Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Clayton, United States of America · 4 Star Hotel
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay Dog Friendly Review
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay holds a failing F Roch Rank, a grade that will make many owners pause before booking, yet a closer look at what it does offer for a dog and its person tells a more nuanced story. This is a hotel that shares its pet policy before you book, so you know exactly what you are walking into rather than discovering restrictions at check in. There is no weight or size limit, which means a large breed is judged on the same terms as a small one, and the surrounding green spaces and parks give you somewhere proper to stretch your dog's legs once you arrive. Staff offer guidance on walking routes nearby, a small but genuinely useful touch for anyone unfamiliar with the area. The terrace is open to dogs too, giving you an outdoor spot to sit with your dog without needing to head off site every time.
Day to day, the practicalities are refreshingly straightforward. You will pay $25 per night for your dog, and with no damage deposit required on top, the total cost of bringing your dog is clear from the outset rather than padded with a refundable sum you have to chase down at checkout. Two dogs are permitted per room, so travelling with a pair need not mean booking two separate rooms. Your dog may be left alone in the room during your stay, which matters if you need to step out for a meal or an appointment without your dog in tow. The terrace access and nearby walking routes mean the outdoor side of a stay here is genuinely catered for, even if the indoor offering is leaner. There is no dog wash area, no dog bed provided, and no bowls laid on, so you will want to bring your own kit for feeding and settling in.
The most immediate restriction is that only some rooms are dog friendly, not all, so you will need to confirm at booking that you are assigned one of the rooms that actually allows dogs rather than assuming any room will do. There is no dog walking or sitting service, no grooming, and no member of staff specifically trained for canine guests, so this is a stay where you handle your dog's care yourself rather than leaning on the hotel for help. Dogs are not welcome in the bar, restaurant or lounge, and there is no garden or dedicated dog space beyond the terrace, which narrows where you can actually take your dog once indoors. Weighed against the $25 nightly fee, you are mainly paying for outdoor access and flexibility rather than any extras. This suits a self-sufficient owner with a well-behaved, independent dog who is happy with outdoor space and minimal fuss, and it is a poor fit for anyone wanting on-site pampering, indoor social spaces, or hands-on staff support for their dog.
Roch Score: 8/77. This hotel does not meet the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. This hotel has been evaluated, ranked and reviewed using the Roch Standard, the world’s first dog friendly standard for the hotel industry. We gathered data directly from the hotel and benchmarked it against thousands of other hotels to accurately and fairly derive its rank.
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This hotel was last certified on 16 September 2026.
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay dog friendly?
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay welcomes dogs, and we have independently assessed and listed it against the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank F rating. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Standard, so it sits below our top-rated dog friendly hotels; the review above explains what a stay is actually like with a dog.
Is there a pet fee at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay?
Yes. Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay charges a pet fee of $25 per night. It is always worth confirming the current pet fee when you book, as charges can change from time to time.
How many dogs can stay per room at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay, which makes it a practical choice for households travelling with more than one dog. It is always worth confirming the details with the hotel when you book.
Is there a weight limit for dogs at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay?
No. Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay has no weight limit, so dogs of every size are welcome. From the smallest lap dog to the largest breed, your dog's size will never stand between you and a room.
Can I leave my dog alone in the room at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay. We would still suggest letting reception know and making sure your dog is calm and settled before you head out, so housekeeping and other guests are never caught by surprise.
Where are dogs allowed in Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay?
Dogs are welcome in the terrace at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
Is Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay pet-friendly?
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay welcomes dogs. We hold no confirmation that it accepts cats or other animals, so check with the hotel before bringing any pet other than a dog. Our independent assessment gives it a Rank F rating.
Are pets allowed at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay?
Yes. Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay allows dogs to stay. There is no weight limit, so size is not a barrier. Tell the hotel you are travelling with your dog when you book, so they can prepare the right room for you both.
What Roch Dog rank does Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay hold?
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay holds a Rank F rating from Roch Dog, on our scale of A+ to F. It does not meet every minimum requirement of the Roch Dog Friendly Standard. The rank comes from an independent assessment of the hotel's dog policy, fees, facilities and services, and no hotel can pay to change it.
What is the pet policy at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay?
The pet policy at Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay covers the essentials: a pet fee of $25 per night applies, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the terrace. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.