Pets have become such a huge part of our lives that it hurts to leave them behind. Lucky though that there are some hotels and other accommodations in the Atlantic City area that understand and welcome your furry friends. Below are some pet friendly hotels and a list of things you can do with your pets in the Atlantic City area. Check these out in advance of your stay so you don’t run into any problems when you arrive. Rules change so be sure to call before you arrive.
The Law
Service Animals – are welcome at all hotels in New Jersey. See NOLO bulletin.
Emotional Support Animals “ESA’s” – please note the below paragraph from the above NOLO link “New Jersey Laws on Service Dogs and Emotional Support Animals” and check before you arrive because although hotels are not required to accept ESA’s, many of them do with proper documentation.
“Neither the ADA nor New Jersey’s service animal law includes pets or what are often referred to as “emotional support animals”: animals that provide a sense of safety, companionship, and comfort to those with psychiatric or emotional disabilities or conditions. Although these animals often have therapeutic benefits, they are not individually trained to perform specific tasks for their handlers. Under the ADA and New Jersey law, owners of public accommodations are not required to allow emotional support animals, only service animals.”
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Showboat Hotel Atlantic City
801 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 609-487-4600
Rated High
The rules:
- Up to 2 dogs, any size
- $50 fee per dog per stay
- Must be crated when left unsupervised in the room
- Must use specified area on premises for pet relief
- Waste bags provided
- Cats not allowed
Sheraton Convention Center Hotel Atlantic City
Two Convention Boulevard, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 609-378-1149
Rated Average
- Dogs can be no more than 80 lbs
- $50 fee per stay
- Pure Rooms are not pet friendly
- Pet may be left in room unattended if necessary
- Beds and water bowls are supplied
- Must use specified area on premises for pet relief
- Pets must be leashed or crated when in common areas
- Cats not allowed
Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City
777 Harrah’s Boulevard, ACNJ 08401 609-441-5000
Rated High
- Up to 2 dogs, no more than 50 lbs
- $50 fee per dog per night
- Must be crated when left unsupervised in the room
- Must use specified area on premises for pet relief
- A doggie gift bag will be provided at check-in
- Cats not allowed
Cozysuites Hotels and Condos
All Cozysuite Hotels and Condos in the City are Pet Friendly and can be booked through various booking websites. Charges may apply.
Days Inn Absecon
Rated Very Low – Not Recommended
405 East Absecon Blvd., Absecon, New Jersey 08201 609-905-0171
5 miles to A.C.
- 2 pets up to 60 lbs allowed
- $20 fee per night per pet
Quality Inn & Suites Absecon
Rated Very Low – Not Recommended
328 East White Horse Pike, Absecon, NJ 08401 609-652-3300
6 miles to AC
- 2 pets up to 50 lbs allowed
- $20 fee per night per pet
Seaview Hotel Galloway, A Dolce Hotel by Windham
Rated High
401 South New York Road, Galloway, NJ 08205 609-652-1800
7 miles to AC
- 2 medium sized dogs per room
- Must be crated on in carrier when unattended
- $50 fee per stay per pet
Residence Inn by Marriott Egg Harbor Township
Rated High
3022 Fire Road, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 609-813-2344
7 miles to AC
- 2 pets per room
- $100 fee per stay per pet
Hampton Inn Egg Harbor Township
Rated High
6708 Tilton Road, Egg Harbor Twp, NJ 08234 609-641-4500
7 miles to AC
- Pets up to 65 lbs permitted
- $75 fee per stay
Red Roof Inn Galloway
Rated low – not recommended
202 East White Horse Pike, Galloway, NJ 08205 609-652-3020
8 miles to AC
- 1 pet per room
- No pet fee
Sonesta ES Suites Somers Point
Rated High
900 Mays Landing Road, Somers Point, NJ 08244 609-927-6400
10 miles to AC
- Pet permitted
- $100 fee per stay
Homewood Suites by Hilton
Rated High
3008 English Creek Avenue, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 609-272-7771
10 miles to AC
- Pets up to 75 lbs permitted
- $20 fee per stay
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Check out the BringFido website for pet friendly Airbnb, townhome and condo accommodations.
Things To Do with Your Pets in the Atlantic City Area
Stroll the Beach and Boardwalk
Be sure to bring your bags – it’s the law and just plain common courtesy, right?!
The Absecon Lighthouse
609-449-1360
Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City welcomes you and your pet. Dogs are not permitted in the lighthouse. You and they are welcome to explore the two-acre lawn of this historic property with your leashed fur baby!
Smithville Inn
(609) 748-7110
615 E. Moss Mill Road, Smithville, NJ 08205
Pawdazzle is a great place to stop in if you’re visiting the historic village of Smithville. They would love to meet your pup. Not only do they sell pet supplies, but they sell homemade dog food and dog treats as well!
Patriot Lake Park
609-652-3700
300 East Jimmie Leeds Road, Galloway, NJ 08205
If you’re looking for a nice place to take your dogs for an adventure, head out to Patriot Lake Park.ice pet-friendly place to explore. You’ll find separate areas for large dogs and small dogs, so you don’t need to worry about any pup bullying. The park has a sandy environment with tunnels that the dogs love! Please keep an eye on your pet and be sure to clean up after them.
Longport Dog Beach
856-629-0090
Ocean Drive, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08244
A great off-leash dog park is Longport Dog Beach which is also known as Malibu Beach or Somers Point dog beach. It’s located in Egg Harbor Township, NJ at the Malibu Beach Wildlife Management area. You’ll find the park across from the fishing pier on the Longport side at the bottom of the Ocean Drive Bridge. You’ll enjoy watching your dog of any size romp in the water and along the beach. Please bring your own waste disposal bags and water for your pet. There are no trash cans on the beach so please be prepared to take your trash with you.
Brigantine North End Beach
609-266-7600
1500 East Brigantine Ave., Brigantine, NJ 08203
Leashed dogs are allowed on the city-owned north end of Brigantine Beach year-round. They are only permitted in the Natural Area from September until May.
Freedom Boat Club South Jersey
833-568-7673 or email tbellucci@freedomboatclub.com
1790 Pleasant Avenue, Somers Point, NJ 08244
Feel free to bring your pet along when you visit Boat Club South Jersey. If you’re a member, you’ll have unlimited access to a variety of new premium powerboats. You and your pet will receive a ten percent discount if you bring them along on a personal tour. Visit us any day between 8am and 8pm.
Natasha & Nikita Weiss Dog Park
609-800-2821
42nd St & Bayshore Avenue, Brigantine, NJ
For a one-time application fee of $25 per dog, they can play here off-leash. Stop in at the City Clerk’s office to pay your fee and get to having fun with your pets. The park is open year-round from 8am-8pm.
Margate City Dog Park
609-800-0589
405 North Brunswick Drive, Margate City, NJ
Another great off-leash option for your dog is Margate City Dog Park. You’ll find the beach at Argyle & Fremont Avenues. The park is fenced in and open every day from 9am to dusk.
The source of these pet friendly things to do in the AC area is the BringFido website and there are many other suggestions. I thank you BringFido for your information.
If you’ve decided you’re more comfortable camping because you can’t bear to leave your pets at home, here is a list of 17 Atlantic City area campgrounds, and most of them allow pets!
