Month: July 2024

Traveling with pets can be a delightful experience, but finding the right accommodations can be a challenge. Thankfully, many hotels across the USA are not only welcoming to pets but also offer special amenities for your furry friends. 

Here are 10 pet-friendly hotels in the USA that ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay for both you and your pet.

1. Kimpton Hotels – There are no size or weight restrictions and no extra fees for bringing your pet along. 
2. Loews Hotels – Loews Hotels offer a program called “Loews Loves Pets.” 
3. Fairmont Hotels & Resorts – Many Fairmont locations, such as the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston, offer pet-friendly rooms and services.
4. Aloft Hotels – Aloft Hotels’ “Arf Program” offers pet beds, bowls, and complimentary doggie bags.
5. The Liberty Hotel, Boston – With its “Liberty Loves Pets” program, pets are greeted with personalized welcome amenities, including treats, bowls, and pet beds.

Continue reading for the complete list of pet-friendly hotels in the USA.

How to Find Out if a Hotel Is Pet-Friendly

Check the Hotel’s Website

Start by visiting the hotel’s official website. Most hotels have a dedicated section for their pet policy, often under the “Amenities” or “FAQs” sections. Look for details on any restrictions, additional fees, and amenities offered for pets.

Call the Hotel Directly

A quick phone call to the hotel’s front desk can provide you with up-to-date and specific information. Ask about their pet policy, any size or breed restrictions, fees, and available pet amenities. This also allows you to ask about any recent changes that might not be updated on the website.

Read Online Reviews

Websites like TripAdvisor, Yelp, and Google Reviews can be valuable resources. Look for reviews from other pet owners who have stayed at the hotel. These reviews often provide insights into how accommodating the hotel is for pets and any potential issues you might encounter.

Use Pet-Friendly Travel Websites

Websites such as BringFido, Petswelcome, and DogFriendly specialize in pet-friendly travel accommodations. These sites allow you to search for hotels that welcome pets and often include detailed information about the pet policies and amenities.

Check Booking Websites

When using booking platforms like Booking.com, Expedia, or Hotels.com, use the filter options to select “pet-friendly” accommodations. These platforms usually provide details on the pet policy, including any additional charges.

Look for Pet-Friendly Symbols

Many hotels display a pet-friendly symbol on their marketing materials, website, and booking pages. This symbol indicates that pets are welcome and that the hotel has facilities or services catering to pets.

Review the Hotel’s Social Media

Check the hotel’s social media pages, such as Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Hotels often post about their pet-friendly policies and showcase photos of pets enjoying their stay. This can give you a sense of how pet-friendly the hotel truly is.

Consider the Hotel Chain

Some hotel chains are known for their pet-friendly policies. For example, Kimpton Hotels, Loews Hotels, and many others have established reputations for welcoming pets. Knowing which chains are generally pet-friendly can simplify your search.

Ask for Recommendations

If you’re part of a pet-owner community or online group, ask for recommendations. Fellow pet owners can provide personal experiences and suggest hotels that are truly accommodating to pets.

Check for Nearby Pet Amenities

In addition to the hotel’s policy, consider the surrounding area. Look for nearby pet parks, walking trails, and pet-friendly restaurants. A hotel in a pet-friendly neighborhood can enhance your overall experience.

Understand the Rules and Fees

Make sure you understand all the rules and fees associated with bringing your pet. Some hotels have specific rules regarding pet size, breed restrictions, and whether pets can be left unattended in the room. Knowing these details in advance can help you avoid surprises.

Confirm Your Reservation

Once you’ve found a pet-friendly hotel, confirm your reservation by mentioning that you’ll be bringing a pet. This ensures that the hotel is aware and can prepare for your arrival, making the check-in process smoother.

By following these steps, you can find a hotel that will welcome both you and your pet, ensuring a pleasant and stress-free stay.

Pet-Friendly Hotels Across the USA

Traveling with your pet doesn’t mean compromising on comfort and luxury. These 10 hotels across the USA go above and beyond to ensure that both you and your furry companion have an unforgettable stay. 

Kimpton Hotels

With locations across the country, Kimpton Hotels are known for their exceptional pet-friendly policies. There are no size or weight restrictions and no extra fees for bringing your pet along. 

Many locations offer pet beds, bowls, and even a Director of Pet Relations to make your pet feel at home.

Loews Hotels

Loews Hotels offer a program called “Loews Loves Pets,” which includes gourmet room service menus for cats and dogs, specialized bedding, leashes, collars, litter boxes, and more. Their staff can provide maps of local dog-walking routes, pet-friendly restaurants, and parks.

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Many Fairmont locations, such as the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston, offer pet-friendly rooms and services. They often provide pet beds, food, and water bowls, and some locations even have pet mascots to greet guests.

Fairmont welcomes pets up to 25 pounds for a one-time fee of $150. Pets must be leashed at all times and cannot be left unattended in the room. Guests are responsible for any damage caused by their pets.

Aloft Hotels

Aloft Hotels’ “Arf Program” offers pet beds, bowls, and complimentary doggie bags. Their pet policy is straightforward, ensuring your pet feels as comfortable as you do during your stay.

The Liberty Hotel, Boston

This historic hotel provides a luxurious experience for both you and your pet. With its “Liberty Loves Pets” program, pets are greeted with personalized welcome amenities, including treats, bowls, and pet beds. The hotel is conveniently located near the Boston Common, perfect for walks.

The W Hotel, Scottsdale

This vibrant hotel offers a “Pets Are Welcome” (PAW) program, ensuring your furry friend has all the comforts of home, including a bed, bowls, and a special treat at check-in. The hotel’s central location allows for easy access to pet-friendly parks and dining options.

The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch

Located in Colorado, this luxury mountain resort offers a “Bachelor’s Pack” program, including a dog bed, bowls, and treats. The resort’s extensive grounds provide plenty of space for your pet to explore.

The St. Regis Aspen Resort

This resort offers a “Pet Pampering” program, including pet beds, bowls, and a selection of treats. The nearby hiking trails and open spaces are perfect for outdoor adventures with your pet.

The Kimpton Hotel Monaco, Denver

The Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Denver provides a warm welcome to pets of all sizes. They offer pet beds, bowls, and mats, along with a nightly wine reception where pets are welcome.

Hotel del Coronado, San Diego

This iconic beachfront hotel offers a “Del Dogs & Cats” program, which includes gourmet room service menus for pets, specialized bedding, and walking routes. The hotel’s proximity to the dog-friendly Coronado Beach makes it an ideal destination for pet owners.

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As a body confidence coach and fitness presenter, one thing that I know for sure is that we have to find ways to do and enjoy the things that we love doing. For me, this is movement. I trained as a dancer and fitness presenter in my early life and have been teaching fitness related workouts and classes all through my life, for which I am so grateful.

However, I also have chronic Arthritis in my feet, toes, spine and fingers. At one point I thought that I would never walk again, let alone dance. However, our bodies are truly amazing and over the years, I have learnt how to adapt my movements so that I can still love and enjoy all the things that make me feel fit, happy and fabulous!

I hope you enjoy this lovely chair workout for the upper body. It is for every body, no matter what size, shape or age you are. I don’t use weights in this workout; however, please feel free to add in some weights to make the workout as challenging as you need.

As with all movement classes, please make sure that you wear comfortable clothing, drink plenty of water to re-hydrate and that you do not have an injury or any other medical condition which would make exercising hard for you.

My Top Tips for a Fabulous Movement Class

Set Aside Time for You!

Don’t allow distractions during your workout session. Turn off your phone and make sure you won’t be disturbed.

Greet and Check Your Body

Say “hello” to your body before you do the class and check in with how your body feels. Notice your energy levels and if this is the right time to do the workout. Get to know when your body likes to work out. Some people love to exercise in the early morning whilst for others, it may be later on in the day.

Set an Intention for the Class

This may be something like, “I intend to feel good and have more energy.” Or, “My intention is to focus on my posture and enjoy every moment of this workout.” This helps the mind to engage with your body in a more meaningful way and promote a positive mind and body relationship.

Choose Appropriate Clothes

Wear comfortable clothing that you can move and stretch easily in. Tight waistbands may make you feel constricted so choose clothes that love your body.

Personalize the Workout

Adapt any movement that feels challenging to do. For example, lower the arms if moving them over your head feels uncomfortable.

Watch for Signs from Your Body

Stop if any movement causes you pain or discomfort. Always listen to your body and respond with kind attention. Remember, this is your beautiful body, and the key is to show your body that you care.

Exercise Out of Love for Your Body

Learn to love the feeling that movement gives you. For me, exercising is all about loving our bodies and showing ourselves that we care.

Adapt Your Moves to Feel Awesome

The real secret to being able to move better and with more joy is being able to constantly adapt to where you are and how you feel. Each day of our life is different. No two days are ever the same so why should our body, energy or ability be? Spend a little time tuning in to how your body feels at the start of every day. Become aware of your energy levels and always adapt your movements to suit how you are feeling.

The Workout at a Glance

For those of you who want to have a readout of the exercises in the workout video, here is a list in order of the movements. Enjoy! For beginners, it is great to start with around eight repetitions of the movement and increase as you desire. Start with doing one set of each movement and progress to two or three sets.

Warm Up

Sit with your spine long and feet flat on the floor. Raise both shoulders up towards the ears in a gentle fluid movement and lower gently. Repeat. Then raise both arms above the head and lower to the sides. Breathe in as you raise the arms and exhale as you lower the arms.

Bicep Curls

Keep your elbows in to your sides and your hands in a gentle fist. Raise and lower your lower arms bringing your hands to your shoulders and down again to the starting position.

Lateral Arm Raises

Take both arms out to the sides and raise to just above shoulder height or wherever you find comfortable. Keep the movement strong and defined.

Alternate Bicep Curls

Repeat the first bicep movement only this time do it with alternating arms.

Lateral Pull Downs

Raise both arms above the head and pull your arms down in a wide action to the sides. Make this movement strong and powerful.

Open Your Heart

Sit tall in your chair and raise both arms forward and front to shoulder height. Then, gently, pull your elbows back, squeezing your shoulder blades together. (Imagine that they are kissing each other). Bring the arms forward once more and lower back to the starting position. Repeat.

Single Arm Reaches

Place one hand on your upper thigh. Reach the other arm high into the air and fully stretch, right up to your fingertips. Repeat eight times (or more) and change arms.

Chest Flies

Bring both arms out to the sides and bend the elbows. Elbows should be in line with your shoulders if possible. Keeping the elbows lifted, squeeze both arms in together bringing your elbows in as close as you can in front of you. Open the arms out again to the side and repeat. As you are doing this movement, see if you can create a feeling of resistance as you bring the arms together.

Cross Pulls

Bring both arms up and go diagonally across your body. Join your hands together and keep them clasped all of the way through the exercise. Bring both arms down in a single movement, bringing them across your body to the opposite hip. Repeat eight times on the right and eight on the left.

Triceps Extensions

Inhale and bring one hand behind your head with your fingers pointing down your spine. Gently raise the arm upwards as you exhale. Lower the arm back down trying to keep your elbow pointing towards the sky. If this position is uncomfortable to hold, try supporting the underneath of the arm with your other hand. Repeat 8 times on one side and then switch to the other.

Complete the workout by raising and lowering the shoulders. Take one arm across your body and scoop the other arm underneath as you stretch the arm across your body. Hold for at least 10 seconds. Repeat on the other side.

Remember to Thank Your Body

Feeling good about ourselves means that we cultivate a loving, kind and compassionate relationship with our body, mind, heart and soul. A lovely practice is to thank your body at the end of each workout and gently remind yourself how blessed you are. Our bodies do so much for us and allow us to experience the joys of life in so many different ways. From being able to hug those we love to being able to read, sing, paint, dance, walk, watch a breathtaking sunset or simply curl up with our favourite beverage.

If you would love more workouts, body confidence tips and inspiration for feeling fabulous please follow me on Instagram @romancingyourbody. I would love to have your company and you would be most welcome.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

What relationship do you maintain with your body? Do you love it, hate it, or something else? Why do you usually exercise? Do you do it because you love your body or for some other reason?