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Luxury Hotels Have Gone to the Dogs

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Luxury Hotels Have Gone to the Dogs

Some perks are available only to guests who are pets

Illustration of a dog sitting on a chair and pouring himself a drink. A steak sits on a plate in front of him and a collar lays to his side.

WHILE MORE budget-friendly hotels have opened up their rooms to travelers with pets for several years, the trend is now hitting luxury properties. “When we create special moments for dogs, we’re creating lasting memories for their humans too,” says Courtney Griffith, general manager of the Hotel Teatro in Denver. (It can book dog services such as canine massage and “pawdicures.”) Other examples:

▶︎ At the Gunter Hotel in San Antonio, dogs can get a chef-curated dining experience including short rib, chuck and brisket, with food prices up to $14.

▶︎ Sanctuary Beach Resort, by Monterey Bay in California, offers a group workshop led by a pet psychic, who can help you discover an intuitive bond with your pet ($55).

Go to BringFido.com or AKC.org for info on dog-friendly hotels. —Judy Mandell

Illustration by Brian Scagnelli

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