15 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels In Asheville, North Carolina, USA - Updated 2024

Jing
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Pet-friendly hotels in Asheville, North Carolina have addressed the most underrated concern among travelers - their fur babies. They actually call these dogs and/or cats not as pets but as fur babies. Not caged. Not on a leash. Just carried around like actual babies. Then again, there are kids who tag along with their parents on the condition that the family pet comes along for the weekend. With more and more hotels becoming sensitive to these pet needs, it eventually got spread around through word-of-mouth that even the upscale hotel brands have found ways to make their properties “pet-friendly”. Read on to see which hotel suits your needs best. Here is a list of the top pet-friendly hotels in Asheville, North Carolina.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and pet-friendly rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on December 20, 2024.

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1. The Residences at Biltmore (from USD 139)

Escape to his cozy hotel, offering a selection of pet-friendly condos for furry friends weighing under 40 pounds (18.14 kilograms) for 100 USD. Embrace comfort with premium bedding, air conditioning, and thoughtful amenities such as free Wi-Fi and in-room safes. Dive into relaxation at the seasonal outdoor pool and enjoy the added convenience of free self-parking.

Indulge in delightful American cuisine at the onsite restaurant, Azalea Bar & Kitchen, and pamper yourself with spa services or a workout at the gym. To ensure a seamless stay, kindly inform the reservationist about your beloved pet companion.

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The Residences at Biltmore

Address: 700 Biltmore Ave
2.91 km (1.9 mi) from Biltmore

2. Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel (from USD 105)

Discover a pet-friendly oasis at Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel, where your furry companion is embraced with warmth and hospitality. With its central location and friendly staff, this hotel is the perfect choice for your Asheville getaway. Indulge in comfort and convenience with premium bedding, laptop-friendly workspaces, and complimentary Wi-Fi in all 278 well-appointed rooms.

Start your day with a delectable buffet breakfast at Writers Bistro, renowned for its delightful brunch and happy hour offerings. Unwind in the inviting hot tub, take a refreshing dip in the indoor pool, or explore the nearby shopping options. Your pet is welcome too, with a non-refundable fee of 75 USD per stay or 50 USD per night for furry friends weighing up to 50 lbs (22.68 kgs).

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Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel

Address: 31 Woodfin Street
5.24 km (3.3 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Family rooms

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Asheville Westgate, NC (from USD 141)

This hotel is an ideal place for weekenders that would like to take time off from the hustle and bustle of the city without worrying anymore that they have to leave their fur baby behind. In short, it’s a pet-friendly hotel. Sometimes you just want to spend some me-time with your dog strolling along the Blue Ridge Parkway where this property is found. Two restaurants are also found close to this hotel. One, Jason’s Deli, is within walking distance. The other, Isa’s Bistro, is within driving distance. If you’re driving from the airport, Country Inn & Suites is only 17.5 km (10.8 miles) away.

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Asheville River Arts District

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 22 Westgate Parkway
4.39 km (2.8 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Business centre Laundry Facilities for disabled guests

4. Four Points by Sheraton Asheville Downtown (from USD 102)

This pet-friendly hotel will make you feel as if you’re staying in a bed and breakfast in Asheville, North Carolina. Chances are you would want to do your Friday Divine Mercy prayers in the church or meditate when you plan to visit for the first time. And if it is your first time to visit a Catholic church, making a wish in front of the altar is highly recommended, even just for the kicks if you’re not even Catholic! You then see yourself coming back to your hotel room refreshed with all that spiritual energy.

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Four Points by Sheraton Asheville Downtown This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.

Wifi Available

Address: 22 Woodfin Street
5.24 km (3.3 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km)

5. Best Western Asheville Tunnel Road (from USD 134)

Located on Tunnel Road, this pet-friendly hotel gets booked for having clean, odorless amenities. Like none of that dog/cat smell in your unit the moment you choose to sleep the jet lag away first, before strolling around the area. Weekenders book a night or two in this place if there is some major event going on at the Memorial Stadium for them to attend. It is almost 3 km (1.8 miles) away, very convenient to reach by foot. Walking with your dog to the nearby malls makes it easy for you to buy some souvenirs and trinkets before heading home.

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Best Western Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway

Wifi Available

Address: 501 Tunnel Road
5.73 km (3.6 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Pets allowed 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Golf course (within 3 km) Non-smoking rooms Business centre Laundry

6. Comfort Suites Outlet Center (from USD 104)

This dog-friendly accommodation in Asheville is one of the easiest to get into if you’re driving along Interstate 26 right on Brevard Road. Weekenders book a night here to be within driving distance from the North Carolina Arboretum, the Biltmore Estate and the Memorial Stadium. Kids like going there. You just need to verify if that place allows pets like the hotel. Food joints are within walking distance. So strolling with your fur baby on the way to either Apollo Flame Bistro or Stone Ridge Tavern won’t take much of your time.

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Comfort Suites Outlet Center This is a Proud Certified property where you can be extra sure of a welcoming stay.

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible Visual Aid: Braille

Address: 890 Brevard Road
4.75 km (3.0 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Non-smoking rooms Business centre Laundry

7. Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville (from USD 121)

This dog-friendly hotel in Asheville, North Carolina, is the place to stay if you prefer a luxurious and pet-friendly vacation at the same time. Check out the fine print for additional charges related to having your fur baby accompany you to your suite. Also, travelers preferred this hotel since they have airport shuttle ready to transport you from either the Asheville Regional Airport or the Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport. It is a walkable compound. So getting to the nearest mall or the Botanical Gardens won’t take much of your time. Strolling with your dog is highly recommended during the late afternoon, early evening time around sunset.

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Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, an IHG Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: 1 Resort Drive
4.89 km (3.1 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court

8. Aloft - Asheville Downtown (from USD 162)

This is a pet-friendly hotel in Downtown Asheville, North Carolina, that some weekenders would book for at least two nights to maximize their stay. This is the best spot possible if you plan to have a food trip on foot. When you have at least five restaurants readily accessible from your hotel apart from the restaurant within Aloft itself, you and your fur baby can be rest assured that your tummies will be full before calling it a day. Posana Restaurant is the food joint you better drop by if you prefer having your food prepared in a farm-to-table setting this side of downtown Asheville.

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Aloft Asheville Downtown

Wifi Available

Address: 51 Biltmore Avenue
4.61 km (2.9 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Pets allowed Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre Terrace Non-smoking rooms

9. Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown (from USD 152)

This is an eco-certified, pet-friendly hotel right on College Street, and you would love to book the weekend here and spend time with your fur baby. It’s the landmark you use on your GPS when you have the Botanical Garden and the shopping center on your itinerary. Walking your dog around the area, you may find yourself having dinner at Pack’s Tavern, the closest restaurant from the hotel. So close, it’s basically a stone’s throw away from the property. Spend the night here and enjoy a hearty brunch at the Pillar Kitchen right in the Hilton Garden Inn itself.

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Hilton Garden Inn Asheville Downtown

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 309 College Street
5.16 km (3.3 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

10. The Omni Grove Park Inn - Asheville (from USD 393)

Weekenders with a preference for mountain views from their suites should book The Omni Grove Park Inn - Asheville with their fur babies. It’s a pet-friendly hotel after all. Just make sure that you voice out your specifications to the hotel’s booking department as these rooms are of limited availability. Having walkways around the hotel help in strolling around safely with your dog in tow. You get to walk to the North Asheville Tailgate Market along the way to buy some souvenirs first and walk into the Curate Restaurant later to grab a bite, before calling it a night in your mountain-view suite.

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The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa - Asheville

Wifi Available Wheelchair accessible

Address: 290 Macon Avenue
7.82 km (4.9 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Tennis court

11. Hotel Indigo Asheville Downtown (from USD 104)

If you prefer booking in a hotel with an executive king-sized bed and a mountain view, Hotel Indigo is the place to go. Having your fur baby stay in a suite overlooking the best that Mother Nature could offer this side of Asheville, is a definite plus. Previous occupants highly recommend this hotel for individuals out to pray or meditate at the Basilica of Saint Lawrence first and have dinner at Rosetta’s Kitchen and the Buchi Bar later. This restaurant has attracted the vegan, gluten-free crowd. Some even arrive with their own fur babies for brunch!

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Hotel Indigo Asheville Downtown, an IHG Hotel

Wifi Available

Address: 151 Haywood Street
4.89 km (3.1 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

12. Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park (from USD 200)

Travelers book a couple of nights minimum at the pet-friendly Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park just to get to the Biltmore Square in a jiffy. It has everything even locals wanted for a town square - from the stadium-style movie theater to the concerts in the park. Since breakfast is already provided in your suite, walking your dog around on your way to the nearby restaurants sounds like a good idea. Grabbing a bit by the Brizz Wood Fired Pizza late in the morning would re-energize you for the next stroll. Then you walk all the way back to the Hilton and shop for a few trinkets and souvenirs before heading home.

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Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park

Wheelchair accessible

Address: 43 Town Square Boulevard
7.47 km (4.7 mi) from Biltmore

Parking Restaurant Pets allowed Room service Meeting/banquet facilities Bar 24-HOUR FRONT DESK Fitness centre

Other pet-friendly accommodations in Asheville

13. Tranquil log cabin for three with a hot tub and close to hiking trails

Stay in a secluded log cabin that boasts rustic and authentic cabin interiors with a hot tub for those keen on a staycation with a twist. This 400 sqft (37.16 sqm) cabin is big enough to accommodate three guests with one bathroom that has a clean and functional toilet, shower, and provided toiletries and shower essentials for guests’ ultimate comfort and convenience. There’s also a double bed, a queen bed, and an extra single for those traveling in pairs, as well as a remodeled kitchenette for access to cooking with readily usable kitchen appliances like an oven, grill, stove, a fridge, a coffee maker to name a few. Just 8.6 mi (14 km) from Biltmore Estate, and 6.2 mi (10 km) from the Orange Peel, this homestay is one to consider with exciting things to do when visiting North Carolina.

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13.6 km (8.5 mi) from Biltmore
282 reviews   Wifi Available
cabin 3 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 3
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Host:
We could not have been happier
the ihome alarm clock and noise maker and let me tell you about the bed
Good time to keep all of us together for good ole family time
Well stocked cozy had a great time
We were so happy to find the hot tub already heating up when we got there
Location:
Perfect setting Close to alot of activities but very secluded
this cabin is the location Close to the Blue Ridge Parkway and downtown Asheville
has that secluded feeling but is only a ten to fifteen minute easy drive to downtown Asheville
This is a great location
you can get to everything from here
Cleanliness:
The water doesn't have that bad of a smell which I was worried (I'm sensitive to smell too)
Property was exactly as advertised
Amenities & Room:
Very well appointed with enough comforts to be cozy
The cabin is in the perfect location-
The cabin had everything we needed and we loved the private hot tub
The cabin is well stocked with all the utensils you might need
The best selling point of
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14. Romantic getaway home for couples with a hot tub and fireplace in Asheville (from USD 258)

Take a few days off or enjoy your romantic getaway by driving up to Asheville, North Carolina and book a few days at this one of a kind VRBO listings. Stay in a 1030 sqft (95 sqm) home with everything you could need, from a spacious and clean kitchen complete with updated cookware and electric appliances to a comfy bedroom with a queen bed topped with luxury linens and a large dresser. There’s also access to wifi, cable TV, and a sound system for those who wish to blast some music for an enjoyable staycation indoors. For those keen on exploring the area, apart from hiking trails all over Asheville, guests may also visit attractions like The Orange Peel, and Biltmore Village, both just less than 10 mi (16 km) from the property.

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Asheville, North Carolina, United States
10.85 km (6.8 mi) from Biltmore
PRIVATE VACATION HOME 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Top guest reviews
Host:
communication with the owner was super easy too
Location:
comfy and welcoming close to allin asheville
amazing property the location was perfect and within a short trip to everything in asheville
we also really enjoyed the location of this property
great location inexpensive uber to downtown asheville
Cleanliness:
the rooms were very clean and organized
super clean every detail looked after to make for a easy comfortable stay
the place was very clean and the property manager was great in our correspondence
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15. Secluded two bedroom, two bathroom sanctuary for eight people in Asheville

Grab the opportunity for a cabin getaway in beautiful Asheville with everything you would want and need in a cabin home. Complete with two queen bedrooms and a pullout in the living room for those traveling with last-minute company. This rustic cabin home is also very homey with interiors that are pet-friendly and child-friendly. For those planning to bring their dogs, this is a great location as the house has a wide backyard that leads to the woods for active and furry friends to run around. Guests of up to eight people are welcome in the cabin and gain full usage of basic indoor amenities from cable TV, wifi access, air conditioning, to the kitchen and its electric appliances, balcony and patio, as well as the fireplace to name a few. This hidden gem of a property is close to some popular attractions like the Biltmore Estate, just 7.8 mi (12.55 km) from the cabin to be exact.

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11.79 km (7.4 mi) from Biltmore
240 reviews  
House 8 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Host:
The grocery store is very close as well as the Blue Ridge Parkway and hiking The property owner was excellent at answering our questions ahead of time
Very clean and convenient to restaurants and the highway Owner very friendly and helpful Would definitely stay there again
We had a wonderful experience Definitely will be back
Outstanding A lovely and tranquil home and property
We had a wonderful stay and felt that the property was immaculately clean and tidy Nice natural light throughout space and easy to spread out Keep an eye out for mama bear and her cubs in the woo...
Location:
Great location near the Blue Ridge Parkway and downtown Asheville
Peaceful quite location only 20 minutes from downtown Asheville which was a plus
Easy drive downtown Looking forward to planning another trip
A wonderful house and experience - five minutes from downtown and yet surrounded by woods and streams
Very close to the Blue Ridge Parkway where we leaf xEDxBDx81 peeped and also an easy drive to downtown Maggie
Cleanliness:
the cabin is very clean and well stocked
Amenities & Room:
yet close enough to town to do anything
the fireplace makes it super cozy
All that was promised and more
the surrounding trees make the location totally private
Easy to rent and easy to find Lovely place
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Travel with your fur baby

Having your pet should not be a hindrance to exploring the world. It might even inspire you to go out more often as some dogs need the sun and the exercise, like walking around downtown Asheville. Just a reminder that being pet-friendly hotels does not automatically mean free services. So make sure to read the fine print. Also, the label “pet-friendly” is not a substitute for letting your dog or cat roam around the area unsupervised. The true mark of a responsible pet owner is knowing how to utilize the pet-friendly facilities in any of these hotels listed to the benefit not only of the fur baby but also of the person booking the night. Have fun traveling with your pet.

Frequently asked questions about pet-friendly hotels in Asheville, North Carolina


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