Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Edmonton for Families
14 family-friendly hotels with pet friendly in Edmonton . Handpicked for families who want the best.
Pet-friendly hotels in Edmonton number fourteen among the nineteen we reviewed, meaning most family trips traveling with a dog won't have to narrow their options much. Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton/West publishes a fixed pet fee that depends on the length of stay, one of the few properties on this list that states its pet policy in exact numbers rather than a general allowance. Fairmont Hotel Macdonald and JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District both confirm pet-friendly status downtown, useful if the trip mixes a dog with a walkable location near Rogers Place. Weight limits and breed restrictions are rarely published by these hotels, so confirm those directly before booking.
Edmonton's river valley trail system, one of the largest urban park networks in North America, doubles as the city's default space for dog walking, which makes a hotel's location relative to the river more relevant for a pet-traveling family than it might be elsewhere. Downtown properties near the ICE District put a dog within reach of river valley access points along 100 Street, while suburban hotels near West Edmonton Mall sit further from that trail system and closer to residential streets instead.
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🐕Why Edmonton is Great for Hotels with Pet Friendly
Traveling with a pet changes the logistics of an Edmonton family trip more than most amenities, since it usually rules out transit-dependent plans and pushes a family toward properties with easy ground-floor access and nearby space to walk the dog. A pet-friendly tag alone doesn't guarantee a fee-free stay or an off-leash area on site, so the honest starting point is to treat this list as a first filter, then call each property to confirm cost and any breed or size restrictions before booking.
Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton/West is the only property here publishing exact pet fees, useful for a family budgeting the trip in advance rather than discovering the charge at checkout. Staybridge Suites West Edmonton by IHG pairs pet-friendly status with kitchenettes and a barbecue area, practical for a longer stay where feeding both the family and the dog without eating out every night matters. Properties offering free on-site parking, including Baymont by Wyndham and Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham, remove one more variable for a family loading a dog and luggage in and out of the car repeatedly.
This category is less about a child's age than about the dog's temperament and size, but a family with younger kids and a pet should prioritize ground-floor or elevator-accessible rooms for the fastest exit during a walk. Fairmont Hotel Macdonald and JW Marriott ICE District both sit close to Rogers Place and the river valley's edge, useful for older kids who can help walk the dog on their own, while suburban options near West Edmonton Mall suit families who'd rather drive to a dedicated dog-walking spot than rely on a downtown sidewalk.
Only Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton/West states its pet fee outright, with a published amount that depends on the length of stay, which gives families a concrete number to weigh against the room rate itself, not published here. Other pet-friendly properties on this list, including Canterra Suites Hotel and Campus Tower Suite Hotel, add a kitchen or kitchenette to the room, which can offset a pet fee elsewhere in the budget by cutting restaurant costs across a multi-night stay. Since none of the fourteen pet-friendly hotels publish a nightly rate here, the safest approach is to call ahead, confirm both the room price and any pet charge together, and compare that combined total rather than judging a property on the room rate alone.
Location decides how easy daily dog walks will be. Campus Tower Suite Hotel sits beside the University of Alberta, 500 metres from University LRT station, with the North Saskatchewan River valley trails close by, while Fairmont Hotel Macdonald and JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District put a family downtown near Rogers Place with river valley access points within reach. Staybridge Suites West Edmonton by IHG is the practical pick for a family splitting time between the dog and West Edmonton Mall, with full kitchenette suites, a terrace and an outdoor fireplace.
Parent's take
For a longer stay with a dog, I would book Staybridge Suites West Edmonton by IHG: its listing confirms pets are welcome and pairs that with a full kitchenette, a child-friendly buffet breakfast and an outdoor fireplace and terrace. If knowing the pet fee in advance matters to you, I would choose Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton/West, the one hotel here that publishes it, with an indoor pool and hot tub for the children.
Our Top 14 Picks
Hotels in Edmonton with pet friendly, sorted by guest rating.
Campus Tower Suite Hotel
Edmonton
Excellent
259 reviews
Campus Tower Suite Hotel sits adjacent to the University of Alberta campus, with a kitchenette in every suite, some with a wet bar, a flat-screen TV and iPod docking station. The 3-star, pet-friendly property offers an on-site restaurant and bar, fitness centre and free bicycles, with University LRT station 500 metres away and Edmonton International Airport 45 minutes away.
Why families love Campus Tower Suite Hotel
Families staying here get one of the most walkable university-area bases on this list, with University LRT station 500 metres away for reaching downtown without a car. The kitchenette in every suite and free bicycles add self-sufficiency for a longer stay. It's a campus-adjacent property first, so families wanting a resort-style pool should look elsewhere on this list.
Excellent
577 reviews
Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton St. Albert, Ab offers an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, sun terrace and water sports facilities, alongside family rooms with a refrigerator, microwave and work desk. The 3-star, pet-friendly property's restaurant serves American and Steakhouse cuisine with vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options, and sits 12 km from West Edmonton Mall and 48 km from Edmonton International Airport.
Why families love Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton St. Albert, Ab
Families staying here get water sports facilities alongside the standard indoor pool, a rarer combination on this list worth asking about specifically. The in-room refrigerator and microwave simplify snacks and baby food for younger kids. Being 48 km from the airport is the trade-off, better suited to a family driving in than flying and renting a car for one night.
Excellent
520 reviews
Home2 Suites By Hilton Edmonton South offers kitchenette rooms with a sofa bed and free toiletries, alongside an indoor swimming pool, fitness centre and outdoor fireplace. The 3-star, pet-friendly property includes a lounge, coffee shop and barbecue facilities, with free on-site private parking, 13 km from Edmonton International Airport and 22 km from West Edmonton Mall.
Why families love Home2 Suites By Hilton Edmonton South
Families staying here get a well-rounded extended-stay setup: kitchenette, pool and an outdoor fireplace for evening downtime, all under one roof. Guest reviews cited in this data highlight the breakfast and room comfort specifically, useful signals for families prioritizing those basics. It sits roughly equidistant from the airport and the mall, a reasonable middle-ground location rather than close to either.
Canterra Suites Hotel
Edmonton
Excellent
241 reviews
Canterra Suites Hotel offers kitchen-equipped rooms with a washing machine and private bathroom, 1.8 km from Shaw Conference Centre and a 5-minute walk from St. Joseph's Basilica. The 3-star, pet-friendly property includes a fitness centre, bicycle parking, tour desk and fireplace, and sits near Edmonton Radial Railway Society and MacEwan University, with Edmonton International Airport 26 km away.
Why families love Canterra Suites Hotel
Families staying here get an in-suite washing machine, rare on this list, useful for a longer trip without packing enough clothes for every day. The downtown-adjacent location near MacEwan University and Shaw Conference Centre suits a family exploring on foot rather than driving. There's no pool or kids club here, so it fits better as a walkable base than a resort-style stay.
Excellent
255 reviews
JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District puts an infinity pool, indoor pool, spa and kids club within a 12-minute walk of Shaw Conference Centre and 200 metres of Rogers Place. The 4-star, pet-friendly hotel offers interconnected family rooms, a fitness centre and a family-friendly restaurant serving American and Steakhouse cuisine with vegetarian and gluten-free options. Free bicycles are available, and Edmonton International Airport is 27 km away.
Why families love JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District
Families staying here get downtown Edmonton's most complete family amenity list in one building: pool, kids club, spa and bikes, all within walking distance of Rogers Place and the Alberta Art Gallery. Interconnected rooms suit a family needing separate sleeping space without booking two full rooms. The trade-off is a downtown, 4-star rate rather than a suburban budget option.
Excellent
369 reviews
Holiday Inn Edmonton South - Evario Events by IHG offers an indoor swimming pool and fitness centre alongside a family-friendly restaurant serving American, Italian and international cuisine. The 3-star, pet-friendly property sits 13 km from Edmonton International Airport and 23 km from West Edmonton Mall, with air-conditioned rooms, city views and free on-site private parking.
Why families love Holiday Inn Edmonton South - Evario Events by IHG
Families staying here get a straightforward, well-located base for the airport and south Edmonton rather than a resort-style stay. The indoor pool and multi-cuisine restaurant cover daily basics without extra frills, and free parking keeps costs predictable. It's further from West Edmonton Mall than most other options on this list, at 23 km, so plan around that if the mall is a priority.
Excellent
318 reviews
Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton/West offers an indoor pool and hot tub alongside a daily hot breakfast, 3 km from West Edmonton Mall. Air-conditioned rooms include a flat-screen TV, coffee maker and work desk, and the 3-star property is pet-friendly for a non-refundable fee that depends on stay length. A cot is available on request for a nightly charge, subject to availability.
Why families love Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton/West
Hampton Inn & Suites Edmonton/West is the practical three-star I would choose for a family trip built around West Edmonton Mall, which is about 3 km away. The indoor pool and hot tub cover cold evenings, and a hot breakfast is served daily, which speeds up mornings. Rooms are air-conditioned with a coffee maker, a cot can be requested, and pets are accepted for a published fee. Guests rate it 8.7.
Excellent
566 reviews
Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Edmonton SW – Windermere by IHG is the only Edmonton hotel in this list with a dedicated indoor play area, paired with an indoor swimming pool, spa and wellness centre and family rooms with private bathrooms. The 3-star property sits roughly 16 km from West Edmonton Mall and 12 km from Fort Edmonton Park, with free on-site private parking and a lounge with 24-hour front desk access. A continental breakfast is served daily.
Why families love Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Edmonton SW – Windermere by IHG
Families staying here find the rare combination of an indoor play area and pool under one roof, useful for filling a cold-weather afternoon without leaving the building. The southwest location suits a family arriving by car more than one relying on downtown transit, and free parking removes one more cost from the stay. Where it falls short: exact play area size and pool hours aren't published, so confirm both at booking.
Excellent
132 reviews
Element by Marriott Edmonton West offers free bicycles for exploring the city alongside an indoor swimming pool, hot tub and fitness centre, 3.1 km from West Edmonton Mall. Rooms include air-conditioning, a sofa bed and work desk, and the 3-star, pet-friendly property's family-friendly restaurant serves an American buffet breakfast and dinner. A bar and lounge round out the evening options.
Why families love Element by Marriott Edmonton West
Families staying here get the only Edmonton hotel on this list offering bikes outright at no charge, useful for river valley rides once the weather cooperates. The indoor pool and hot tub cover the standard cold-weather bases, and the sofa bed layout adds flexibility for a family of four. Distance to the mall, at 3.1 km, means a short drive rather than a walk.
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Edmonton
Excellent
256 reviews
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald overlooks the North Saskatchewan River Valley with an indoor pool, spa offering massage services and a kids club, a kilometre from Rogers Place. The 4-star heritage hotel's Harvest Room serves regional Canadian cuisine for breakfast through dinner, with weekend afternoon tea, and the property received a 2025 Michelin Key distinction. Rooms include a seating area, desk and, in select cases, city views.
Why families love Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Families staying here get Edmonton's clearest match for a genuine spa alongside a kids club, letting parents book a treatment while children are supervised elsewhere in the building. The River Valley view and Harvest Room's regional menu add a sense of occasion beyond a standard family hotel stay. It's the most heritage-driven, premium option on this list, priced accordingly.
Excellent
155 reviews
Delta Hotels by Marriott Edmonton Centre Suites connects directly to Edmonton City Centre Mall and downtown light rail stations, with a game room, pet-friendly rooms and family suites in the heart of the ICE District. Rooms include flat-panel TVs with Netflix access and complimentary high-speed WiFi, and the 4-star property offers more than 10,000 square feet of meeting space alongside its restaurant, District 102.
Why families love Delta Hotels by Marriott Edmonton Centre Suites
Families staying here get the most walkable downtown base on this list, connected directly to the mall and light rail without stepping outside. The game room and family suites give kids something to do beyond the room itself, and District 102 covers dinner without a reservation elsewhere. It leans more business-hotel in feel than resort-style, worth knowing if a pool is the priority.
Excellent
503 reviews
DoubleTree by Hilton West Edmonton pairs family rooms with air-conditioning and a sofa bed with an indoor swimming pool and a family-friendly restaurant serving American cuisine with gluten-free options. The 4-star hotel sits 5 km from West Edmonton Mall and near Telus World of Science, with a fitness room, concierge service and free on-site private parking. A bar is also on site for parents after the kids are settled.
Why families love DoubleTree by Hilton West Edmonton
Families staying here find a workable base for a West Edmonton Mall trip, close enough for a short drive without paying downtown rates. The gluten-free restaurant options stand out for families managing dietary needs, and the indoor pool covers the basics for a rainy or cold afternoon. What's missing: no kids club or dedicated play area, so younger children rely on the pool alone.
Excellent
129 reviews
Candlewood Suites West Edmonton - Mall Area by IHG sits 2.1 km from West Edmonton Mall with underground heated parking, a pool, hot tub and fitness centre. Every room includes a fully equipped kitchen and a 49-inch flat-screen TV, and the 3-star, pet-friendly property adds a communal outdoor barbecue and 24-hour business centre. Fort Edmonton Park is 6 km away and Valley Zoo 7 km.
Why families love Candlewood Suites West Edmonton - Mall Area by IHG
Families staying here get one of the closest hotel bases to West Edmonton Mall, at 2.1 km, paired with a full kitchen for cutting restaurant costs across a longer stay. The underground heated parking matters more than it sounds in an Edmonton winter, saving a scrape-off before every outing. Room size runs practical rather than spacious, geared toward extended stays rather than a short weekend.
Very Good
309 reviews
Staybridge Suites West Edmonton by IHG offers kitchenette suites with air-conditioning and city views, alongside a garden, terrace and outdoor fireplace. The 3-star, pet-friendly property serves a continental buffet breakfast daily and includes a child-friendly buffet option, plus barbecue facilities and outdoor seating. It sits roughly 42 km from Edmonton International Airport, close to West Edmonton Mall and the Edmonton Expo Centre.
Why families love Staybridge Suites West Edmonton by IHG
Families staying here find a genuine kitchen setup rather than a kitchenette in name only, useful for a stay long enough to cook rather than eat out nightly. The outdoor fireplace and terrace give parents an evening spot once kids are settled, and the child-friendly buffet breakfast simplifies mornings. The distance from the airport, at 42 km, is worth planning around if arriving late.
💡Tips for Choosing a Hotel with Pet Friendly in Edmonton
- 1Call ahead to confirm the exact pet fee before booking — only one property here states its charge outright, and the rest vary by hotel.
- 2If your dog needs daily walks near green space, book downtown close to the river valley trail system rather than a suburban West Edmonton Mall-area hotel.
- 3Ask about weight and breed restrictions specifically when you call — pet-friendly status here just means pets are allowed in some form, not that every dog qualifies.
- 4Prioritize a kitchenette alongside pet-friendly status if you're traveling with a dog on a longer trip — Staybridge Suites and Campus Tower Suite Hotel both offer one.
- 5Request a ground-floor or elevator-close room when you book with a pet — it isn't guaranteed by the listing, so ask directly at reservation.
- 6Use the free bicycles at Campus Tower Suite Hotel to scout the river valley trails near the University of Alberta before bringing the dog along on a longer walk.
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