What’s a holiday without your best friend? Pet friendly hotels are the best way for you and your dog to see the sights. We’ve scoured the internet to find some of the world’s most welcoming hotels for dogs.

Remember that travel is stressful on all of us sometimes. Try feeding your dog lightly before and after flights and long drives. When you take a rest stop, your dog should too.

Staying in pet friendly hotels helps your dog feel at ease, but remember to double check your booking before you leaving home. Ask what supplies the hotel provides and what paperwork you need to bring. Some pet friendly hotels request vaccination papers.

Pet friendly hotels often charge a room deposit and cleaning fee. Ask about these when you book.

The Rubens at the Palace -39 Buckingham Palace Road, London

This is the five-star luxury of pet friendly hotels. The Rubens provides all four-legged guests with a welcome hamper of toys, treats, clean-up bags and a special Ruben’s collar tag. Custom bowls and a bed for your dog will be provided for your stay. Walking, sitting, grooming and vet services are available on-site.

Affinia Manhattan – New York, NY

New York is one of the world’s top tourist destinations. From shopping to sight seeing this city has it all. The Affinia is one of our favourite pet friendly hotels. Its Jet-Set-Pet program has gifts for your pooch including a travel water bowl, a chew toy to commemorate your trip and a tin of organic treats. During your stay the hotel also provides food and water bowls and a comfy dog bed.

Candlewood Suites La Vegas – Las Vegas, NV

These suites offer enough space for your four-legged friend to really stretch out. Their weight limit on dogs is much higher than other pet friendly hotels, maxing out at 80 lbs. This hotel is a quick stroll to the Strip for the most exciting dog walk of your life, and Rover is tired he can nap in the room while you’re out as long as he’s in a kennel.

Royal Pacific Resort – Olando, FL

This pet friendly hotel features special green spaces just for dogs! Upon arrival your furry guest will receive a welcome gift, and his own special food and water bowls to use during his stay. Their pet room service menu might just make your jealous, and you can arrange for dog walking and grooming through the concierge.

Hollywood Condo Vacation Rental – Los Angeles, CA

You’ll feel like you just stepped off the set when you rent this condo from the film The Appearance of Things. Your dog receives an array of gifts including toys, treats and his own towel for drying off after a swim. You’re only 20 minutes away from downtown and the airport and best yet, a quick walk to the world famous Laurel Canyon Dog Park!

Fairmount Royal York – Toronto, Ontario Canada

Treat your puppy like a prince! Fairmount Hotels are known for their upscale style. See the sites like the CN Tower and Castle Loma in the heart of Canada’s largest city. Toronto is very welcoming to dogs, just make sure to bring your leash. This hotel is a proud member of Pets Can Stay a website promoting pet friendly hotels in Canada. (petscanstay.com)

Bon voyage and remember to have fun! These pet friendly hotels aren’t just for Rover.

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