An escape from routine just isn’t the same without your spirited, furry companion by your side. Whether they’re basking in the wind during a car ride or calmly soaring through the skies, your pet’s joy becomes your own. The worry of leaving them behind with a pet sitter, thinking you’ll never return, fades away. According to Hepper.com, a staggering 78 percent of Americans travel with their pets (though this number decreases to 60 percent globally). Among these travellers, 25 million dog owners bring their furry friends to pet-welcoming hotels. So, which hotels go the extra mile for our canine pals? Here are 13 remarkable options to consider. Read on, plan your stay, and create an itinerary together with your pet!
Top Pet-Friendly Hotels in the USA 2023
1. Cypress Inn | Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An architectural gem from 1929, once owned by the late actress Doris Day, the Cypress Inn holds the title of “probably the most famous dog-friendly hotel in the country,” according to Sunset Magazine. Influenced by Day, this charming seaside town welcomes pets with its leashless beach, numerous outdoor dining options, and plentiful water bowls and treats scattered around town. The inn even provides a special outdoor dog-washing area, allowing your furry friend to enjoy the beach while keeping the sand at bay. Fido can indulge in off-menu dog meals at the in-house restaurant and lounge. The pet fees are quite reasonable: $30/night for one pet, $50 for two, or $70 for three. Bring the whole furry family along!
2. W Hotel | Miami, FL
Miami recently introduced a new pet-friendly PAW menu called BONEappétit for its rooftop restaurant. With offerings like grilled Wagyu beef in the burger bowl, your pet might dine better than you! The human PAW rents can relish signature cocktails named after dog breeds. Your canine companion gets a complimentary bandana, a custom bed in the room, and special turndown treats. There’s a one-time pet fee of $100 per stay, along with a daily $25 cleaning surcharge.
3. Le Merigot | Santa Monica, CA
Joining Marriott’s Autograph Collection, Le Merigot greets your pet with a welcome treat upon check-in and provides a plush pet bed. The hotel boasts a private on-site dog park, allowing dogs to explore and play while humans relax on shaded benches. Although dogs can’t access the hotel’s beach, they can enjoy a leashed stroll along the Santa Monica Pier and its boardwalks. The fee is $150 per stay for up to two pets.
4. The Line | Washington, DC
More than just dog-friendly, The Line embraces feline companions too. Pets stay free of charge with no fees or weight limits, offering a prime location in D.C.’s nightlife scene. The hotel staff assists in finding pet-friendly spots, providing courtesy cleanup bags, water bowls, and treats. This pet-friendly policy extends to The Line’s hotels in Austin, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.
5. The Cottages Nantucket Boat Basin | Nantucket, MA
Combining dogs and water, this hotel’s waterfront Woof Cottages offer amenities like doggie beds, bowls, personalized pet tags, and welcome bags filled with nautical-themed chew toys and treats. The pet fee is $65 per night for up to two pets.
6. The Chatwal | New York, NY
Situated in Manhattan’s theatre district, The Chatwal allows dogs up to 50 pounds for a one-time $100 pet cleaning fee. Dogs receive a NYC yellow cab plush toy, a doggie treats menu resembling a playbill, a pet bed, red Chatwal-themed food bowls, and a VIPet Chatwal tag for their collar.
7. Mandarin Oriental | Boston, MA
The Pampered Pup program at Mandarin Oriental offers deluxe amenities for four-legged guests, including doggie bowls, a deluxe dog sofa, a personalized welcome treat, and a “Wag Bag” with gifts. Dogs can choose meals from an in-room “doggie dining menu.” There’s a one-time deep cleaning fee of $150 based on double human occupancy with one dog.
8. Montage Palmetto Bluff | Bluffton, SC
Set amid 20,000 acres of preserved Lowcountry land, this hotel welcomes up to two small domestic pets for a $150 charge. The fee includes pet beds, bowls, and treats, along with special pet menu options. Pet sitting, dog walking, and grooming services are available.
9. Virgin Hotels | Chicago, IL
Pets of all sizes and breeds can stay for free in one of 44 exclusive pet-friendly chambers, equipped with food and water bowls, treats, and a comfortable dog bed. The hotel even provides a Virgin Hotels–branded bandana for your furry friend.
10. Bobby Hotel | Nashville, TN
Located in downtown Nashville, the Bobby Hotel runs a unique Dog-in-Residence Pet Program in partnership with the Nashville Humane Association. Adopted dogs are trained to be emotional support animals and given to U.S. veterans in need. There is a $50 fee per dog with a maximum of two per room. Nearby Riverfront Park features a dog park for walks and playtime.
11. Four Seasons Hotel | Austin, TX
Welcoming dogs, cats, and other domesticated animals under 60 pounds, this hotel offers resort-like backyard spaces for pets to run and play. They provide amenities like cosy beds, squeaky toys, and food bowls with house-made biscuits. The hotel also offers a room service menu specially crafted for dogs.
12. The St. Regis Aspen Resort | Aspen, CO
Honouring the legacy of John Jacob Astor IV, The St. Regis Aspen Resort allows visiting dogs to stay in rooms for $100 per room for the first night and $25 per day afterwards. Dog beds and bowls are offered at check-in, and dog sitting or walking services are available for an extra fee.
13. Pendry | San Diego, CA
At Pendry, up to two dogs (or even mini horses!) of any size can stay for a $100 flat fee. The hotel provides beds, bowls, treats, and waste bags. Nearby Coronado Dog Beach offers a leash-free area, and baseball fans can bring their dogs to The Backyard at Petco Park for a semi-private viewing experience during Padres games.
These pet-friendly hotels offer a range of amenities and services catered to make your furry friends feel just as welcome and pampered as their human companions.