New Pet-Friendly Hotels: May 2024

Posted by Scott Tunstall

May brings six hotels that are opening their doors to furry guests for the first time. From Southern California to Western Wisconsin, Fido can rest his paws at these newly pet-friendly accommodations across America this month.

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

Palm Desert, CA
The spa is calling. Photo by @onecentween

A pristine oasis in the desert, JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa showers vacationing hounds with lavish accommodations. Fido will receive yummy treats at check-in and can order gourmet meals from the JW Pup Menu. Plush pet beds and feeding bowls are also available on request. Settle into luxury rooms featuring hardwood floors, sofa bed living areas, mini refrigerators, bathrooms with walk-in showers and soaking tubs, and private balconies. Choose cuisine from ten on-site restaurants, relax in five swimming pools, and rejuvenate the mind and body at the day spa.

The nearby University Dog Park provides separate, fully fenced sections for large and small pups, water fountains and covered picnic pavilions.

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa welcomes a maximum of two pets up to 50 lbs for an additional fee of $150 per stay, plus $20 per night.

The Manchester

Lexington, KY
Ready to Run for the Roses. Photo by BringFido/The Manchester

Not only does The Manchester embrace Lexington’s rich horse racing tradition, but they also embrace a newfound canine tradition. Luxury apartment-style suites are outfitted with hardwood floors, writing desks, cozy sitting chairs, fully stocked mini bars, personal robes and soothing rain showers. Sip a glass of authentic Kentucky bourbon in the ground-floor lounge or sample a tropical cocktail at the rooftop tiki bar. Guests can also enjoy an à la carte breakfast each morning, exercise in the on-site gym and rent bikes to explore the city streets.

Located less than a mile from the hotel, Blue Stallion Brewing Co. welcomes leashed dogs at outdoor tables.

The Manchester accepts one pet up to 40 lbs for no additional fee.

WaterWalk Huntsville

Gadsden, AL
“Did I hear barbecue?” Photo by WaterWalk

Furry travelers will feel right at home at WaterWalk Huntsville, a brand new extended stay hotel just outside of downtown. Spacious suites are equipped with wood plank flooring, separate living areas, full kitchens with stovetops and refrigerators, washer/dryer units and private balconies. Excellent property amenities include an on-site fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, fire pit lounge and barbecue patio.

Head across the highway to The Camp, an outdoor bar and restaurant that offers dog-friendly seating and live music.

WaterWalk Huntsville welcomes one pet up to 75 lbs or two pets with a combined weight of 100 lbs for an additional fee of $125 per stay.

Tru by Hilton Fort Worth Fossil Creek

Fort Worth, TX
Truly pet friendly. Photo by Facebook.com/TrubyHilton

Located a few miles from Fort Worth Stockyards, Tru by Hilton Fort Worth Fossil Creek offers cowpups a comfy spot to kick off their spurs. Contemporary rooms feature hardwood flooring, rolling work desks, mini refrigerators, free WiFi access and bathrooms with walk-in showers. Fuel up on a complimentary breakfast, work out in the on-site fitness center, purchase snacks and drinks at the lobby market, and play foosball in the game room.

The nearby 36-acre Capp Smith Park permits leashed dogs to play in the grass and walk the lakeside trail.

Tru by Hilton Fort Worth Fossil Creek accepts a maximum of two pets of any size for an additional fee of $50 per stay.

Best Western Plus Executive Residency Rigby's Water World Hotel

Warner Robins, GA
“Me and my shadow.” Photo by BringFido

Nestled halfway between Atlanta and Savannah, Best Western Plus Executive Residency Rigby's Water World Hotel makes the perfect pet-friendly stop-off when passing through The Peach State. Rooms and suites contain a variety of modern amenities, including work desks, sitting chairs, full kitchens, bathrooms with walk-in showers and private balconies. In addition, the hotel also provides a complimentary breakfast, 24/7 gym, on-site laundry facilities, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and rooftop bar.

Take a short drive to Black Barley Kitchen & Taphouse for delicious American craft beer and food on the dog-friendly patio.

Best Western Plus Executive Residency Rigby's Water World Hotel welcomes dogs up to 80 lbs for an additional fee of $30 per night.

Candlewood Suites Eau Claire I-94, an IHG Hotel

Eau Claire, WI
Satisfied customers. Photo by Facebook.com/CandlewoodSuites

Four-legged cheeseheads seeking shelter for the night will be pleased to find the Candlewood Suites Eau Claire I-94, an IHG Hotel. Roomy suites designed for long-term stays are furnished with large desks, sitting chairs, full kitchens with stovetops and dishwashers, dining tables and bathrooms with walk-in showers. Take advantage of quality amenities such as the on-site fitness center, lobby pantry, laundry facilities and outdoor barbecue area.

The Otter Creek Off-Leash Dog Park is right across the highway and a $5 day pass can be purchased at the park.

Candlewood Suites Eau Claire I-94, an IHG Hotel accepts a maximum of two dogs up to 80 lbs for an additional fee of $25 per pet, per night.

Do you plan to stay at any of these new pet-friendly hotels? Leave a comment or tweet us @BringFido!

Banner photo by Facebook.com/CandlewoodSuites.