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Pet-friendly hotels in Philadelphia, Dec 11 to 13, 2026

Updated Oct 28, 2026 · 2 nights, Friday to Sunday, two adults · Chosen by Axel from its neighborhood research, its own hotel reviews and the rates it has seen this month · Axel beat the public price at 22 of the 34 hotels it tracks here in the last two weeks

Every hotel here takes pets, by Google’s listing. Fees and size limits vary, so check the hotel page before you book. The Philadelphia selection spans Rittenhouse Square, City Hall & Avenue of the Arts, Old City & Society Hill, Market East & Convention Center, Logan Square & Museum District, University City and Philadelphia Airport. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

Rittenhouse Square: our easiest recommendation for a first Philadelphia stay. Philadelphia Airport: a flight-night solution, not a Philadelphia city break. City Hall and Avenue of the Arts: the most practical base for shows, subway trips and stadium days. Market East and Convention Center: choose convenience and market lunches over neighborhood charm.

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Pet-friendly hotels in Philadelphia, Dec 11 to 13, 2026

Every hotel here takes pets, by Google’s listing. Fees and size limits vary, so check the hotel page before you book. The Philadelphia selection spans Rittenhouse Square, City Hall & Avenue of the Arts, Old City & Society Hill, Market East & Convention Center, Logan Square & Museum District, University City and Philadelphia Airport. Check the neighborhood on each hotel’s line to choose your base.

Compound search: pet-friendly hotels, located in Philadelphia (Rittenhouse Square, City Hall & Avenue of the Arts, Old City & Society Hill, Market East & Convention Center, Logan Square & Museum District, University City and Philadelphia Airport); check-in 2026-12-11, check-out 2026-12-13, 2 nights, 1 room, 2 adults; no budget cap. Neighborhoods on this page: Rittenhouse Square; Philadelphia Airport; City Hall & Avenue of the Arts; Market East & Convention Center. Order: cheapest first.

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Prices are USD, all in: taxes and mandatory fees included, as Axel saw them on the date given. "Axel's rate" lines are Axel's own cached rates for 2026-12-11 to 2026-12-13; each hotel's research link re-checks them live. "Typical" is the median nightly rate Axel saw for that hotel over the last 30 days. Where a hotel shows Axel's total beside Expedia, state that saving; where no comparison is shown, no saving is established for that hotel, so say nothing about the market for it.

Where Axel beats the public price (22 of 34 tracked hotels in the area, last 14 days)

Neighborhoods inside the area

  • Rittenhouse Square: Our easiest recommendation for a first Philadelphia stay. Typical $285 a night. Subway: Walk to shops, theaters and City Hall.
  • Philadelphia Airport: A flight-night solution, not a Philadelphia city break. Typical $168 a night. Subway: Airport Line trains stop at Eastwick and the terminals.
  • City Hall & Avenue of the Arts: The most practical base for shows, subway trips and stadium days. Typical $274 a night. Subway: L, B and T meet at 15th St/City Hall.
  • Market East & Convention Center: Choose convenience and market lunches over neighborhood charm. Typical $235 a night. Subway: Jefferson Station provides direct Airport Line service from PHL.

Hotels, cheapest first (6)

1. Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport — 3-star, Courtyard by Marriott

2. Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport — 3-star, Four Points by Sheraton

3. Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport — 4-star, DoubleTree by Hilton

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport — 4-star, Embassy Suites

5. Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport — 3-star, Sheraton Hotels and Resorts

6. Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center — 3-star, Hampton by Hilton

More hotels in the area (28)

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Where to stay, cheapest first

Nightly prices include taxes and fees · each link checks live rooms for Dec 11 to 13, 2026
  1. Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Airport
    #1 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

    3-star · Courtyard by Marriott

    $136a night · Dec 11 to 13

    Spacious, refreshed airport rooms with a free shuttle at a mid-priced neighborhood rate. You accept occasional shuttle delays, inconsistent service and noisy air-conditioning.

    $46/night less than Expedia (19%)

    Axel $389 vs $481 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $271 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  2. Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Airport
    #2 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Four Points By Sheraton Philadelphia Airport

    3-star · Four Points by Sheraton

    $145a night · Dec 11 to 13

    A cheaper airport overnight with comfortable beds and a free terminal shuttle. You accept worn bathrooms, maintenance faults and reported shuttle waits.

    $26/night less than Expedia (12%)

    Axel $386 vs $438 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $291 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  3. Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Airport
    #3 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Doubletree by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

    4-star · DoubleTree by Hilton

    $147a night · Dec 11 to 13

    A free 24-hour airport shuttle and improving renovated rooms below most neighborhood rates. You accept uneven room condition and reported reservation or check-in problems.

    $11/night less than Expedia (3%)

    Axel $756 vs $777 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 6 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $293 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Airport
    #4 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

    4-star · Embassy Suites

    $147a night · Dec 11 to 13

    Spacious two-room airport suites with included breakfast and an evening reception. You accept dated finishes, plumbing complaints and a reported pool repair closure.

    $17/night less than Expedia (11%)

    Axel $281 vs $314 on Expedia for Nov 27 to 29, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $293 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  5. Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport, Philadelphia Airport
    #5 of 6 · Philadelphia Airport

    Sheraton Suites Philadelphia Airport

    3-star · Sheraton Hotels and Resorts

    $179a night · Dec 11 to 13

    Roomy airport suites and comfortable beds with a free terminal shuttle. You accept dated furnishings and uneven dining or front-desk service.

    $13/night less than Expedia (5%)

    Axel $460 vs $486 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 2 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $359 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, non-refundable. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

  6. Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center, Market East & Convention Center
    #6 of 6 · Market East & Convention Center

    Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center

    3-star · Hampton by Hilton

    $183a night · Dec 11 to 13

    Included hot breakfast and useful room basics beside the Convention Center. You accept street noise and uneven housekeeping or busy-period service. 20 minutes' walk to Independence Hall, 20 minutes' walk to Liberty Bell.

    $115/night less than Expedia (39%)

    Axel $366 vs $595 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight.

    Dec 11 to 13, two adults: $366 all in for 2 nights, taxes and fees included, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; the link checks today’s rooms.

Where Axel beats the public price

22 of 34 hotels here, last two weeks, all-in totals against Expedia
  1. 1. Hampton Inn Philadelphia Center City-Convention Center · Market East · 3-star$115/night less than Expedia (39%)

    Axel $366 vs $595 on Expedia for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

  2. 2. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel · University City · 3-star$248/night less than Booking.com (35%)

    Axel $933 vs $1,429 on Booking.com for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 25, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 1 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

  3. 3. Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay · Philadelphia Airport · 4-star$56/night less than Expedia (27%)

    Axel $296 vs $407 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 5 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

  4. 4. Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$50/night less than Expedia (25%)

    Axel $293 vs $393 on Expedia for Jan 8 to 10, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

  5. 5. The Windsor Suites · Logan Square · 4-star$46/night less than Booking.com (19%)

    Axel $400 vs $492 on Booking.com for Dec 11 to 13, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 4 of 4 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

  6. 6. Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$46/night less than Expedia (19%)

    Axel $389 vs $481 on Expedia for Nov 13 to 15, two adults, both with taxes and fees, free cancellation. Seen Oct 27, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 6 of 6 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

  7. 7. AKA University City · University City · 4-star$214/night less than Expedia (18%)

    Axel $1,969 vs $2,397 on Expedia for Nov 20 to 22, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 24, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 2 of 3 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

  8. 8. Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$17/night less than Expedia (13%)

    Axel $231 vs $265 on Expedia for Dec 1 to 3, two adults, both with taxes and fees. Seen Oct 20, 2026; Axel was cheaper on 1 of 5 stays compared this fortnight. Rooms for Dec 11 to 13

More hotels on this page’s terms, cheapest first

28 more
  1. 1. Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay · Philadelphia Airport · 4-star$56/night less than Expedia (27%)$186Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  2. 2. The Windsor Suites · Logan Square · 4-star$46/night less than Booking.com (19%)$200Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  3. 3. Homewood Suites by Hilton University City · University City · 3-star$31/night less than Expedia (6%)$203Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  4. 4. Aloft by Marriott Philadelphia Airport · Philadelphia Airport · 3-star$17/night less than Expedia (13%)$210Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  5. 5. Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing · Old City · 4-star$15/night less than Expedia (9%)$233Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  6. 6. Sonesta Philadelphia Rittenhouse Square · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$236Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  7. 7. Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$50/night less than Expedia (25%)$254Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  8. 8. The Study at University City · University City · 4-star$258Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  9. 9. Hilton Garden Inn Philadelphia Center City · Market East · 3-star$311Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  10. 10. DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City · City Hall · 4-star$321Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  11. 11. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia by IHG · Old City · 4-star$91/night less than Expedia (7%)$328Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  12. 12. The Warwick Hotel Rittenhouse Square Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$329Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  13. 13. Element Philadelphia Downtown · City Hall · 4-star$334Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  14. 14. AKA University City · University City · 4-star$214/night less than Expedia (18%)$337Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  15. 15. Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel · University City · 3-star$248/night less than Booking.com (35%)$362Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  16. 16. Kimpton Hotel Palomar Philadelphia by IHG · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$57/night less than Expedia (10%)$385Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  17. 17. Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$391Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  18. 18. The Westin Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$407Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  19. 19. Renaissance Philadelphia Downtown Hotel · Old City · 4-star$5/night less than Expedia (2%)$415Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  20. 20. Home2 Suites by Hilton Philadelphia - Convention Center, PA · Market East · 3-star$5/night less than Expedia (1%)$424Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  21. 21. The Logan Philadelphia, Curio Collection by Hilton · Logan Square · 4-star$9/night less than Expedia (5%)$425Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  22. 22. Canopy by Hilton Philadelphia Center City · Market East · 4-star$80/night less than Expedia (5%)$449Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  23. 23. The Notary Hotel, Philadelphia, Autograph Collection by Marriott · City Hall · 4-star$471Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  24. 24. The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt · City Hall · 4-star$476Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  25. 25. The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia · City Hall · 5-star$684Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  26. 26. The Rittenhouse Philadelphia · Rittenhouse Square · 5-star$66/night less than Expedia (6%)$749Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  27. 27. Loews Philadelphia Hotel · Market East · 4-star$64/night less than Expedia (10%)$822Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
  28. 28. Fitler Club · Rittenhouse Square · 4-star$948Rooms for Dec 11 to 13
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