Guides · New Port Richey, Florida
Pet-Friendly Places to Stay in New Port Richey, FL
A town that once meant to be Hollywood East now mostly wants a quiet place to walk the dog.
What the Local Housing Market Says About Pet Stays
New Port Richey has 17,057 people and 9,423 housing units. Of those, 718 are held for seasonal or recreational use. Keep that last figure in mind when you book with an animal. A meaningful slice of the local lodging stock exists for people who arrive with a season's worth of luggage — and a portion of it exists for people who arrive with a boat, a trailer, or a dog. Median age: 53.5. This is not a spring-break town, and the pace at the front desk reflects that.
Pasco County's river city incorporated on 24 October 1924. Its first council act that December was to accept a park donated by George Sims. A hundred years on, the same instinct — set aside some ground, let people use it — is what makes the place workable with a leash in hand.
Pet-Friendly Hotels on US-19 and Downtown
The Hacienda, a Historic 1927 Boutique Hotel at 5621 Main St carries a 4.6 rating from 630 reviews, the strongest in the set. It opened on 5 February 1927 with Ed Wynn as master of ceremonies. Its land was donated by James Meighan, brother of the silent-film star. Want to stay in the middle of the story this town almost told? This is the address.
Downtown also has the Comfort Inn & Suites New Port Richey Downtown District at 6206 US-19, rated 4.4 from 402 reviews. Further out, Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center at 5316 US-19 Building A is the volume leader here — 3.8 from 1,942 reviews, by far the most-reviewed property on this list, which tells you it handles a lot of traffic. River Side Inn at 7631 US-19 (3.2 from 349) and Green Key Beach Motel at 6434 US-19 (3.1 from 149) round out the US-19 corridor. Rodeway Inn New Port Richey at 6826 US-19 sits at 2.9 from 879 reviews.
Ratings are ratings. What matters with a pet is whether the property is set up for ground-level access and quick exits. That is a question for the front desk, not a review score.
Longer Stays: Apartments and Vacation Rentals
Coming for a season rather than a weekend? The rental stock is where the room is.
| Property | Address | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carlton Arms of Magnolia Valley | 7212 Carlton Arms Dr | 4.5 (479) |
| Sentry Management, Inc. | 7615 Little Rd | 4.6 (220) |
| Promenade at Summer Trace Apartments | 7425 Trouble Creek Rd | 4.3 (289) |
| Sawgrass Creek Apartments | 8930 Lazy River Loop | 4.1 (179) |
| Summer Lake Villas | 4331 Fiji Dr | 4.0 (247) |
Median gross rent in town is $1,154 and the median home value is $164,600, so a monthly rental here prices very differently from a nightly one. Median household income is $46,160 and unemployment runs 2.8 percent.
Campgrounds and RV Resorts for Pets
For the most straightforward pet arrangement, look at the two campgrounds. Seven Springs Travel Park at 8039 Old County Rd 54 rates 4.2 from 201 reviews; Orchid Lake RV Resort at 8225 Arevee Dr rates 4.3 from 197. Both are the kind of place where an animal is not an exception to be managed but simply part of the population.
What to Check Before You Book
When to come
The Chasco Fiesta runs ten days each spring, founded in 1922 and a century old in 2022. Live music every night from Sims Park, a Native American festival, a car and bike show, the crowning of King Pithla and Queen Chasco, and a parade that closes the main street. Proceeds go to local non-profits. Sims Park is the ground the council accepted on 2 December 1924, which makes it the oldest civic decision this town ever made.
Ten days of crowds and a dog is a mixed proposition. The park itself is the reason to be here the rest of the year.
Day trips worth the drive
Dade City is 37 miles east and holds the Kumquat Festival. Cedar Key, 66 miles up the coast, has the Seafood Festival. Clermont is 71 miles with Pig on the Pond; Mount Dora, 84 miles, runs both the Arts Festival and the Craft Fair. Arcadia, 92 miles, hosts the All-Florida Championship Rodeo.
A bachelor's degree or higher is held by 15.7 percent of residents. The town reads accordingly — quietly, without much performance.
What this town actually is
New Port Richey meant to be a Hollywood colony. Thomas Meighan built a house on the river in 1928 and wintered here, and for a few years the place drew Chaplin, Lupe Velez, Ann Harding, and a promotional name — Hollywood East. Then the boom collapsed and the ambition went with it.
What is left is a river town with a good park, a 1927 hotel, a campground or two, and a rental market sized for people who stay longer than a weekend. Bring the dog. The town is not in a hurry.
Common questions
- What pet-friendly hotels are in New Port Richey?
- The Hacienda, a Historic 1927 Boutique Hotel is a well-rated option, and Quality Inn & Suites Conference Center also accepts pets. Always call ahead to confirm current pet policies, fees, and size limits before booking.
- Are there pet-friendly campgrounds or RV parks in New Port Richey?
- Yes, Seven Springs Travel Park and Orchid Lake RV Resort are both campgrounds in New Port Richey that welcome pets. They offer RV sites and amenities; check directly for breed restrictions and leash rules.
- Which New Port Richey vacation rentals allow pets?
- Carlton Arms of Magnolia Valley, Summer Lake Villas, and Sawgrass Creek Apartments are vacation rental options that may allow pets. Policies vary by unit, so confirm with the property before you book.
- Are there pet-friendly places to stay near Sims Park in New Port Richey?
- The Hacienda, a Historic 1927 Boutique Hotel is on Main Street near Sims Park and accepts pets. Comfort Inn & Suites New Port Richey Downtown District is also close by; verify its pet policy when reserving.
- What should I know about bringing my pet to New Port Richey?
- Many hotels, vacation rentals, and campgrounds in New Port Richey accept pets, but policies differ. Always contact the property directly to confirm fees, weight limits, and any restrictions before you arrive.
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