Pet-Friendly Hotels in Markham, Ontario, Compared
Markham sits just north of Toronto, along Highways 404 and 407, and its hotels mostly serve business travellers, families and longer stays, which suits people travelling with a dog. The six hotels on this page are listed as pet friendly, and three of them say so directly in their own description: the Homewood Suites by Hilton, the Residence Inn by Marriott and the Hilton Suites Toronto-Markham. Most are all-suite hotels with kitchens, which makes life easier with a pet. I compare them by space, outdoor access and location, so you can choose a room that works for you and your animal.
Markham is a large suburban city in York Region, north of Toronto, known for its technology offices, its diverse communities and its many Asian restaurants and malls. Unionville, its historic village, keeps a main street of old buildings and the green banks of Toogood Pond, a pleasant place for a walk. On its eastern edge, Rouge National Urban Park protects forests, trails and river valleys. Highways 404 and 407 cross the city, linking it to downtown Toronto and the airport, and most hotels stand near these routes in business parks.
Choosing a Markham hotel with a pet
Travelling with a pet changes what matters in a hotel. A suite with a kitchen and a separate living area gives a dog more room and lets you eat in when leaving the animal alone is not an option. Easy parking and quick access to green space help with morning and evening walks. In Markham, the hotels sit near the main highways, so the drive to Toronto, Unionville's historic main street or Rouge National Urban Park, on the eastern edge of the city, stays simple. The differences lie in room layout, wellness facilities and how clearly each hotel states its pet policy.
The Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto-Markham is my first choice for a stay with a pet. Rated 8.9 from more than four hundred reviews, the highest score here, it states that it is pet friendly and offers rooms with fully equipped kitchens, an indoor saltwater pool, a fitness centre, spa and wellness facilities and even a private golf putting green. A kitchen in the room means you can prepare meals without leaving your dog alone for long, and the hotel describes itself as suited to a romantic getaway, which makes it a good pick for a couple travelling with their animal.
Two other hotels also state their pet policy clearly. The Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Markham, rated 8.1, has family rooms with fully equipped kitchens, free bicycles, a lounge, a spa and wellness area, a daily American breakfast, free on-site parking and a 24-hour front desk, useful for late arrivals with an animal. The Hilton Suites Toronto-Markham Conference Centre and Spa, rated 7.9, offers suites with separate living rooms and bedrooms, a full-service spa, an indoor pool and on-site dining, about twenty-five minutes by car from downtown Toronto and the airport. The separate bedroom gives a pet its own quiet space.
The three remaining hotels are listed as pet friendly on this page, but their own descriptions do not mention pets, so I would confirm the policy directly before booking. The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Toronto Markham, rated 8.4 from close to eight hundred reviews, sits just off Highways 7, 404 and 407, with an indoor pool, a fitness centre and rooms with a microwave and refrigerator. The TownePlace Suites by Marriott Toronto Northeast, also rated 8.4, has kitchenettes with a dishwasher and cooktop, an indoor pool and a restaurant, which help on longer stays with an animal.
For extended stays, the Sonesta ES Suites Toronto Markham is worth a look. Rated 8.2 from about eight hundred and fifty reviews, it has spacious accommodations with fully equipped kitchens, an indoor pool, a fitness centre and a laundry facility, located off Highway 404. A guest laundry is a real advantage when a dog brings mud or hair back to the room, and the kitchen keeps meals simple. Like the Hampton Inn and the TownePlace Suites, its description does not mention pets, so a quick check of the conditions before arrival avoids any surprise at the front desk.
A traveler's takeWith a dog, I would book the Homewood Suites by Hilton first: it has the best rating on this page, states its pet policy clearly and offers a full kitchen and a saltwater pool. For a family with a pet, I recommend the Residence Inn, with family rooms, breakfast and free parking. If you choose the Hampton Inn, the TownePlace Suites or the Sonesta, I suggest confirming the pet conditions with the hotel before arrival.
4.5Homewood Suites by Hilton Toronto-Markham
Pet-Friendly · 406 reviewsSpacious suites with kitchens, an indoor pool, and a private putting green
Why guests love itHomewood Suites Toronto Markham gives families fully equipped kitchens in every room, so meals on a longer stay are easy to manage. The indoor saltwater pool is a change from the usual chlorinated pool, and a private golf putting green adds something different for older children. There is a fitness centre and a spa and wellness area, and pets are welcome. With an 8.9 score from 406 reviews, I would book it for a week north of Toronto.
4.2Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto Markham
Pet-Friendly · 797 reviewsComfortable stays with an indoor pool and easy highway access
Why guests love itHampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Toronto Markham sits just off highways 7, 404 and 407, which makes it easy for families to reach the wider Toronto area by car. The indoor pool is the obvious evening plan for children, and every room has a microwave, refrigerator and coffee maker for snacks and quick breakfasts. Parents can use the fitness centre, WiFi is free throughout, and pets are welcome. A guest score of 8.4 from 797 reviews is reassuring.
4.2TownePlace Suites by Marriott Toronto Northeast/Markham
Pet-Friendly · 351 reviewsSpacious suites with kitchenettes, an indoor pool, and pet-friendly options
Why guests love itEvery room at TownePlace Suites Markham has a kitchenette with a cooktop, microwave, dishwasher and coffee maker, so families can cook proper meals and clean up without fuss. The indoor pool is a reliable activity in any season, and pets are accepted. A fitness centre and a restaurant are on site. I would choose it for families on longer stays north of Toronto who want an apartment-style routine with hotel support.
4.1Sonesta ES Suites Toronto Markham
Pet-Friendly · 850 reviewsSpacious suites with kitchens, an indoor pool, and easy highway access
Why guests love itSonesta ES Suites Markham suits families on a longer stay north of Toronto. Every unit has a fully equipped kitchen, so meals for picky eaters stay under your control, and a laundry facility keeps luggage light. The indoor pool gives children a reliable activity whatever the weather, and free Wi-Fi covers the whole building. Pets are welcome as well. Sitting just off Highway 404, it works best for families who will drive. It is rated 8.2 across 850 reviews.
4.1Residence Inn by Marriott Toronto Markham
Pet-Friendly · 74 reviewsFamily-friendly suites with kitchens, free bikes, and a spa
Why guests love itResidence Inn by Marriott Toronto Markham offers family rooms with fully equipped kitchens, which is what I would highlight for families on a longer visit. The American breakfast served daily covers mornings, and free bicycle use is a nice way to get older children outside. Parents have a spa and wellness area and a lounge, and the 24-hour front desk helps with late arrivals. Free on-site parking and pet-friendly rooms round out a practical choice in Markham.
4.0Hilton Suites Toronto-Markham Conference Centre & Spa
Pet-Friendly · 635 reviewsAll-suite comfort with a full-service spa and indoor pool
Why guests love itHilton Suites Toronto Markham is an all-suite hotel, and the separate living room and bedroom are what make it work for families: children can sleep while parents stay up. The indoor pool and hot tub fill an afternoon, the full-service spa gives parents a break, and on-site dining saves a drive. Pets are welcome. Downtown Toronto and the airport are each about a 25-minute drive. With a 7.9 rating across 635 reviews, I would book it for a longer family stay north of Toronto.
Local tips
- 1Book the Homewood Suites by Hilton for a stay with a dog, with a full kitchen and a clearly stated pet policy.
- 2Choose the Residence Inn for a family trip with a pet, with breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour front desk.
- 3Ask for a suite with a separate bedroom at the Hilton Suites so your pet has its own quiet space.
- 4Confirm the pet policy before booking the Hampton Inn, the TownePlace Suites or the Sonesta ES Suites.
- 5Use the guest laundry at the Sonesta ES Suites when a long stay with a dog brings mud back to the room.
- 6Plan walks at Toogood Pond in Unionville or on the trails of Rouge National Urban Park, east of the city.