Top pet-friendly Marriott hotels for animal lovers
Maybe you're bringing your dog on a trip for a logistical reason, setting off in search of new places to walk and run, or just can't bear to leave home without your furry friend. No matter the reason, vacationing with your pet can be a ton of fun.
That said, not all hotels are created equal when it comes to allowing pets and ensuring the two of you feel extra comfortable on the road.
So, we've done the legwork and rounded up some of the best pet-friendly Marriott properties. These spots really roll out the red carpet, letting both dogs and humans vacation in style.
If you and your pooch want to enjoy a gorgeous coastal setting, Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort makes for an idyllic base on Vancouver Island, right across the harbor from downtown Victoria.
The hotel welcomes up to two pets per room (with a maximum weight of 25 pounds each). Note that pets are not allowed in suites. The front desk staff is there to welcome furry friends on arrival in the hotel's lobby, where you can spend time with your dog.
Dogs are even allowed to run and play off-leash in an area of Songhees Hillside Park, which is a short walk from the hotel. The hotel's many amenities include an indoor pool, tennis courts and a fitness center.
Rates at the Delta Hotels Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort start at about $275 or 37,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night. There is a pet fee of 25 Canadian dollars (about $18) for two pets per night.
Watching the sun set over the Pacific Ocean with your pup can be your nightly routine when you stay at The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta. It's one of Mexico's most pet-friendly Marriott properties, and it sits on 14 oceanfront acres on which you and your dog are free to roam.
You can enjoy seafood and international cuisine at the multiple on-site dining venues and relax from your dog-parent duties with a massage at the resort's lovely spa.
The hotel provides bowls and beds for your pet. While dogs (naturally) aren't allowed to join you in the hotel's two swimming pools, they're free to lounge on the pool deck and stroll with you on the beach.
Dogs up to 40 pounds are welcome at the resort, and there is a limit of two dogs per room.
Rates at the Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta start at about $250 or 31,000 points per night. There is a nonrefundable pet fee of $30 per night.
In downtown Tampa, many new restaurants, bars and parks are popping up around the burgeoning Water Street Tampa district. If you check into the Aloft Tampa Downtown — right along the Hillsborough River in the heart of the city's downtown business and entertainment corridor — you'll be in a prime location to explore the area with your pet.
Back at the hotel, there's an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center for guests to enjoy.
The best part? You can stay with up to two dogs (maximum 40 pounds each) for no additional nightly fee.
Rates at Aloft Tampa Downtown start at about $175 or 40,000 points per night.
At this Ritz-Carlton property, your pet is welcome to join you both on the sand (leashed) and inside your hotel room. Not to mention, it's one of Florida's finest oceanfront properties.
The hotel's dog-friendly rooms are on the ground floor. So, it's convenient to step out onto your patio and stroll down to the beach to catch the sunrise (one of the most beautiful and serene moments of the day in these parts).
You can have up to two dogs per room (each 30 pounds or less), and you must carry your dog in your arms when inside the hotel.
Amenities include a world-class spa (make time for a hammock massage), indoor and outdoor pools, and private boardwalk access to 13 miles of pristine beach.
Rates at The Ritz-Carlton Amelia Island start at about $1,000 or 69,000 points per night. There is a nonrefundable one-time $150 cleaning fee and a $20 per night pet fee.
Get ready to explore the city with your pet when you stay at the Sheraton Grand London Park Lane in the heart of London's Mayfair district.
The hotel is an elegant, art deco gem that dates back to the 1920s, and it mixes the modern with the traditional. (Don't miss the excellent afternoon tea service in The Palm Court Restaurant.)
Pets are made to feel like regular royalty here. The hotel bar serves both cocktails and "dogtails," and there is a dog-walking service available upon request.
Green Park, right across from the hotel, is a beautiful spot to stroll with your pet.
Rates at Sheraton Grand London Park Lane start at about $400 or 57,000 points per night. There's no extra charge for dogs (though they must weigh less than 55 pounds).
La Concha Renaissance San Juan Resort feels like your very own beachfront playground in Puerto Rico. It's also a great launching point for exploring historic Old San Juan.
Not only is your dog allowed to stay with you in your room (as long as it weighs less than 50 pounds), but dogs are also permitted at The Loft Beachfront restaurant terrace, at Solera restaurant by the pool and on the beach itself (leashed).
Consider splurging on a room with a balcony and ocean views, and make time to enjoy the hotel's outdoor swimming pools when you're not lounging on the golden beaches.
Rates at La Concha Renaissance San Juan Resort start at about $400 or 57,000 points per night. There is a one-time, nonrefundable pet fee of $150 per stay.
After nonstop mountain adventures, dogs (and humans) can rest at the Residence Inn Breckenridge, right on the south end of Main Street in downtown Breckenridge.
Start your day with the hotel's complimentary breakfast buffet. Then, explore Breckenridge's many shops and parks, including Carter Dog Park, just an 11-minute stroll from the property.
An outdoor pool and hot tub are open and heated in every season. Plus, a free shuttle service can bring you right to the slopes, whether you're looking to ski, hike or mountain bike.
Rates at Residence Inn Breckenridge start at about $200 or 41,000 points per night. There is a one-time, nonrefundable pet fee of $100 for one pet or $150 for two but no pet weight limit.
It's hard to imagine a more convenient Manhattan location for a pet-friendly stay than the W New York – Times Square. From the hotel, you and your pet can easily stroll over to Central Park or the Theater District. Or, you can hop on the subway (for small pets only, kennels required) to venture farther afield in the city.
Pets get pampered here with plush doggie beds, pet toys and even a tasty turndown treat. The hotel allows one pet per room up to 40 pounds.
Enjoy a cocktail at the Living Room bar before hitting the town for a show, a fabulous meal or wherever else the city leads you.
Rates at W New York – Times Square start at about $379 or 53,000 points per night. There is a $100 pet fee per stay.
JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa puts Arizona's beautiful desert landscapes right at your doorstep. Trails lead into the surrounding Sonoran Desert, presenting a wonderland of new sights (and smells) for you and your pet to explore.
Rooms and suites sprawl across a landscape of terraced gardens, flowering trees and towering cacti, making the property feel totally connected to its wild surroundings.
Guests can access two beautiful 18-hole golf courses and three on-site swimming pools that include a children's pool, adult pool and main pool.
Rates at JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa start at about $245 or 53,000 points per night. There is a one-time, nonrefundable $150 fee for up to two pets.
A no-luxury-spared Bay Area pet paradise awaits in the heart of San Francisco's bustling SoMa district. The St. Regis San Francisco, one of the city's premier luxury hotels, offers rooms with soaking tubs and rainfall showers.
The hotel's spa and indoor swimming pool are currently being renovated and are scheduled to reopen in 2024. However, you can relax by taking your dog for a walk at the nearby Yerba Buena Gardens or waterfront Rincon Park to enjoy views of the Bay Bridge.
The hotel provides pets with doggie beds and bowls, so Fido will feel right at home. The hotel allows two pets per room, and the maximum weight is 35 pounds.
Rates at The St. Regis San Francisco start at about $736 or 110,500 points per night. There's a one-time, nonrefundable $150 fee.
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- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
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There’s a lot to love about the Amex Gold. It’s a fan favorite thanks to its fantastic bonus-earning rates at restaurants worldwide and at U.S. supermarkets. If you’re hitting the skies soon, you’ll also earn bonus Membership Rewards points on travel. Paired with up to $120 in Uber Cash annually (for U.S. Uber rides or Uber Eats orders, card must be added to Uber app and you can redeem with any Amex card), up to $120 in annual dining statement credits to be used with eligible partners, an up to $84 Dunkin’ credit each year at U.S. Dunkin Donuts and an up to $100 Resy credit annually, there’s no reason that foodies shouldn’t add the Amex Gold to their wallet. These benefits alone are worth more than $400, which offsets the $325 annual fee on the Amex Gold card. Enrollment is required for select benefits.Pros
- 4 points per dollar spent on dining at restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets (on the first $50,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter and $25,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter, respectively)
- 3 points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with the airline or with amextravel.com
- Packed with credits foodies will enjoy
- Solid welcome bonus
Cons
- Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
- Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
- You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $6,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
- $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an American Express Card for your transaction. That’s up to $120 Uber Cash annually. Plus, after using your Uber Cash, use your Card to earn 4X Membership Rewards® points for Uber Eats purchases made with restaurants or U.S. supermarkets. Point caps and terms apply.
- $84 Dunkin' Credit: With the $84 Dunkin' Credit, you can earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you enroll and pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin' locations. Enrollment is required to receive this benefit.
- $100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card to dine at U.S. Resy restaurants or make other eligible Resy purchases. That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
- $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings, sweet or savory, with the $120 Dining Credit. Earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, and Five Guys. Enrollment required.
- Explore over 1,000 upscale hotels worldwide with The Hotel Collection and receive a $100 credit towards eligible charges* with every booking of two nights or more through AmexTravel.com. *Eligible charges vary by property.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees.
- Annual Fee is $325.
- Terms Apply.