Tanya Schliff — January 17, 2007 — Lifestyle
References: blog.directoryofhotels
I have mentioned before the growing trend in luxury traveling with your pets and am always looking for new and exciting places to take a jaunt with our pups, Henry & Harley. Forbes Traveler reports on 10 Pet-Friendly Luxury Hotels that not only fit the bill of a fabulous place to stay with your pet, but they offer programs and attractions for the lucky devils, too.
W Hotel, Westwood, Los Angeles - W offers pet friendly atmosphere nationwide and includes tags, custom bed, pet in room door sign
Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix, Arizona - Stay in one of the cottages with an enclosed yard, 39-acre resort and many common grassy areas, room service pet meals
Cypress Inn, Carmel, California - One of my personal favorites, easy off-leash beach access, common areas for dining with your pet
Loews, Santa Monica, CA - offers no weight restrictions
Soho Grand, NYC - If you can't bring your pet they will provide you with your very own goldfish and will bag it up and let you take it home
Mountain Lodge, Telluride, Colorado - Offers “Eleveted Pooch Package†and includes welcome snacks, Frisbee discs and an off-leash policy on lodge property.
Hotel Monaco, Seattle - Offers dog coats and room service menu
Mayfair Hotel and Spa, Coconut Grove, Florida - Close proximity to “Coco Walkâ€
Hotel Derek, Houston, Texas - Walking services
Palmer House, Chicago - Hounds up to 85 pounds
W Hotel, Westwood, Los Angeles - W offers pet friendly atmosphere nationwide and includes tags, custom bed, pet in room door sign
Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix, Arizona - Stay in one of the cottages with an enclosed yard, 39-acre resort and many common grassy areas, room service pet meals
Cypress Inn, Carmel, California - One of my personal favorites, easy off-leash beach access, common areas for dining with your pet
Loews, Santa Monica, CA - offers no weight restrictions
Soho Grand, NYC - If you can't bring your pet they will provide you with your very own goldfish and will bag it up and let you take it home
Mountain Lodge, Telluride, Colorado - Offers “Eleveted Pooch Package†and includes welcome snacks, Frisbee discs and an off-leash policy on lodge property.
Hotel Monaco, Seattle - Offers dog coats and room service menu
Mayfair Hotel and Spa, Coconut Grove, Florida - Close proximity to “Coco Walkâ€
Hotel Derek, Houston, Texas - Walking services
Palmer House, Chicago - Hounds up to 85 pounds
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Pet Travel - The growing trend of luxury traveling with pets presents opportunities for innovative pet-friendly accommodations and services.
2. Customized Pet Amenities - The demand for personalized pet amenities, such as custom beds and pet in-room door signs, opens up possibilities for companies to offer unique and tailored experiences for pets.
3. Pet-friendly Experiences - The emergence of pet-friendly programs and attractions at luxury hotels provides a chance for businesses to create memorable experiences for both pets and their owners.
Industry Implications
1. Hospitality - Luxury hotels can capitalize on the trend of pet-friendly travel by offering exclusive pet amenities and services.
2. Pet Care - The need for specialized pet meals, walking services, and other pet-related services creates opportunities for pet care businesses to cater to the luxury pet travel market.
3. Travel and Tourism - The growing demand for pet-friendly travel experiences highlights the potential for travel and tourism companies to develop unique itineraries and packages specifically tailored for pet owners.
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