The Plaza
New York, New York, United States · 5 Star Hotel
Food & Water Bowls
Dogs Stay Free
Dog Walking
No Weight LimitThe Plaza Dog Friendly Review
The Plaza holds an excellent A Roch Rank, and it earns that standing by making your dog genuinely welcome rather than merely tolerated. This is a hotel that has drawn dog friendly awards and dog friendly media coverage, and the practical upshot for you is a stay where the details have plainly been thought through. Your dog stays free, with no weight or size limit to fret over, so a large dog is as easy to book in as a small one, and most rooms take dogs, which gives you real choice at the point of booking. You will find a dedicated dog space on site, dogs are welcome on the terrace, and there are green spaces and parks nearby with guidance on walking routes to point you in the right direction. The pet policy is shared before you book, so you arrive knowing exactly where you stand.
Settling in is straightforward, because the room comes with a dog bed and real food and water bowls rather than flimsy disposables, and free treats are there to greet your dog on arrival. If you need to head out, the hotel runs both a dog-walking service and a dog-sitting service, which means a day of meetings or sightseeing need not revolve entirely around your dog. You may also leave your dog alone in the room when you choose, a genuine convenience that many hotels refuse. On the money, there is no dog fee at all and no damage deposit to reclaim later, so the cost of bringing your dog is simply nothing, and up to two dogs may share a room. That combination of free stays, free kit and flexible services makes the day-to-day of a visit remarkably light on both admin and expense.
The limits are worth knowing before you arrive, since your dog cannot join you in the bar, the restaurant or the lounge, and there is no garden set aside for dogs to use, so mealtimes and lingering indoors will mean parting company for a while. There is no dog wash or shower area on site, no poop bags, food, toys or grooming provided, and no dedicated dog friendly activities or events to fill a day, so you will bring your own supplies and plan outings around the nearby parks yourself. Staff are not specifically trained for canine guests, and there is no emergency vet number to hand, which is worth noting for a longer stay. This suits the independent owner with a well settled dog of any size who values free, fuss-free access and reliable walking and sitting services; anyone wanting their dog beside them at dinner or a bundle of on-site extras should look elsewhere.
Roch Score: 38/77. Meets 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.
The Plaza With Your Dog · Pet Policy
Is The Plaza dog friendly?
Yes. The Plaza meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, our independent assessment of what genuinely dog friendly means, where it holds a Rank A rating. Most of its rooms are dog friendly, so getting a room for you and your dog is rarely a problem.
Is there a pet fee at The Plaza?
No. The Plaza does not charge a pet fee. There is no additional deposit. Your dog stays with you at no extra cost, which is still rarer than it should be across the hospitality industry.
How many dogs can stay per room at The Plaza?
Up to 2 dogs are permitted per room at The Plaza, 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 The Plaza?
No. The Plaza 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 The Plaza?
Yes. Dogs may be left unattended in the room at The Plaza. 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 The Plaza?
Dogs are welcome in the terrace at The Plaza. We would always suggest keeping your dog on a lead and settled in these shared spaces, out of courtesy to other guests.
What amenities does my dog get at The Plaza?
The Plaza provides a dog bed, food and water bowls, free treats, a dog walking service and a dog sitting service for your dog. With these laid on for you, you can travel lighter and leave some of the usual kit at home.
Is The Plaza pet-friendly?
The Plaza 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. It also meets the Roch Dog Friendly Standard, where it holds a Rank A rating.
Are pets allowed at The Plaza?
Yes. The Plaza 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 is the pet policy at The Plaza?
The pet policy at The Plaza covers the essentials: dogs stay free with no pet fee, up to 2 dogs per room, no weight limit and dogs welcome in the terrace. There is no additional deposit. Every detail here comes from the hotel's own independently verified assessment under the Roch Dog Friendly Standard.