Pacific Northwest

Pet-Friendly Hotels in Portland

Neighborhood parks, food culture and nearby outdoor adventures make Portland a natural pet trip.

Traveling to Portland with a Pet

Portland is easy to enjoy with a dog because outdoor time can be part of the normal sightseeing day. Downtown, the Pearl District and east-side neighborhoods each offer parks, food carts, patios and access to longer drives into the Columbia River Gorge or Oregon wine country.

Always verify the pet policy directly with the hotel before you book. Fees, pet limits, accepted animal types and rules about leaving pets unattended can change by property and room type.

Where to Stay

  • Pearl District for walkability and parks
  • Downtown for central attractions and transit
  • Eastside neighborhoods for breweries, food and a more local pace

Pet-Friendly Hotel Starting Points

Kimpton pet-friendly hotels

Kimpton has a strong pet-friendly presence in Portland.

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Best Western pet-friendly hotels

Best Western lists Portland among popular pet-friendly destinations.

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Tips for a Better Trip

  • Rain gear and a towel are useful for much of the year.
  • Confirm trail rules before taking pets into protected natural areas.
  • A car is helpful for side trips even if you stay mostly car-free in the city.

Before You Leave Home

Keep vaccination information, identification and your veterinarian's contact details easy to reach. For interstate travel, the USDA notes that individual states and territories can set animal-health requirements, so check the rules for your destination when planning a longer trip. USDA interstate pet travel information.

More Portland Travel Planning

For general destination information, events and visitor planning, see the official or primary visitor resource for Portland. You can also review our pet travel checklist, flying with pets guide and pet-friendly hotel chain guide.