Pawliday Inn
Bellaire and West University Place are two small cities with Houston all around them, and families in both tend to travel a lot, whether for school breaks, work trips or visits to relatives. If you need dog boarding near Bellaire or West U, Pawliday Inn is south of you in southwest Houston, on Cedarhurst Dr. Your dog gets a staffed overnight stay with meals, potty breaks and yard play, and you get a drop-off that doesn't involve crossing the whole city on the way to the airport.
What's different about boarding from Bellaire and West U
Your neighbors are probably away when you are
Both cities are full of families on school calendars. When Thanksgiving, winter break, spring break and the start of summer roll around, the neighbor who usually feeds your dog may be on the same flight you are. That's often when families start looking at boarding instead of relying on favors.
Holiday stays have their own rules, including a longer seven-day cancellation window and a deposit for the full stay. Read our guide to booking holiday dog boarding early before you book flights.
Small lots, close neighbors
Homes in West U and Bellaire often sit close together, and yards can be small, especially where a new, larger house has replaced an older one. A dog left home with a twice-a-day sitter may spend long stretches inside, and a bored, lonely dog barking through the fence is hard on everyone nearby. Boarding with daily yard play gives your dog more to do.
Rebuilds and moves
New construction is common in both cities. If you're moving out during a rebuild, staying in temporary housing that doesn't take dogs, or packing up for a move, boarding can keep your dog safe during the most chaotic days. Open doors and work crews make escapes more likely.
What overnight boarding includes
Every guest at Pawliday Inn gets:
- Staff on site 24/7
- Breakfast and dinner
- Three scheduled potty breaks a day, separate from daycare
- Free yard play
- A small, medium or large kennel based on your dog's size
Boarding add-ons include walks, basic baths and extra meals. A basic bath before pick-up means your dog comes home clean.
We encourage you to bring your dog's own food, toys and blankets. Familiar food helps avoid stomach upsets, and familiar smells help at bedtime. Our packing list for dog boarding has the full checklist. For a broader overview, see dog boarding in Houston.
Already a daycare family?
If your dog already comes to us for daycare, the building, staff and yards will feel familiar on their first night. Our page on dog daycare for Bellaire families covers the daytime side.
Getting here from Bellaire and West U
Pawliday Inn is south of both cities, near Meyerland, Westbury and Willow Meadows.
- From Bellaire: head south, across Brays Bayou and the South Loop (I-610), into southwest Houston toward Cedarhurst Dr. Hillcroft and Fondren are the main north-south roads on our side of town.
- From West University Place: you're a bit farther northeast. Head south toward the South Loop, then continue south and west into southwest Houston.
Your map app will pick the fastest route for the time of day. When you're close, look for the larger-than-life pup painted on our building at 11206 Cedarhurst Dr.
Timing your drop-off around a flight
Both Hobby and Bush Intercontinental are a drive from this part of town, so many families drop off the evening before or on the morning of an afternoon flight. Boarding is available seven days a week, and drop-off and pick-up happen during our hours:
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 7:00 am to 6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am to 4:30 pm |
| Sunday | By appointment |
Pick-up after 6:30 p.m. has a late fee. If you're coming home on a Sunday, call us at (346) 522 4472 to set a time.
Booking and requirements
Book online. A card on file is required, and boarding reservations take a deposit, with the balance due at pick-up.
- Standard stays: cancel more than 48 hours ahead for a deposit refund.
- Holiday stays: seven-day cancellation window, with a deposit for the full stay.
- Weekends: two-night minimum.
Every dog needs current Rabies, DHPP and Bordetella vaccinations, plus regular flea, tick and intestinal parasite prevention. Please tell us about any known behavior, such as aggression, fearfulness, resource guarding, separation anxiety, escape tendencies, or prior bites or injuries. We may refuse service to dogs that don't meet requirements or show signs of illness.
Prepaid night packages are available if you board often. See current rates on our homepage, and full rules on our policies page.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pawliday Inn in Bellaire?
No. We're in southwest Houston, south of Bellaire and West University Place, near Meyerland and Westbury.
Can I drop my dog off the night before an early flight?
Yes, if you drop off during our hours. Weekdays run until 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays until 4:30 p.m. Sunday is by appointment.
Do you board dogs during home rebuilds?
Yes. Boarding works for trips, moves and construction. Call us at (346) 522 4472 to talk through longer stays.
Can my dog do daycare and boarding?
Yes. Many dogs do both, and daycare can make the first overnight stay feel more familiar.