Bloomington is a great town to bring a pet — especially if they like attention. With tons of sights to see (and smell), your pet won’t be bored in B-Town.
While Bloomington itself is pet friendly, not every hotel will be. Luckily, there are plenty of options that can cater to your furry friend. Here are a few of the most popular places to stay for visitors with four-legged friends.
Graduate by Hilton Bloomington
Located on Kirkwood Avenue just a few blocks from Sample Gates, the Graduate is a popular destination for Indiana University sports fans. Rooms are decorated with vintage IU memorabilia, and the ground floor has room to study, work and catch a bite to eat or drink at Poindexter.
The Graduate allows guests to bring up to two pets weighing 75 pounds or under for a fee of $75.
Home2 Suites by Hilton Bloomington
If you’re looking to hear the roar of Memorial Stadium from your room, Home2 Suites may be the right place for you. The hotel is just over a 10-minute walk from the stadium and allows up to two dogs or cats weighing a combined 75 pounds or less for a fee of $56.
The hotel offers free parking, free breakfast, a fitness center and pool.
Guests staying in Bloomington for more than a few nights may feel most comfortable at Candlewood Suites. The extended-stay suites include a kitchen, living room and work desk, making it perfect for a longer visit or for guests who prefer to cook their own meals.
Pets are allowed, but up-to-date vaccination records are required at check in. Guests staying for up to six nights must pay a pet fee of $75, and guests staying from seven to 14 nights must pay $150. A maximum of two pets under 80 pounds are allowed per room.
Century Suites is a secluded option located off State Road 46 on Bloomington’s east side. The property features a garden and picnic area and has a good amount of outdoor space for your pet to burn off some energy. Guests can choose to stay in an apartment or townhome-style room, and extended stays up to 28 nights at a time are welcome. Pets are allowed for a fee of $50 per pet.
When vacationing with dogs that need space to run, Airbnb and VRBO rentals are often smart options. Bloomington has an abundance of pet-friendly spaces available for short and long-term stays. These rentals are scattered all over the city, so guests can choose whether they want to be set in the heart of downtown Bloomington or hidden in the trees along the edge of Monroe Lake. Each rental will have its own set of rules regarding pets, so be sure to read carefully before booking.
This story was originally published in the Indiana Daily Student's spring 2026 Source Campus Visitor's Guide.
