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18 Dog-Friendly Hotels That Cater To Pets

Written by: Brandon Rhoads

May 27, 2014

Finding a dog-friendly hotel while traveling can be a pain. Wouldn’t it be nice if there were hotels where the staff was happy to see your dog when you checked in? Then today’s your lucky day.

Here are 18 hotels that will happily cater to your dog.

1. Lamb and Lion, Cape Cod, MA

This New England gem offers in-room sitting for your dog so you can enjoy the human world without having to leave your pup alone. The Lamb and Lion is near a number of dog-friendly beaches, and even offers dog-friendly whale watching.

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2. Le Meurice, Paris, France

Le Meurice has been dog-friendly since the workers who constructed the building took in a stray Greyhound over 100 years ago. To this day the Greyhound is the official mascot of Le Meurice. The staff treats dogs to a pet basket, a bowl engraved with your pooch’s name, and dog-specific menus. The staff is also happy to walk your pup.

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3. The Curtis Hotel, Denver, CO

This DoubleTree accommodation goes the extra mile to welcome your dog. The staff provides your pup with food and water bowls and lots of walks. They’ll also take a photo of your dog to hang on the pet club board in the lobby.

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4. The Heathman Hotel, Kirkland, WA

Do you like the idea of a hotel offering your dog a bed? Well, this hotel offers your dog three. You can choose from a simple pillow model, a heated bed, or an organic bed (for dogs with allergies). They also offer their own unique dog treat, the Twisted Biscuit, made in their own kitchen.

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Check out this video interview of some doggone satisfied Heathman guests:

5. Loews Hotels

At Loews, they believe that pets are people,too. While staying at a Loews Hotel, your dog will enjoy a room service menu for pets. Loews will also provide a welcome package including treats, a personalized bowl and bed. A number of services are provided, including walks and in-room sitting. Loews can be found in major cities through the United States.

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6. Audrey’s Farmhouse Bed & Breakfast, Wallkill, NY

Audrey’s offers pet-sitting, but the real appeal of this B&B is that it encourages you to spend time with your dog. Their policy is an “off-leash” policy, allowing dogs to roam about the acreage and join you on nature hikes and other relaxing activities about the property. They even prepare bedtimes snacks for you and your pup.

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7. Mandarin Oriental

Found in Washington, D.C., Miami, Atlanta, and Paris, France, each location offers its own unique services, but all have in-room dining for dogs. In D.C. your pooch will be pampered by the Puppy Love package, which includes a welcome bag for the pup and exclusive parking for the human. In Miami, dogs receive a personalized golden collar tag.

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8. Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch, CO

Enjoy hikes with your dog at the base of Beaver Creek Mountain or roaring fires in the lobby. Your dog can also receive an in-room massage, or order from the dog-friendly room service menu (which comes with a dessert of liver kisses, mmmmmmmm). Though there is a fee for keeping your dog in your room, %20 percent of the fee is donated to the ASPCA. 😉

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9. Phineas Swann Bed & Breakfast, Montgomery Center, VT

As if swimming in the nearby Trout River with your dog wouldn’t be pawesome enough, while staying at Phineas Swan your pup will receive their own bed, special towels, and walking services. But there’s also the option to upgrade your dog experience with the Deluxe Dog Spa Package.

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10. Topnotch Resort, Stowe, VT

At Topnotch they go all out to pamper your pup. If your dog joins you in their accommodations, Topnotch will provide doggie turndown service (including dog bed and bowl), dog treats at tea time in the lobby, and a pet sitter. Last but not least, your dog will get a Rover Reiki Massage from a specially trained therapist in the privacy of your room!

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11. The Hughenden, Sydney, Australia

Not only can your dog join you in your room at the Hughenden, they can join you for breakfast! The hotel neighbors the leash-free Centennial Parkway where your pup can play to their heart’s content. Other dog services include a trip to the Dog Day Spa.

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12. Trump International Hotel & Tower, Chicago, IL

Expect the best from a stay at any Trump Hotel. And if you stay at the Trump Tower, Chicago, your pup can anticipate the same. In-room dining caters to both human and canine. Toys will be provided to keep your dog entertained. Also, the concierge will offer maps of dog-friendly parks and activities near the hotel.

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13. Yufuin Garden Hotel, Oita, Japan

Charmingly cultivated gardens and indoor exercise areas offer a delicate blend of luxury and tranquility, and were built with your dog in mind. Running waters, hot springs, and outdoor exercise paddocks will indulge your dog’s inner puppy. And if your pup is there for their birthday, they will receive a complimentary slice of cake!

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14. Ten Thousand Waves, Santa Fe, NM

If you rent a private bath at Ten Thousand Waves your dog can join you! The resort also features 8 ryokan-style houses with fences to allow the occupants’ dogs to run and play. Ten Thousand Waves prides itself on being “inclusive, not exclusive.”

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15. The Muse, New York, NY

The Muse will accommodate your pup with beds, bowls, and walks. The Muse is a Kimpton property, and all Kimpton hotels pride themselves on being dog-friendly. At The Muse, dog services are not an exception, but the rule. To prove it, their director of pet relations, Ginger, mans the desk to greet the guests!

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16. XV Beacon, Boston, MA

Considered a “special guest” and not a “pet,” your dog will be regarded as the member of your family it is. The Beacon will arrange for walks and sitting if necessary and plush bed turndown service is available. Their optional $25 dollar “special guest” fee is donated entirely to the MSPCA.

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17. The Milestone, London, UK

The Milestone offers a very long list of items for your dog. Too many to list here actually, but some of the niftier items include emergency veterinarian service, birthday parties, and bathrobes!

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18. Dog Bark Park Inn, Cottonwood, ID

Yeah. It’s a B&B shaped like a giant friggin’ Beagle. That’s aces. This big dog shrine might not offer the luxurious amenities of some big city hotels, but wow, it’s a big dog shrine. And it’s no surprise that your pets are welcome.

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Written by: Brandon Rhoads

May 27, 2014

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