Kimpton Gray Hotel

Kimpton Gray is on Monroe Street in the Loop.

Its pet policy sets almost no limits. In the hotel's own words, pets of "any size, weight or breed" are welcome, with no extra charge and no deposit. The one practical limit it names is that the pet has to fit in the elevator.

What it provides: a loaner pet bed, food and water bowls, mats, courtesy bags, a door hanger telling housekeeping there is a pet in the room, and a concierge list of local pet services. Pets are also welcome at the hotel's nightly wine hour.

What it does not publish: whether a dog may be left alone in the room, and whether a crate is required. Ask at check-in.

The hotel's own page points to Grant Park and the Riverwalk for walks. In Chicago a dog must be leashed everywhere except inside a fenced Dog Friendly Area, and using one needs a Park District permit.