Tempe offers a solid selection of pet-friendly hotels for travelers bringing dogs or cats. Most properties sit near Arizona State University or along the I-10 corridor, with easy access to Papago Park and Tempe Town Lake. Budgets range from $100-$250 per night, and many hotels include free parking, outdoor pools, and basic pet amenities like designated relief areas. For those flying in, several hotels provide complimentary shuttles to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, located about 8 km away.
Top-rated options include the Drury Plaza Hotel Phoenix Tempe (guest score 94), which serves a free hot breakfast and evening snacks-both human and pet guests are welcome. The AC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix Tempe/Downtown (score 92) offers a rooftop pool, fitness center, and a pet-friendly policy in a downtown setting near hiking trails. For airport convenience, the Hyatt Place Tempe Phoenix Airport (score 87) provides a free 24-hour shuttle and an outdoor heated pool. Other highly rated picks like the Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU (score 92) combine luxury accommodations with a central location across from Sun Devil Stadium.