Treating four-legged companions like family is becoming standard at Philadelphia-area hotels and restaurants. In honor of National Pet Month this May, we’ve rounded up pet-friendly hotel packages, dog-friendly menus, and amenities designed to make furry visitors feel right at home. From chef-prepared pup meals to luxury stay packages that include personalized dog name tags, pet portraits, and curated city guides, offerings at Ghost Light Inn and Stella of New Hope, Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, Seaview Hotel & Golf Club, Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia and Square 1682, Urban Farmer Philadelphia, and Little Walter’s showcase thoughtful touches that enhance every K-9’s stay or dining experience.
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Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia, the stylish boutique hotel located on the nation’s most historic square mile and adjacent to Philadelphia’s Independence Hall, makes it easy for guests to explore Old City alongside their four-legged companions. The pet-loving property welcomes pets of all sizes at no additional charge and provides thoughtful amenities including pet beds, food and water bowls delivered to the room, disposable pick-up bags, and nearby areas for pets to stretch their legs.
For an enhanced stay, guests can book the Bark Package, which includes doggie bags, a pet care kit, and an exclusive dog bandana for their pup, along with a self-guided walking tour of Old City designed for pets and their humans to explore together. The package also includes a $25 donation to the National Trust for Historic Preservation, adding a charitable component as guests and their pups discover the neighborhood.
433 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA | 215.925.2111| Website | Instagram | Facebook
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Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia, a stylish boutique hotel steps from Rittenhouse Square, welcomes four-legged guests with open arms and no additional fees. The pet-friendly property allows any number of pets with no size or weight restrictions, ensuring furry companions can enjoy the stay just as much as their humans. Amenities include pet beds along with food and water bowls delivered directly to the room, complimentary disposable pick-up bags, and easy access to nearby pet exercise areas such as Rittenhouse Square and Schuylkill River Park.
For an extra-special stay, guests can book the Pampered Paws Retreat package, which includes overnight accommodations, a welcome “Bark”cuterie board with pet-friendly treats, a calming weighted blanket for pups, a curated guide to pet-friendly spots around the city, and a bottle of wine for the human companion. Additional playful upgrades include dog bathrobes and matching dog-and-human pajamas.
117 S 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA | Website | Instagram | Facebook
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Ghost Light Inn, New Hope, Pennsylvania’s 12-room boutique hotel overlooking the Delaware River, and its in-house restaurant Stella of New Hope, a modern American restaurant and bar celebrating local flavors, go the extra mile for four-legged family members. Named after owner Sherri Daugherty’s one-eared rescue pit bull, Stella reflects the owner’s deep love of dogs—an ethos carried throughout both businesses. Together, Ghost Light Inn and Stella of New Hope have become a destination for travelers looking to treat their furry companions to a luxury staycation complete with chef-prepared meals.
Ghost Light Inn offers a Dog Lover’s Delight Package, featuring a curated doggy welcome basket filled with special treats and essentials upon arrival. Available Wednesday through Sunday for $300 (in addition to the room rate), the package includes:
- Ghost Light Inn Dog Collar
- Personalized Dog Name Tag
- Leather Potty Bag Pouch
- Doggy Bandana
- Dog Treats from a Local Pet Bakery
- Gift Certificate for a Pet Portrait by L.E Arts, LLC
- Pet-Friendly Local Guide for Things To Do
- Pet Fee for Your First Night
The Dog Lover’s Delight Package also includes a reservation at Stella of New Hope, where dogs are welcome to join their owners for dinner. Stella’s Pup Menu features three chef-prepared options for canine guests: Ground Beef ($10), Chicken ($11), and Salmon Belly ($14), each served with farro and English peas. Proceeds from the Pup Menu are donated to Animal Alliance, a New Jersey nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating homeless animals.
To book a reservation at Ghost Light Inn and learn more, please visit their website.
50 S Main Street, New Hope, PA | 267.240.7131 | Website
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Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, the upscale lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Center City, welcomes up to two four-legged companions to join guests during their stay in the city. Upon arrival, pets are greeted with a bowl, a dog treat, and an in-room dog bed to help them feel right at home. Conveniently located less than five minutes from Rittenhouse Square—the neighborhood’s go-to dog-walking destination—Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, offers the perfect spot for furry companions to sit and stay for a while.
For more information on the hotel’s pet-friendly offerings at Hyatt Centric Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia, click here.
1620 Chancellor St. Philadelphia, PA | 215.985.1234 | Website | Instagram
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Little Walter’s, Philadelphia’s acclaimed contemporary Polish restaurant and bar from Chef Michael Brenfleck, welcomes four-legged guests to join their humans on the restaurant’s outdoor patio. As the weather warms up, guests can enjoy Little Walter’s bold, modern take on Polish cuisine al fresco while their pups lounge comfortably beside them. The relaxed outdoor seating creates a lively, pet-friendly atmosphere perfect for gathering with friends over cocktails and dinner.
Hours of operation: Tuesday through Thursday 4pm – 9pm, Friday 4pm – 10pm, Saturday 5pm – 10pm, and Sunday 3pm – 8pm.
2049 E Hagert St, Philadelphia, PA | 267.239.2228 | Website | Instagram
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Seaview Hotel & Golf Club, the New Jersey Shore’s quintessential seaside resort located just outside Atlantic City and an hour drive from Philadelphia, provides the ultimate getaway for four-legged companions. Located just 20 minutes from Atlantic City and about 50 minutes from Philadelphia’s Center City, the historic property welcomes guests traveling with their dogs or cats for a relaxing family getaway or staycation. On property, Seaview’s Pine Barrens Trail winds around the edge of the resort’s Pines Golf Course, offering several miles of scenic trails ideal for long walks with canine companions.
To book a stay at Seaview Hotel & Golf Club, click here.
401 S New York Rd., Galloway, NJ | 609.652.1800 | Website | Instagram
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Square 1682, the modern American upbeat kitchen located on the ground level of the Kimpton Hotel Palomar, ensures four-legged guests can dine just as well as their humans with its Pupadelphia Menu. Available on the patio or through in-room dining for hotel guests, the playful menu features dog-friendly dishes inspired by Philadelphia favorites.
Hearty options include the Chewsteak ($12) with shaved ribeye and cheese, Bulking Season ($11) with grilled chicken, white rice, and Greek yogurt, and the Rittenhowl Burger ($9) with two beef patties. Lighter selections include the South Paw Salmon ($10) with spring greens, cucumbers, and strawberries, and the Pawfait Power Bowl ($10) with Greek yogurt, scrambled eggs, banana, and berries.
Hours of operation: Monday through Thursday 7am – 9:30pm, Friday 7am – 11pm, Saturday 8am– 11pm, Sunday 8am–2pm. Brunch is served Saturday (8am to 3pm) and Sunday (8am to 2pm), with happy hour Monday through Saturday from 4 to 6pm.
121 S 17th St., Philadelphia, PA | 215.563.5008 | Website | Instagram
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Urban Farmer Philadelphia, the modern American steakhouse located in the Logan Hotel known for its locally-sourced ingredients and in-house butcher shop and mushroom program, also caters to four-legged guests with a dedicated Puppy Menu. The menu is available on Urban Farmer’s outdoor patio and in the indoor cocktail space, as well as through in-room dining for guests staying at The Logan.
Executive Chef Sonny Ingui presents a menu of delectable bites for four-legged best friends including Pupetizers, Big Bark Bites, and a Doggy Dessert served in custom YETI bowls. Small bites on the Pupetizer menu include Homemade Dog Biscuits ($5), Two Strips of Thick-Cut Bacon ($3.50), and a Peanut Butter and Banana Bowl ($6). Entrées fall under Big Bark Bites, featuring Beef Tenderloin Bits ($13), Grilled Chicken Breast ($10), and a Puppy Patty ($9)—a four-ounce ground beef patty—each served with white rice. To finish the meal, the Doggy Dessert offers a Strawberry Banana “Ice Cream” ($7) made with frozen Greek yogurt and topped with a dog biscuit for a sweet, pup-approved treat.
To view the menu on Urban Farmer’s website, click here.
Hours of operation: Monday – Sunday 7am-11pm
1850 Benjamin Franklin Parkway | 215.963.2788 | Website | Instagram
