Pet friendly & dog-friendly lodgings open doors to your dog

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Massachusetts hotels, inns, and resorts recognize the important role of a family dog, and several offer pet friendly hospitality, even including services like dog beds, on-staff dog walkers, dog treats, and convenient maps of local walking trails. Call ahead to these Massachusetts dog friendly hotels, because some lodgings request a refundable cleaning deposit and place limits on the size of visiting pets.

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Starlight Lodge Cape Cod

203 Main Street Route 6A (Old King's Hwy.) Dennis, MA, 02638 Phone: 508-385-3464

Fun for Fido, too, at this centrally located, dog-friendly Cape Cod hotel

At the Starlight Lodge Cape Cod, dogs are welcome in several of the hotel’s spacious 26 rooms and suites, all with refrigerators or kitchenettes. (Restricted breeds aren’t allowed, so check with the hotel.) Located on a shady knoll on two acres of landscaped lawn and gardens ensuring privacy, the newly renovated and affordable hotel in scenic and centrally located Dennis is a great headquarters for your travels with your pooch, whether that’s strolling the streets of dog-friendly Provincetown or hiking the Cape’s many nature trails. Just a few miles away are the Fresh Pond Dog Park, with a freshwater swim area and walking trail especially for dogs. Also nearby is the Yarmouth Dog Park.

Battery Wharf Boston Hotel

Three Battery Wharf Boston, MA, 02109 Phone: 617-994-9000 Toll-Free: 800-257-7544

Waterfront hotel says don’t leave your pets behind when you get away from it all

If getting away from it all does not include your favorite cat or dog, the Battery Wharf Hotel wants you to know you don’t have to sacrifice the amenities of a luxurious hotel for your four-footed friends. You may bring up to two pets, up to 50 pounds, when you stay at this boutique hotel along Boston Harbor. You’ll love the fabulous views, coffee and pastry on the terrace, the award-winning spa and your spacious, stylishly decorated room or suite. Your dog will love the location: great strolls (you’ll enjoy the historic sites) and parks in the area. And you will all love those sea breezes wafting in through windows that actually open!

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Baymont Inn & Suites Kingston Plymouth Bay

149 Main Street Kingston, MA, 02364 Phone: 781-585-3831

Bring your pet along for a fun filled family getaway

Stay in the heart of Pilgrim country at this affordable lodging near all the attractions and places to walk your favorite friend. For a one-time $25 charge, you and your pet can hang out together for a night, weekend or longer vacation in one of America’s most historic destinations. On Route 3 in Kingston, you’re near Plymouth Rock, the Mayflower II, Plimoth Plantation and the Pilgrim Hall Museum as well as Duxbury Beach Park, Plymouth Bay Winery, and Brewster Gardens. You’ll enjoy non smoking rooms with a microwave and mini-refrigerator, and flat-screen HDTV, There’s also free WiFi and the Baymont Breakfast Corner, a 24-hour fitness center, and a micro-mart for stocking up on everyday essentials. Children under 17 stay free.

Rockport Inn and Suites

183 Main Street Rockport, MA, 01966 Phone: 978-546-3300

Time for your pet to explore the North Shore’s natural beauty from this hotel

Isn’t it about time your dog got to know the North Shore? After all, it’s one of New England’s most scenic areas, filled with great hikes and Fido-friendly establishments. You can start at the Rockport Inn & Suites, where a pet-friendly policy allows for two pets per room. Treats and bowls are available at the front desk, and there’s a handy pet-walk area on the 5-acre property with bags to pick up after your pooch. Rockport, one of the area’s prettiest towns, has some dog-friendly restaurants, cafes and bars (especially when there’s outside seating), and the North Shore has several dog parks (in Salem and Gloucester, for example) where dogs can run free and state parks (like Halibut Point State Park) where leashed dogs are welcome. Click here to view our pet policy (PDF).

Dogs Wall - Briarclif Motel - Great Barrington, MA

Briarcliff Motel

Route 7 - 306 Stockbridge Road Great Barrington, MA, 01230 Phone: 413-528-3000

Dog-friendly rooms ensure you and your pooch can enjoy Berkshires together

From your dog’s point of view, what’s not to love about the Berkshires? Fresh air, hiking trails to explore, mountains to climb with their owners: And, if those owners are smart enough to book one of two dog-friendly rooms at Briarcliff, there’s also a comfortable place from which to launch those Berkshire adventures. Briarcliff, a sensibly priced, contemporary bed and breakfast between the walkable villages of Great Barrington and Stockbridge, sits on six acres of grounds and unspoiled woodland. The trail to hike Monument Mountain starts right across from the inn. And, speaking of what is close, so is your parking space: You and your furry friend only need to walk 10 feet from the car to your door.

Hampton Inns of New England

Visit Massachusetts without worrying about leaving the family pet at home

If the idea of leaving the family pet behind when you plan your Massachusetts weekend escape or extended vacation means not enjoying your time away, several members of the Hampton Inn Hotels of New England group have a suggestion: Bring your furry pal along! Pet-friendly members of the Hampton group in the Bay State include inns in Greenfield, Plymouth, Norwood, Burlington, Boston-Logan Airport, Braintree, Haverhill and New Bedford. Hampton hotels are convenient to all sorts of attractions, including plenty of parks, beaches and even small towns that are perfect for walking. All serve free hot breakfasts, have free wifi and flexible booking options.

Hotel on North

297 North Street Pittsfield, MA, 01201 Phone: 413-358-4741

Leave the family pet behind? This comfortable boutique hotel says no way!

Go on a vacation without the family pet? The Hotel on North would not think of it! This boutique hotel offers several pet-friendly rooms as well as a very pet-friendly atmosphere. (Your pet can ask any staff member for a treat.) You’re about to check in and realize you left that pet blanket or water bowl behind? Just ask for a replacement at the front desk. Even crates can be had upon request for those times you want to slip out pet-free to enjoy a cocktail or go exploring. But there’s plenty to do in the area for four-footed guests, too, including nearby state parks with hiking trails.

Double Queen Room - Best Western Cape Cod - Hyannis, MA

Best Western Cape Cod Hotel

1470 Iyannough Road Hyannis, MA, 02601 Phone: 508-771-4804

Pets need a little Cape Cod too!

The Best Western Cape Cod Hotel welcomes pets and provides a delightful mix of historic charm and modern features that make your stay in Cape Cod the perfect getaway. From a healthy morning buffet to free high-speed meeting rooms, we provide a comfortable and convenient atmosphere for our diverse clientele. Enjoy a swim in our indoor heated pool, relax in our sauna, work out in our fitness center, or lounge with friends on our private sun deck. When you're ready for a day or night on the town, we're just five minutes from the quaint shops and exciting activities of downtown Hyannis. Enjoy free long-term parking in Hyannis as long as you are a guest of the hotel.

Green Harbor Waterfront Lodging

134 Acapesket Road East Falmouth, MA, 02536 Phone: 508-548-4747 Toll-Free: 800-548-5556

You aren’t the only one who wants that great outdoor vacation on the Cape

So you want that perfect Cape Cod vacation? So does your pet! Take your furry pal along when you book a studio or cottage at Green Harbor Waterfront Lodging. The scenic resort on a quiet saltwater cove allows two pets per room, and you and your pet will love the comfortable beachside accommodations and the acres of scenic open spaces for on-the-leash exploration. Stroll through the quaint streets of nearby Falmouth village or along the region’s myriad hiking trails. Also close by the resort: beautiful beaches, the Shining Sea Bike path, golf courses and ferry service to spectacular Martha’s Vineyard. At the resort itself: an outdoor seasonal heated pool, barbecue grills and a private boating beach with ramp and dock.

Red Lion Inn

30 Main Street Stockbridge, MA, 01262 Phone: 413-298-5545

Bring your special friend for a special Red Lion Inn getaway.

If their people friendly hospitality is not enough, the Red Lion Inn welcomes your favorite, well-trained and quiet pet, too. Pets are accepted on a limited basis with prior reservation and a $40 fee per pet, per night. Upon arrival, your dog or cat will receive a welcome treat and you’ll stay together in selected first floor guestrooms and suites. Enjoy the Inn amenities, great food, a fitness room, heated outdoor pool and hot tub, a great big porch with rocking chairs, and nightly entertainment at the Lion’s Den. Head out for long walks and runs, and visit the many parks, trails and open spaces that abound. And be sure to introduce your pet to the Red Lion Inn’s resident lobby cat.

Nantucket Island Resorts and Hotels Pet Friendly Nantucket MA

The Cottages at Nantucket Boat Basin

Several Wonderful Locations Nantucket, MA, 02554 Phone: 508-325-1000 Toll-Free: 800-475-2637

Dogs more than welcome at Woof Cottages

What’s a vacation without the family’s four-footed friend? At Nantucket Island Resorts, Fido is far from forgotten. Just book a stay at Woof Cottages, one- and two-bedroom seaside residences where your dog will feel as welcome as you. Woof Cottages have all the amenities of the resort’s standard cottages, plus a few more, including doggie beds, food and water bowls, a welcome bag with a nautical chew toy and doggie treats, a pet turndown service and personalized pet tags. And if your schedule gets busy (and it might, with all the island activities available outside your door), dog-walking is at your service. Coming in by boat? Don’t forget to stop by the Boat Basin office for a special pet gift.

XV Beacon

15 Beacon Street Boston, MA, 02108 Phone: 617-670-1500 Toll-Free: 877-982-3226

Hotel’s exemplary attention to detail extends to guests’ furry companions

The XV Beacon’s peerless personal service is not just for humans who check in to the luxury boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Boston – it also applies to their furry companions. The hotel in the Beacon Hill neighborhood welcomes all sizes of well-behaved dogs, who will be greeted with homemade healthy dog biscuits, plush beds, a list of nearby pet-friendly establishments and off-leash walking areas (the Boston Common, with areas specially set aside for off-leash dog activities, is practically around the corner) and even turndown service with bottled water. Dog-sitting and dog-walking services can be arranged prior to your arrival. It’s all part of the attention to detail at this classic hotel. A donation instead of a set pet-room fee will go to area animal charities. 1st on Conde Nast's list of 10 Top Hotels in Boston: Readers Choice Awards 2018.

The Whitney Hotel

170 Charles Street Boston, MA, 02114 Phone: 617-367-1866 Toll-Free: 888-673-3650

Your pets will be in the lap of luxury when you check into this boutique hotel

You aren’t the only who will experience luxury when you check into The Whitney Hotel, a sophisticated boutique hotel in the heart of Boston’s vibrant Beacon Hill neighborhood. Your pet can also enjoy this urban sanctuary, as part of the Whitney Wags program. The hotel has partnered with artisans who specialize in creating experiences and products for pets. That means gourmet treats from local PolkaDog Bakery, Lion + Wolf dog beds almost as luxurious as your bed, and a Drip Modual pet feeder by San Francisco architect and designer EJ Tanu. With the Boston Common nearby, there are great places for your dog to romp. The hotel permits two pets (cats and dogs only) up to 50 pounds each.

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Lamb and Lion Inn

2504 Route 6A Barnstable, MA, 02630 Phone: 508-362-6823 Toll-Free: 800-909-6923

Cape inn well-known for pet-friendly accommodations, activity ideas

Judged by Yankee Magazine to be the No. 1 pet-friendly property in New England, and by CNN as one of the top pet-friendly properties in the world the Lamb and Lion Inn believes no pet should be denied a Cape Cod vacation. This people-friendly inn (saltwater pool, year-round hot tub, relaxed central courtyard, breakfast when and where you want it) provides pet sheets, towels and water bowls for your furry companions. Set on four walkable acres, the inn is surrounded by dog-friendly conservation trails and within walking distance of beautiful rocky beaches. Staff will provide info on dog-friendly beaches, fun area activities, pet-welcoming outdoor dining spots – even a pet-friendly ferry to the islands.

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The Newbury Boston

1 Newbury Street Boston, MA, 02116 Phone: 617-536-5700

Newbury a treat both inside and out for furry friends

The Newbury Boston, in the heart of the city, is out to win the heart of your pet. Ranked as one of Boston’s top pet-friendly hotels, the Newbury offers everything from clean, comfy dog beds to “Bark Boxes” full of treats for four-footed guests. Plus, don’t be surprised if staff members soon know your pet’s name – or present him with a tasty tidbit on the way out the door. And dogs will definitely want to head out the door: The spacious Boston Common is but a walk across the street and through the Public Garden. Although leashed dogs are always welcome, the Common also features off-leash areas where your dog can stretch those legs and make new friends.

Blantyre Hotel, Restaurant & Spa

16 Blantyre Road Lenox, MA, 01240 Phone: 413-637-3556 Toll-Free: 844-881-0104

When you plan a retreat to this Berkshire estate, your dog is welcome

There is no reason your dog cannot join you in luxury when you stay at at Blantyre, the grand turn-of-the-20th-century estate nestled in the Berkshires. Dogs under 35 pounds are welcome in the resort’s Carriage House and in the self-contained cottages. With 110 acres of lovely lawns, gardens and meadows, there is plenty of space for human and canine leg-stretching, and miles of hiking trails hug the estate perimeter, providing lots of enjoyment for your dog. As for you, human luxuries include gorgeous loft rooms decorated in fine fabrics and furnishings in the Carriage House, and peaceful cottages with patios or balconies with garden views. Blantyre also features a spa, tennis courts and fine New American-French dining.

Hilton Boston Logan Airport

One Hotel Drive Boston, MA, 02128 Phone: 617-568-6700 Toll-Free: 800-445-8667

Stay with Hilton and walk your dog in Boston

What better way to explore Boston, the walker's city, than with your dog trotting by your side? It's no problem if you stay at the Hilton Boston Logan Airport hotel, because pets are always welcome. You can spend the night in one of our comfortable rooms with your dog curled up on the rug beside you. And there's so much more to love about our hotel. We've got great restaurants, and room service, too. Enjoy breakfast at Berkshire, grab a Starbucks coffee and a snack at Cafe Presto, and for dinner stop at Connolly's Publik House, where the menu includes lobster rolls and stone-baked pizza. Take a swim in our 40-foot pool, or work out in our fitness center, equipped with Pre-cor cardio machines.

Deluxe Room - Dan'l Webster Inn & Spa - Sandwich Village, MA

Dan'l Webster Inn and Spa

149 Main Street Historic Sandwich Village, MA, 02563 Phone: 508-888-3622 Toll-Free: 800-444-3566

Ol’ Dan’l ate, drank and maybe even slept here

This historic boutique Inn and Spa, a Select Registry "Distinguished Inn of North America," has hosted guests for more than 300 years in the oldest town on Cape Cod. Forty-eight luxury rooms and romantic suites are elegantly appointed with hand-carved canopy and four poster beds, fireplaces and whirlpool tubs with balconies and heated floor tiles. Once a watering hole for the statesman Daniel Webster, the Inn is today recognized as a Distinguished Restaurant of North America serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch in a cozy Tavern, the Music Room or the sun or moonlit Conservatory. The Beach Plum Spa offers luxurious massages, facials and body treatments for men and women. The Dan’l Webster offers a select number of rooms to accommodate guests and their fur-babies. Pets 50 pounds and under are welcome. Reserve direct for the lowest rate…guaranteed - call us at (800) 444-3566.

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