This New York landmark is one of the best pet-friendly hotels in the U.S.
The iconic New York City hotel, beloved by everyone from Eloise to the Beatles, just landed a spot on USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards list of Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in the U.S. for 2025. Coming in at No. 7, The Plaza doesn't just welcome pets; it elevates them to five-star status.
Located at the southeast corner of Central Park, this 1907 landmark makes a strong case for skipping the dog sitter. The property allows two dogs per room of any size (no tiny-teacup-only policy here) and charges no extra pet fee, an unexpected grace in a city where everything has a price tag.
The Plaza's Canine Companions Package includes food and water bowls, a plush dog bed and serious bragging rights. Beyond the suite life, guests are steps from Central Park, where pups can stroll, sniff and chase squirrels to their hearts' content. Need a break from the leash? The park's morning off-leash zones at nearby entrances make for ideal romping grounds.
Inside, humans can bask in the opulence that defines The Plaza: gilded fixtures, crystal chandeliers and afternoon tea under a stained-glass dome at The Palm Court. Your dog may not appreciate the Champagne Bar's caviar service, but they'll love curling up at your feet while you enjoy it.
And if you forget a treat or leash? No problem. The concierge can handle it. (Seriously.)
The Plaza's inclusion on the 10Best list places it in top-tier company with other luxe, pet-loving properties across the country, from beachfront stays in California to sprawling ranches in Montana. But only The Plaza offers pets the chance to live like Manhattan royalty—for a night or two, anyway.
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