Who wants to travel without their best friend? Dog families, don’t despair. We understand how important your furry children are and therefore put together a full list of pet friendly hotels, restaurants and activities in the area so you don’t need to worry about leaving your pup at home. Dogs are family after all and shouldn’t have to miss out on a great time!
Where to Stay
If you’re looking to stay a few days in town with your pup, check out these hotels for pet friendly rooms.
10 Palmer Square East
Princeton, NJ 08542
www.nassauinn.com
The Nassau Inn welcomes two pets of any size, but charges an additional fee of $75 per stay.
Spring Hill Suites by Marriott
1000 Charles Ewing Boulevard
Princeton South Corporate Center
Ewing, NJ 08628
www.marriott.com
One pet is welcome per room for an additional pet fee of $15 per night. Pet must weigh 75 pounds or less.
Residence Inn by Marriott Princeton/Carnegie Center
3563 US Route 1
Princeton, NJ 08540
www.marriott.com
One pet is welcome per room for an additional pet fee of $150 per stay. Pets up to 35 pounds only.
Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village
201 Village Blvd
Princeton, NJ 08540
www.westinprinceton.com
Dogs up to 40 pounds are allowed for a $100 fee per stay.
Where to Eat
These pooch-approved restaurants allow outdoor seating with leashed dogs.
Alchemist & Barrister Restaurant & Pub
American Restaurant
28 Witherspoon Street
Princeton, NJ 08542
www.theaandb.com
Farm-to-Table
130 Hopewell Rocky Hill Road
Hopewell, NJ 08525
www.brickfarmtavern.com
Steak House
57 Witherspoon Street
Princeton, NJ 08542
www.witherspoongrill.com
Italian Cafe
23 Palmer Square East
Princeton, NJ 08542
www.teresacaffe.com
Seafood Restaurant
258 Nassau Street
Princeton, NJ 08542
www.bluepointgrill.com
PJ’s Pancake House
Breakfast Restaurant
938 Bear Tavern Road
Ewing, NJ 08628
www.pancakes.com
Mediterranean Restaurant
29 Hulfish Street
Princeton, NJ 08542
www.mediterrarestaurant.com
30 Burgers at Princeton
Fast Food
124 Nassau Street
Princeton, NJ 08542
www.30 burgers.com
Where to Play
Give your dog a little adventure with these fun, free outings.
Mercer County Dog Park
1638 Old Trenton Road
West Windsor, NJ 08550
Dogs are allowed to play off-leash in this designated, fenced area with double-entry gates. Separate areas with agility equipment for both small dogs and big dogs.
Mercer Meadows
111-167 Cold Soil Road
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
Easy and scenic hiking trail that’s perfect for your pup. The routes are well marked and mostly on flat gravel.
Veterans Dog Park
2206 Kuser Road
Hamilton, NJ 08690
Dogs can go off leash in the dog park, which is a fenced-in area with a separate enclosure for large and small dogs. Both areas offer agility equipment, benches, poop bags and trash receptacles. Dogs can also enjoy the doggie fountain available.
Summer Movie on the Green - August 3rd
Palmer Square
40 Nassau Street
Princeton, NJ 08542
Enjoy a movie with your pup under the stars in Palmer Square. Just be sure to keep fido on a leash and make sure he’s okay around children. Downtown Princeton also offers many dog friendly store fronts, fountains and scenic strolls throughout Princeton University.
Trenton Thunder Bark in the Park - August 25th
One Thunder Road
Trenton, NJ 08611
Bring dogs of all sizes to watch a baseball game at Trenton Thunder. Dogs are free with the purchase of a regularly priced ticket for the owner.
West Windsor Community Farmer’s Market
2 Vaughn Drive
West Windsor, NJ 08550
There are various farmer’s markets in the area that you can bring your dog to, but we’re listing West Windsor since it’s one of the largest. Open Saturdays from 9am - 1pm with many local farms and artisan food producers to enjoy.
Have a favorite activity that keeps those tails wagging? Comment below! We also love seeing photos of your fur cuties, and you can share them anytime with us with the hashtag #PupsofPrinceton.