idea to request a first floor room. It will make potty breaks a lot more convenient. If you aren’t able to get a room on the first floor, my suggestion is to not share the elevator with other passengers and your dog when possible. It may freak your dog out or other guests.
  • Bring Vaccination Records: Most hotels will require you to bring your vaccine records to prove that your dog is up to date on their shots. I’ve never been asked to show proof of this, but we always have them on hand just in case. You don’t want to get turned away because of this!
  • Always Confirm Your Room: Even if you book online and request a pet friendly room, always call after your reservation is placed to make sure there isn’t any miscommunication. The last thing you want is to show up with your dog and the hotel not have a dog friendly room booked for you.

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dog friendly hotels in Michigan

The following list of dog friendly hotels in Michigan are broken down by type and personal recommendations.

Pet policies are subject to change, so while I list certain pet fees here, please make sure to check with the hotel directly in case something has changed. I update this list frequently, but I am only human!

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Detroit

You won’t find very many dog friendly hotels that are also budget friendly in the downtown Detroit area. If you’d like to stay at a chain hotel, you’ll have to venture outside of the city. That said, if you are strategic about when you visit, you can get a decent price at some of the hotels listed below.

Best recommendation:

The Siren Hotel
The Siren Hotel
  • Boutique Hotel – 3.5 Star
  • Located in Downtown near the Fox Theater and Comerica Park
  • Pet Policy: One dog up to 50 lbs is welcome for no additional fee.
  • Best for budget, location, and no dog fee!
book now

Best luxury:

shinola hotel
Shinola Hotel
  • Luxury Hotel – 4 Star with 4 restaurants on site and a ton of amenities
  • Located in Downtown near Campus Martius and Detroit Opera House
  • Pet Policy: No Fee. 2 dogs allowed under 70lbs.
  • Pet Amenities: Canine to Five Daycare (You can drop your dog off and explore the city without them. They also offer a dog-walking service and special amenities like beds, bowls and treats for each pet during their stay.
  • If you’d like to live it up in Detroit, this would be the hotel for you and your pup!
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best for smaller dogs:

aloft detroit
Aloft Detroit at The David Whitney
  • Contemporary Hotel in the historic David Whitney building – 3.5 Star
  • Located in Downtown near Comerica Park and Detroit Opera House
  • Pet Policy: No Fee. One dog up to 40lbs.
  • Gorgeous hotel, this one is newer so it is a bit pricier.
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Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is very dog friendly! There are a few hotels in downtown that are dog friendly, and a decent amount of dog friendly chain hotels outside of the downtown area.

Best recommendation:

the morton hotel
The Morton Hotel
  • Apartment Style hotel – 3 Star
  • Located in Downtown near the Grand Rapids Art Museum
  • Pet Policy: No Fee! Very Dog Friendly (their logo is a dog!) Off-leash area, in room dog bed and food bowls provided.
  • Very welcoming for dogs, a little on the pricier side, but great amenities!
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Best luxury:

Canopy by Hilton
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
  • Luxury – 4 Star
  • Located in Downtown near the Van Andel Arena
  • Pet Policy: 2 Dogs allowed, up to 50 lbs. Pet Fee is $50.00 per accommodation
  • Amenities include: free rental bikes, rooftop bar, beer and wine tastings, and city views.
book now

Best budget:

Drury Inn and Suites
Drury Inn & Suites Grand Rapids
  • 3 Star
  • Located outside of downtown with free parking
  • Pet Policy: 2 Dogs allowed, up to 80 lbs. Pet Fee is $40.00 per accommodation, per stay.
  • Amenities include: 2 swimming pools, free breakfast and free drinks and hors d’oeuvres in the evening!
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Holland

Holland is a popular destination for the Tulip Festival in June and for the Dutch Village, both are dog friendly. You’ll find a couple of dog friendly hotels near Dutch Village and a few spread out that allow dogs as well. You can also stay in the very cute beach town of Saugatuck just south of Holland.

Best recommendation:

staybridge suites
Staybridge Suites Holland
  • 3 Star
  • Located near Dutch Village
  • Pet Policy: 2 Dogs allowed, up to 50 lbs. Pet Fee is $75.00 per accommodation, per stay.
  • Amenities include: free breakfast, free parking, outdoor terrace with firepits
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best Budget:

Country Inn & Suites
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Holland, MI
  • 3 Star
  • Located near Dutch Village
  • Pet Policy: 2 Dogs max. Pet Fee is $25 dollars per day, per accommodation.
  • Amenities include: free breakfast and free parking
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best outside of city:

Starlite resort – saugatuck
Starlite Resort
  • 2.5 Resort Motel
  • Located in Saugatuck which is a cute beach town, just south of Holland, roughly 15 minutes away from Dutch Village
  • Pet Policy: $25 per pet, per stay.
  • This is a cute little place, very affordable with great reviews!
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If you like camping, Holland State Park Campground would be a great option as well. No pet fee!


Traverse City

Traverse City is one of my favorite cities and I was so happy to share it with Kirby! You’ll find a handful of hotels that allow dogs, although the more “resort” type hotels do not. We personally love to stay at the campground with Kirby, but the hotels listed below are also great options.

best recommendation:

park place hotel
Park Place Hotel
  • 3 Star
  • Located on Front Street in downtown
  • Pet Policy: $20 per pet, per night
  • Great choice if you’d like to stay close to downtown. Free Parking and free airport shuttle.
book now

best budget:

comfort inn
Comfort Inn Traverse City
  • 2.5 Star
  • Located near Bryant Park, about a 5 minute drive from downtown.
  • Pet Policy: $20 per pet, per night
  • Great choice if you don’t mind not being right downtown. Free breakfast, free parking, and free airport shuttle.
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another budget friendly option:

Best Western Plus
Best Western Plus Traverse City
  • 3 Star
  • Located near downtown, around a 2 minute walk.
  • Pet Policy: $20 per pet, per night
  • Amenities: Free breakfast, free parking, and free airport shuttle. There are a few reviews noting that the hotel is strict about leaving your dogs in your hotel room alone.
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If you like camping, The Traverse City State Park Campground is a great option! Especially in the summer when hotel prices are crazy high! Dogs stay free.


Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor may not be a “destination”, but it is a popular city due to the University of Michigan and the annual Ann Arbor Art Fair. It also has a great downtown and is pretty dog friendly.

Best Recommendation:

The Kensington Hotel
The Kensington Hotel
  • 3.5 Star
  • Located near Briarwood Mall, roughly a ten minute drive to U of M Stadium.
  • Pet Policy: $35 per stay for up to 2 dogs under 45 lbs each
  • Great choice if you don’t mind not staying downtown and want a reasonably priced hotel.
book now

Best luxury:

The graduate hotel
Graduate Ann Arbor
  • 4 Star
  • Located in Downtown Ann Arbor, near the University of Michigan
  • Pet Policy: $25 per night, per accommodation
  • Beautiful chic hotel and very dog friendly. Free bike rentals, valet parking for $30.00 per day.
book now

Best budget:

The Hampton Inn
Hampton Inn Ann Arbor-South
  • 2.5 Star
  • Located near Briarwood Mall, roughly a ten minute drive to U of M.
  • Pet Policy: $25 per stay, per accommodation
  • Great option with a low pet fee if you don’t mind staying outside of the city. Free breakfast and free parking.
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Mackinac Island

Mackinac Island is a popular destination in the summer. It’s a great place for a getaway and transports you to another time! There are no cars on the island, making it a perfect place for dog friendly travel. Keep in mind, there is only one dog friendly hotel on the island and you will pay a pretty penny for it!

on the island:

mission point resort
Mission Point Resort
  • 3.5 Star – Resort Hotel
  • Located on the island, near The Original Mackinac Island Butterfly House
  • Pet Policy: $100 per stay, per accommodation
  • They are very dog friendly, with a specific dog friendly package called “Pooch at the Point”! Well worth it if you want to stay on the island with your dog.
book now

off the island:

quality inn – st. ignace
Quality Inn Saint Ignace
  • 2.5 Star
  • Located in St. Ignace. Roughly a 20 minute ferry ride to the island.
  • Pet Policy: $25 per night, per accommodation
  • No frills, but definitely budget friendly with free breakfast.
book now

I hope this list helps you narrow down dog friendly hotels in Michigan! Did I miss any that you think are better? Let me know in the comments below!


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