Budget Hotels that Allow Pets

Just because you’re on a budget, it doesn’t mean that Fluffy and Fido have to miss out on a vacation!  There are plenty of budget travel opportunities that allow you to bring along the four-legged members of your family.

Petside.com has released of the Top 5 Pet-Friendly Budget Hotels.

1. Motel 6 – At the top of the list, this budget chain welcomes pets at every one of its 900 locations.  One pet per room, with no additional fee or deposit charged.
2. La Quinta Inns & Suites – Pet are permitted at nearly all of its 650 properties, although animal size is limited to 45 pounds.  No deposits, fees, or charges for pet rooms.
3. Red Roof Inn – Over 340 pet friendly locations in 36 states, and no additional charges.  Check to make sure that your preferred location is one of them.
4. Best Western – This hotel chain, the largest in the world, boasts over 1,900 pet-friendly hotel.  Although located primarily in the United States and Canada, there are some pet-friendly international locations as well.  Chances are there’s one wherever you want to go.
5. Candlewood Suites – This extended-stay chain may be more like home than a hotel room, providing your pet a little more comfort room.  Pet up to 80 pounds can be accommodated.  There is a pet fee, however, and be sure to bring the vaccination records.

Petside.com also provides a list of Honorable Mention hotel chains, including the number of properties that allow pets.  These hotels may charge fees (usually around $100) and/or deposits.

• Econo-lodge Hotels (380)
• Days Inn Hotels (most locations pet-friendly)
• Comfort Inn (Over 550)
• Holiday Inn (450)
• Americas Best Value Inn (400)
• Clarion Inn and Suites (60)
• Comfort Suites (85)
• The Intercontinental Hotels, includes InterContinental, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Candlewood Suites (mentioned above), and Staybridge Suites. (1,600)
• Quality Inn (300)
• Rodeway Inns (80)
• Travel Lodge (300)

When making your reservations, make sure to double check the pet policy, and to be certain that there have been no changes in the fee and deposit policy.

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