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The Best Pet-Friendly Hotels to Book in Memphis, Tennessee

The Central Station will guarantee a stylish stay for both you and your pooch
The Central Station will guarantee a stylish stay for both you and your pooch | Courtesy of The Central Station, Memphis / Expedia

Sitting on the banks of the mighty Mississippi and home of the soulful sound known as the blues, Memphis is a fascinating place to visit. But what about those traveling with their dogs? Luckily, pet-friendly hotels in Memphis are easy to come by and you don’t have to give up on quality, either. Check out our list of the top Memphis pet-friendly hotels, pack up the pooch and get ready for a real down south adventure with your best buddy – bookable on Culture Trip.

The Hu Hotel, for muddy missions with your pup

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A lounge area with a cream leather couch, brown leather chairs, a plant, a painting and a marble coffee table at Hu Hotel
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Enjoy the views out over Old Muddy – as many call the Mississippi River – from the rooftop deck bar of the Hu Hotel, a pet-friendly hotel in Memphis that specializes in Southern hospitality. The stylishly modern yet seeped-in traditional hotel also sports a cozy cafe on the street level that’s popular with locals. Rooms here come in both standard and suite options – perfect for keeping your mascot feeling at home while on the road.

The Central Station, for a style balance between old and new

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Industrial-chic lounge with leather couches, armchairs and a wall built out of speakers at the Central Station Memphis
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Located within the city’s historic train station – where you can catch a ride down to New Orleans or up to Chicago – this 1914 era hotel is a true Memphis classic. Rooms enjoy early 20th-century features – like oversized windows – but have been renovated to include all modern conveniences, as well. The hotel sports a listening room open to the public where the walls are lined with vinyl hits from the glory days of blues – while the DJ has hand-curated a rotating setlist.

The Memphian, for stunning Southern charm

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Leather settee, a table with six seats and a built-in bookcase in a large lounge area with green panelled walls, columns and ceiling at The Memphian
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Step out into hip and artistic Overton Square from the front door of the Memphian, a pet-friendly Memphis hotel that is steeped in Southern charm. The historic hotel offers guests nightly cocktails at its rooftop bar, Tiger and Peacock, as well as the perfectly done local fare at the downstairs restaurant, Complicated Pilgrim. Rooms and common areas here are decked out with poster art and photos of Memphis during the swinging golden age of blues.

The Westin Memphis Beale Street, for memorable cuisine

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Bright king room with floor-to-ceiling windows, flatscreen TV and grey-and-white carpet at the Westin Memphis Beale Street
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Just blocks from the famous music clubs of Beale Street, the Westin Memphis Beale Street is a modern hotel with a good selection of pet-friendly rooms. Have a taste of Southern cuisine done with a fine dining touch – before a night out on the town – at Bleu Restaurant and Lounge, located within the hotel. Free weights and cardio equipment await in the fitness center, which also delivers attractive views out over downtown Memphis.

Residence Inn Memphis Downtown, for longer stays with your furry friend

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Double bed facing a flat screen TV, a sink and vanity mirror off to the right and and a dark carpet at the Residence Inn Memphis Downtown
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Traveling with your mascot and looking for a long-term stay in Memphis? The Residence Inn Memphis Downtown may well be your best bet. This fine Memphis pet-friendly hotel specializes in weekly and monthly rates on rooms that are decked out like apartments, complete with kitchens and dining spaces. A free breakfast is served to guests daily – while an on-site barbecue area makes it easy to throw a bash for you and your newly made Memphis friends.

Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown, for central convenience

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Modern and spacious room with a large double bed, hardwood floors, a yellow velvet couch, a writing desk, a grey armchair and large windows at Canopy by Hilton Memphis Downtown
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Just down the street from the Memphis Music Hall of Fame and smack bang in the middle of downtown Memphis, this stylish modern hotel also happens to offer select pet-friendly rooms. A hip take on the classic tavern, Curfew restaurant serves European fusion food and local craft beer on the hotel’s ground floor. Contemporary art decks the walls of both common spaces and rooms here – giving the hotel a creative flair that will infect you with inspiration during your stay.

Moxy Memphis Downtown, for a relaxing weekend with your pet

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Double bed with a leather headboard and a hanging egg chair in a bedroom at Moxy Memphis Downtown
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A modern, cosmopolitan take on the Southern-style front porch, Moxy Memphis Downtown greets guests with a friendly bar and lounge area that is popular with locals and visitors. Fire pits, bocce, and ping pong courts as well as lush outside seating front the pet-friendly Memphis hotel. Inside, a variety of standard and thematic rooms – like the 500sqft (46aqm) Jungle Room with its oversized bed – await you and your traveling companion when it’s time to get some real rest and rejuvenation.

Hotel Indigo Memphis Downtown, for a flashback in time

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Two double beds against a wall with an illustration of an RCA microphone, hardwood floors, yellow chairs, turquoise blinds and a writing desk at Hotel Indigo Memphis Downtown
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Decked out with old-school jukeboxes and colorful memorabilia celebrating the culture of the blues, the Hotel Indigo is a pet-friendly Memphis hotel located in the heart of the city right on BB King Blvd. Rooms feature hardwood floors and spa-styled showers – as well as artistic homages to the musical soul of the city. The outdoor pool offers a refreshing escape from the afternoon heat – while the on-site fitness center is open to guests 24/7.

For more options, discover our guide to these top Memphis hotels, or the best budget-friendly hotels in Tennessee, and book now on Culture Trip.

About the author

Ocean Malandra is a widely published freelance writer based in Bogota, Colombia who specializes in travel, food and environmental issues. He is the author of Cartagena and Colombia's Caribbean Coast by Moon Travel Guides. Follow him on Twitter at @OceanMalandra.

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