A Dog-friendly Stay at Colton House Hotel

Colton House Hotel is the perfect dog-friendly stay when visiting Austin. Located in a popular neighborhood on South Congress, all the main activities and popular restaurants around Austin are nearby making it a great centralized location.

Colton House Hotel combines residential amenities with upscale hotel luxury and service. Their 80 suite-based accommodations range from 460 - 1,170 square feet, with room types that include studios, one-, two- and three-bedrooms, fully equipped with a kitchenette or full kitchen and living room. The hotel also features a spacious lobby, library, coffee and wine bar, pet relief area, outdoor patio, and pool.

Each room is designed to give you a personal oasis right in the center of one of the world’s most beloved cities. Whether you’re heading back after a night of local music or a day lounging by the pool, you can wander home to Colton House’s private, bespoke rooms, which offer luxury, comfort and modern amenities for both short- and long-term stays.

We enjoyed our stay in a two-bedroom suite that featured dreamy Serta king-size beds, full gorgeous private baths, a large dining and living area, full kitchen perfect for traveling with Rue’s fresh food, and a combo washer/dryer.

Check-in time at the Colton House Hotel is at 3pm and check-out is at 11am local time. Their pet policy allows up to one well-behaved dog per room (35 lb. max). There is a pet fee of $30+tax per day; $150+tax per week, unless your dog is a service animal. Dogs can not be left unattended in your room and you’ll need to alert the hotel when booking so they can reserve a pet-friendly room for your stay. Guests are responsible for any damage or disruptions caused by their dog. Due to insurance requirements, some breeds are not permitted at the hotel. See Colton House Hotel FAQs for more details.

Colton House Hotel partnered with local artists to curate bespoke furnishings to really create an eclectic Austin vibe throughout the hotel.

It has an on-site restaurant Simona’s that offers beer, wine and craft cocktails with delicious, gourmet grab-and-go snacks. They have indoor and outdoor seating and the patio extends towards the pool area. During the summer they have fans and misters. Just beyond this area is the designated pet relief area. The hotel also features covered parking on the lower level of the hotel.