Pet friendly lodgings throughout New England welcome you and your dog

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You don't need to feel hounded by your conscience when you go off on a blissful New England vacation trip and leave the family dog at a kennel. Bring the dog with you! Many New England hotels, motels, resorts, inns, and vacation rentals make a point of being pet friendly, welcoming dogs of all shapes (although some lodgings place a limit on sizes). Some lodgings are near walking trails where you and your pooch can enjoy the outdoors together. See listings below and check hotel and motel websites for details.

Nantucket Island Resorts and Hotels

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.

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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.

Echo Lake Inn

at Tyson, on Route 100, 2 Dublin Road Ludlow, VT, 05149 Phone: 802-228-8602 Toll-Free: 800-356-6844

Your family and favorite friend are welcome at this Green Mountain inn

Set in the scenic Green Mountains near parks, trails and runs, you and the family and your favorite friend can enjoy a vacation you won’t soon forget at this charming lodging in Vermont’s Lakes Region. 23 rooms, a family suite and 7 condos offer spacious accommodations and upon request a pet-friendly room can be set aside for you at the time of your reservation. There’s much activity to enjoy from the swimming pool, tennis court, and outdoor Jacuzzi to the rowboats and canoes at the dock. Within minutes you can be at Okemo or Killington for great skiing and golf with hiking, biking, horseback riding and more right nearby. The inn remains one of Vermont’s few such lodgings operating year round.

Chesterfield Inn

20 Cross Road West Chesterfield, NH, 03466 Phone: 603-256-3211

We're all animal lovers here, and we're delighted to welcome you and your pets to our pet friendly NH inn.

We reserve the rooms that are outside the main inn for pet owners and their furry friends on their New England vacation, for easy access to our back yard. We just ask that you crate your dogs if you leave the room, and that you pick up after them while on our grounds. We do require that you leash your dog while on the inn property. And, of course, in the unlikely event that your pet damages any part of the room, you are responsible for the damages.

If you are traveling with your pet, take advantage of our Pet Package Special - you AND your pet will love it!

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Point Lookout

67 Atlantic Highway Northport, ME, 04849 Phone: 207-789-2000

All the nature your pet can handle

All pups are welcome to this natural wonderland by Penobscot Bay. For an additional fee, the property has a limited number of pet friendly cabins available. The whole family will enjoy the scenery and terrain on 387 picturesque acres on the side of a mountain. There are places to walk, hike, play fetch, lie down, stay, and just enjoy time away together. You’ll have your own authentic Maine pine log cabin with all the amenities of home and access to a doggy bag full of guest services and endless, year-round recreational activities. The fitness and recreation complex and bowling center just might say it all. Great food, local shopping and sightseeing are on the menu whenever you arrive. Call ahead to ensure availability and review pet policies.

Ashworth By the Sea

295 Ocean Boulevard Hampton, NH, 03842 Phone: 603-926-6762

Bring your special pet friend for some quality time at the seacoast

What dog doesn’t love a run on the shore and a splash in the ocean!? Ashworth By The Sea welcomes your dog up to 20lbs for an additional fee of $20 per night. You and your favorite pet get to hang out together along New Hampshire’s popular seacoast to enjoy all it has to offer – from the sandy beaches to long walks to simply relaxing everywhere you are. Stay in oceanfront and ocean view rooms with classic New England charm & modern touches including a flat screen TV & complimentary wi-fi. There’s also a fitness room, a 24-hour market, an indoor heated pool with retractable roof, a sun deck overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, three restaurants, and the Sandbar Rooftop Outdoor Bar. Pet friendly rooms are available mid-October thru mid-May.

Taj Boston

15 Arlington Street Boston, MA, 02116 Phone: 617-536-5700

Taj a treat both inside and out for furry friends

The Taj 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 Taj 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.

Lodge at Moosehead Lake

368 Lily Bay Road Greenville, ME, 04441 Phone: 207-695-4400 Toll-Free: 800-825-6977

Pets can be part of your adventure at this North Woods lodge

What’s the fun of having an adventure in Maine’s North Woods if you can’t bring your four-footed family members along? The AAA Four-Diamond Lodge at Moosehead Lake offers two suites with outside entrances, perfect for you and your pets. For you, there’s a jetted tub, gas fireplace and fabulous views of Moosehead Lake. For your pet, there’s a plush dog bed, food and water bowls, pet towels, organic snacks, a gift bag from local merchants and a list of pet-friendly hiking trails and restaurants. (But you can dine with your pet on the lodge deck.) Pet sitting can be arranged if you’re off on a moose safari, seaplane ride, mountain biking, pontoon boat trip or fishing excursion.

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Comfort Inn & Suites Near Burke Mountain

703 US Route 5 South St. Johnsbury, VT, 05819 Phone: 802-748-1500

A Vermont family vacation always makes room for the dog

Most of us think of our dogs as family members who love getting outdoors as much as we do. Comfort Inn & Suites Near Burke Mountains appreciates this loyalty, so its amenities include pet-friendly rooms where your dog can join the family vacation. The Northeast Kingdom is a place of outdoor beauty, and your family is likely to head out on treks on mountain trails in all seasons. As for your dog: he or she will land in dog heaven on a visit to Dog Mountain, a unique Vermont property with an art gallery and 150 acres retreat where dogs and people can roam freely. Back at the inn, the family can enjoy spacious suites, a pool, a sun deck and free breakfast.

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.

Stonehurst Manor

3351 White Mountain Highway North Conway, NH, 03860 Phone: 603-356-3113 Toll-Free: 800-525-9100

Special treatment!

A personal note from the general manager with information on hotel pet services, local dog-walking routes etc. greets you. Our pet friendly rooms, located in the Mountain View Wing, offer access into the rooms from the ground level with amenities and services especially for travelers and their pets. Here at The Manor we do not only welcome your pets, we love them! We offer special treats for you and your pet, including our signature pet bowls to use during your stay. A per night fee of $25 will be assessed to guests traveling with pets. The fee covers the expenses associated with the extra special attention we pay to cleaning and maintaining your room so that it stays fresh for both pets and owners.

Golden Eagle Resort

511 Mountain Road Stowe, VT, 05672 Phone: 802-253-4811 Toll-Free: 866-970-0786

Explore woodland trails with your dog unleashed

Could there be a better place for a vacation with your dog that rustic Stowe, Vermont. At the Golden Eagle Resort, well-mannered pets are always welcome, up to two per room. You'll find plenty of spots where you can stroll together, including trails where dogs under voice control can go unleashed. And there's so much to do in the area. Hit the slopes at Bolton Valley, ride the gondola at Stowe Mountain, or tour the Ben & Jerry's Factory, and sample the wars. Come in the fall and let your eyes feast on New England's spectacular fall foliage. At our resort splash in heated indoor and outdoor pools, soak in the hot tub, relax in our heated sauna, or fish in our two stocked ponds(no license required).

16 Bay View Hotel Camden

16 Bay View Street Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-236-4325

Your Friends Are Our Friends; Bring Your Dog!

At the luxurious and hospitable 16 Bay View Hotel in downtown Camden, any friend of our guests is a friend of ours. And that includes your pet dog, who, let’s agree, likes a Maine vacation just as much as you do. 16 Bay View Hotel welcomes your dog with open paws. The hotel’s Pampered Pooch Accommodations includes a comfortable dog bed, dog treats, a helpful list of outdoor recreational activities in the area, and resources for doggy day care. The hotel welcomes dogs of any size, but requests a limit of no more than two pooches per room. Several rooms are designated pet friendly; when you make your reservation, please let us know to expect a canine visitor. Behind-the-ears rubs are always complementary.

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The Wolfeboro Inn

90 North Main Street Wolfeboro, NH, 03894 Phone: 603-569-3016 Toll-Free: 800-451-2389

No need to leave your pet at home when you vacation at this lakeside inn

For those who believe a vacation is just not a vacation without the family pet, the Wolfeboro Inn has a solution: Bring your four-footed friend along with you to this stylish, historic resort in the heart of New Hampshire’s lakes region. Among its 44 cozy guest rooms and spacious suites are plenty that are pet-friendly, and your furry pal gets to choose a Frisbee or a tennis ball as a welcome gift upon arrival. The inn, with lovely Lake Winnipesaukee in its back yard and within walking distance of charming downtown Wolfeboro as well as a variety of walking trails, has a pet-friendly special in the winter and spring months, so book your room now!

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The Liberty Hotel

215 Charles Street Boston, MA, 02114 Phone: 617-224-4000

Your pet is welcome and will be pampered

You and your favorite pet can explore this great city together while settling into this landmark hotel. Two dogs of any size are permitted per guest room. You’ll be greeted with a complimentary glass of champagne and your pet will receive a gourmet dog biscuit with his or her name on it and each pet will receive their own dog bed and bowls Upon request, the concierge will walk your dog while you’re out and your pet can join you for dinner and snacks in the CLINK dining area. The hotel is conveniently located near a small park and set across from the Charles River Esplanade where you can walk, run, and bike along the water. Guests traveling with pets should call ahead to verify availability at the time of booking.

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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.

Lord Camden Inn

24 Main Street Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-236-4325 Toll-Free: 800-336-4325

Pampered pooches make for happy humans

Any hotel can say it is pet friendly. But only one boasts its own Director of Pet Relations. The Lord Camden Inn’s “Pampered Pooch Program” promises a warm greeting and an affectionate rub behind the ears for your pet friend. Amenities and services include a plush fleece dog bed, gourmet biscuits, food and water bowl, and a welcome packet with a list of local companies that make traveling with a pet a whole lot easier and others that supply tasty treats and stylish amenities. There is a $25/pet/night fee for guests with dogs and a maximum of two dogs allowed per room with several rooms designated as pet friendly. To ensure that you and your pet enjoy your stay, please inquire about our Pampered Pooch Program when making your reservation.

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Waldo Emerson Inn

108 Summer Street Kennebunk, ME, 04043 Phone: 207-985-4250

Historic Kennebunk inn welcomes you and your furry companions

You want to visit picturesque coastal Maine, but you don’t want to leave Fido at home? Bring him along to the Waldo Emerson Inn, where pet-friendly rooms welcome your furry companions. Waldo’s Retreat, for example, a second-floor suite, looks out over a meadow and gardens and has a kitchenette. This historic bed-and-breakfast inn is close to sandy beaches, walking trails for every fitness level (and many with breath-taking ocean views) and Fido-friendly Kennebunkport with its antiques shops, boutiques, galleries and restaurants (yes, they have the best lobster in the world). The Colonial-era inn serves a gourmet breakfast and features a series of delightful bars, offering everything from candy to cocktails.

Starlight Lodge North Conway

3537 White Mountain Highway North Conway, NH, 03860 Phone: 603-356-3551

Don’t despair! Dogs are welcome at this inn in North Conway country

Want to visit North Conway country, but you don’t want to leave your furry buddy at home in a kennel? Bring your dog along to the Starlight Lodge North Conway, where several of its 17 reimagined rooms and suites are dog-friendly. Located in the heart of the Mt. Washington Valley in fun-to-explore North Conway Village, the hotel is close to shops, restaurants, ski resorts, national parks and activities from Storyland to pub fun and night life. Whether you go tubing and kayaking on the Saco River, drive up the Mt. Washington Auto Road or hike through White Mountains National Park or on the Appalachian Trail, there is something for everyone, human and canine, to do in the area. The lodge's property is also adjacent to the Whittaker woods walking trails, which connects for miles in and around Conway so dog walks can be virtually endless right from hotel.

The Pointe Hotel at Castle Hill Resort

Junction of Routes 103 and 131 Proctorsville, VT, 05149 Phone: 802-226-7361 Toll-Free: 888-764-6836

Cats, dogs more than welcome in this mountain-view resort

Is there a more pet-friendly state than Vermont? And The Pointe at Castle Hill Resort & Spa honors that reputation with its Pet-Friendly Package. When you arrange for the package, you’ll check into this premier hotel nestled in the gorgeous Green Mountains and be shown to your dog- and cat-friendly room with two queen-size beds and all the amenities. And you’ll all enjoy the hotel’s location in the middle of the great outdoors, with hiking trails, fabulous views and plenty of nooks and crannies to explore. Humans will especially love exploring covered bridges, antiques shops, museums and arts-and-craft boutiques. Furry friends will bask in all that fresh Vermont mountain air.

Ethan Allen Hotel

21 Lake Avenue Extension Danbury, CT, 06811 Phone: 203-744-1776 Toll-Free: 800-742-1776

Ethan Allen Hotel welcomes your furry friends.

There is plenty to do in historic Danbury; a great Connecticut vacation spot . Hiking trails, antiquing, the Connecticut Wine Trail and the famous fall foliage can be found in and around Danbury. We guarantee that your visit to our legendary full service boutique hotel will meet all of your expectations. Amenities include a full service restaurant, fitness center, outdoor pool and, upon request, we can provide spa services for our guests. The per night pet fee is $25.00.. Guests must sign a waiver accepting responsibility for damages. Pets are not allowed in the room unattended.

The hotel, owned by the Ethan Allen Corporation, is located on the Ethan Allen International Campus which provides scenic jogging and walking paths for your enjoyment.

The Landmark Trust USA

707 Kipling Road Dummerston, VT, 05301 Phone: 802-254-6868

Your dog will feel like a pup again in the meadows of southern Vermont

Looking for a great place to take your dog on vacation? Now they can stay with you at Landmark Trust USA’s two dog-friendly properties in southern Vermont. Tucked away at the edge of an apple orchard, the Sugarhouse is perfect for two people and up to two dogs. The Amos Brown House overlooks 30 acres of forest and hay meadow, perfect for hikes and long dog runs. This house sleeps six people and up to two dogs. Private yet accessible, both properties are within easy driving to Brattleboro and Wilmington for fine dining, art galleries and summer music festivals.

Tugboat Inn

80 Commercial Street Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538 Phone: 207-633-4434

Your pet deserves a waterfront getaway too!

Located directly on the waterfront in beautiful Boothbay Harbor, Maine, our inn offers deluxe guestrooms with modern amenities and views of the working waterfront. Most have a deck or balcony (some private) and most rooms face (or are over) the water. Looking to travel with your pet? Our hotel has 3 pet friendly guest rooms, with great views of the outer harbor. When you check in with Fluffy or Fido they receive a pet welcome bag, and pet blankets are available upon request. Our marina is also happy to accommodate your pet, in fact a dog or two can be seen living aboard some of our seasonal boats.

Manchester View

77 High Meadow Way Manchester Center, VT, 05255 Phone: 802-362-2739 Toll-Free: 800-548-4141

Your dog is welcome here.

The Manchester View is Manchester, Vermont's best AAA accommodation. This fine New England pet friendly lodging property combines the best of a classic Vermont country inn, motel or even a small hotel, with large rooms and suites, beautiful views and convenient location. We selectively allow pets by advance reservation in certain rooms. Pet must be 20 lbs or smaller. There is a $20 per night fee. Manchester Center has a Dog Park. Manchester is home to the Orvis Flagship Store with a huge selection of Dog beds, leashes, collars and other sporting pet items. They welcome pets in the store. The Manchester View sits high on a hill two miles south of Dorset in the Green Mountains, minutes from some of Vermont's best dining, attractions, shopping and ski resorts — Bromley, Stratton and Magic Mountain.

Green Harbor Waterfront Lodging

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

Cozy rooms and all the room needed for man and beast

Humans and dogs looking to vacation together have found the right place. This Cape Cod friendly lodging and accommodations is very pet friendly and located on in a quiet residential area with acres of scenic, open space just right for walks, running, playing ball and dozing under a tree. And all this is set on a beautiful salt water cove. This waterfront getaway features a variety of amenities and outdoor activities including a private boating beach with ramp and dock, free rowboat and paddleboat use, a heated outdoor pool and barbecue grills. Each waterfront guest room offers one queen and one double bed, a private bath with tub and shower, cable TV, in-room coffee, microwave, and refrigerator, and, free high-speed Internet. Located just an hour’s drive from Boston and Providence.

Naswa Resort

1086 Weirs Boulevard Laconia, NH, 03246 Phone: 603-366-4341 Toll-Free: 888-556-2792

Bring your pet to this friendly Lakes region resort

Imagine your favorite friend is with you to enjoy the scenic views and wide open spaces at the NASWA resort on Lake Winnipesaukee. There are pet friendly rooms located in the Inn Building, a Studio Suite, a One Room Cottage, and a Two Bedroom Cottage. Upon arrival and receiving your pet deposit, you’ll receive a “Welcome Kit” with a listing of pet services in the area, treats and a pet toy. Your pet friendly room will be outfitted with dog bedding, pet bowls and pet waste bags. Come for fun family activities and explore this scenic New Hampshire paradise together.

Sea View Inn

65 West Grand Avenue Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064 Phone: 207-934-4180 Toll-Free: 800-541-8439

Vacation with your pet in fall, winter or spring

Traveling with a canine friend? At Sea View Inn in Old Orchard Beach, Maine, pets are welcome in fall, winter, and spring. For just $10 a night (plus a $100 security deposit) Fido can sleep beside your bed. The Maine Seacoast is a great place for explorations with a dog at your side. Walk the length of our historic pier or our seven miles of beautiful sandy beach. In the fall drive the back roads to Portland, Freeport, Kittery, and York, and admire the colorful foliage along the route. Many towns in the area feature historic lighthouses -- great walking destinations. Return to the inn for an outdoor barbecue. We've got gas grills for your use. Or walk to one of the nearby Grand Avenue restaurants for lobster or clams.

York Harbor Inn

Coastal Route 1A -- 480 York Street York Harbor, ME, 03911 Phone: 207-363-5119 Toll-Free: 800-343-3869

Pet Friendly Luxury Inn

To make your pet feel at home, away from home, we supply blankets, food and water bowls, trash bags, walking maps, treats, and lists of pet friendly beaches in our area. Our luxurious Historic 1730 Harbor Crest Inn Is part of the York Harbor Inn Family of Inns. Several rooms with fireplaces, Jacuzzi spa tubs. At the Main Inn you will find award winning gourmet ocean view dining plus casual fireplaced Ship’s Cellar Pub. Walk to beach, convenient to golf, Kittery Outlet Shopping, whale watching, lobster boat tours, kayaking and area lighthouses. The perfect Maine getaway is just over one hour north of Boston. Open year round. See last minute “Internet Specials” on web site.

Hotel on North

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

Berkshire hotel welcomes you and your adventure-ready pet

Why would you travel to the Berkshires and not bring your canine companion? Think of all those mountain trails to hike, small-town streets to explore and fresh air to revel in? And, luckily, there is a hotel all ready to welcome you and your pet: Hotel on North, a 45-room boutique hotel with spacious rooms that are perfect for both two- and four-footed guests. Is Fido hankering for a doggie treat? The hotel staff has them. Need a crate to comfort Rover while you two humans enjoy a romantic dinner at townie-favorite Eat at North? Ask hotel housekeeping: They have them. You and your dog will have the time of your lives.

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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.

Fireside Inn Ocean's Edge

159 Searsport Avenue Belfast, ME, 04915 Phone: 207-338-2090

Pets are more than welcome at this very friendly seaside inn

When people ask the folks at Fireside Inn & Suites Ocean’s Edge if pets are welcome, they answer this way: They’ve never had a pet that smoked in bed, stole towels or played the TV too loud, so, it’s more a question of whether your pet can vouch for you. The inn prides itself on providing comfortable accommodations for people and their furry friends. A small nightly fee, a promise to not leave Fido alone in the room and to keep whatever your pet (goldfish excepted) is on a leash when not in the room are all that’s required. Pet-friendly rooms have patio doors that exit to acres of back lawn. Like you, they will love the space, and the sea breezes.

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Four Columns Inn

23 West Street Newfane, VT, 05345 Phone: 802-365-7713

Vermont inn, on spacious grounds, lays out a welcome mat for your furry traveler

Vermont and dogs have always been a happy combination, and that is definitely the case at the Four Columns Inn, where they really roll out the red carpet for your furry pal. One dog of up to 50 pounds is more than welcome at the inn, where they will be given a special treat upon arrival. Water bowls and waste bags are also provided. Set on 138 lush acres, the inn has plenty of hiking trails, grassy areas and walking paths for you and your canine companion. It’s a real nature-lover’s paradise. Ask about the South Newfane room with convenient outdoor access for pets. Nearby forests are fun for trekking, and Newfane Village is a great place for strolling.

RiverWalk Resort at Loon

22 South Mountain Drive Lincoln, NH, 03251 Phone: 603-745-7500

Pets are welcome at your vacation getaway in the White Mountains

Families and pets go together with wide open spaces and year round recreation. You can have it all in studio, one, two and three bedroom condominiums in the majestic White Mountains. Enjoy the comforts of home and the services and amenities of a scenic mountain resort. Situated across from Loon Mountain's South Peak with great skiing and in downtown Lincoln within walking distance to food, shopping, and entertainment. The kids will love the game room, the indoor/outdoor heated pool, skating rink, skiing and the highest concentration of natural and man-made attractions in the White Mountains, where you can take your favorite friend to get outside and run. In addition, the resort also features an on-site spa, Italian restaurant and winery. Launch Video

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Starlight Lodge of Rockport

360 Commercial Street Rockport, ME, 04856 Phone: 207-236-3276

Hotel has ‘woof-friendly’ rooms so your pooch can enjoy Maine, too

The mountains meet the sea at pretty Rockport Harbor – and what more could a vacationing dog ask for than that? Dogs are welcome in several rooms at the Starlight Lodge at Rockport Harbor, in the heart of Maine’s coastal vacationland. The hotel offers its human guests fresh, modern, fully renovated rooms (15 in all), a seasonal heated pool and a fire pit plaza for evening star-gazing. And for dogs? A lovely landscaped setting close to great harbor towns (Camden, Rockport, Rockland) for walks and dining in dog-friendly restaurants, state parks, terrific beaches and enough hiking possibilities to satisfy the most energetic canine. Some breeds are not allowed, so check with the hotel when making your reservation.

Rockport Inn and Suites

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

Man’s best friend in a place welcome to man and beast

Rockport is made for families and pets and so is this very pet friendly hotel on Cape Ann. At $30 per day per pet, you get the great amenities and comforts of a full service hotel and the friendliness of people who know a thing or two about families and pets. Bring your favorite four legged friend to this beautiful village by the sea and walk downtown together to great shops, restaurants, historic landmarks and Motif #1. Run free on magnificent beaches, smell the salt air, and take in those majestic ocean views. You’ll also enjoy the indoor pool, exercise room and Jacuzzi. Your room includes a 32” high-definition TV, coffeemaker, microwave, and mini-fridge or share a larger suite and get even more bang for your bark. Click here to view our pet policy (PDF).

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.

Mountain Top Inn & Resort

195 Mountain Top Road Chittenden, VT, 05737 Phone: 802-483-2311

Named a "Favorite Hotel" by Fido Friendly Magazine

Bring Fido! We understand that you don’t want to leave your furry friend behind, not when they could be enjoying miles of trails and the fresh air of Central Vermont at your side! Our four cabins and several of our guest houses are pet friendly accommodations. Upon arrival, your pet will receive a dog bed, bowls and a Vermont Gourmet Dog Treat. Set on 350 private acres with 60km of trails (many are pet friendly) and a 740 acre lake, there are plenty of woods and meadows to be explored. During warm months, dine at the main lodge terrace where Fido is welcome to join you. Standard pet policies apply, but we’re sure that our location and environment will be the perfect setting for the ‘whole’ family.

Basin Harbor

4800 Basin Harbor Road Vergennes, VT, 05491 Phone: 802-475-2311 Toll-Free: 800-622-4000

Bring along your furry friend on a Basin Harbor vacation

Nobody wants you to leave a loved one home alone while the rest of the family is on vacation. That's why Basin Harbor has always been pet-friendly. Stay in one of our family cottages (with space for up to eight people) and bring your four-legged friend along with you! Dogs even have their own swimming area on Lake Champlain, Fanny's Beach. Enjoy rambling walks with your pet on 700 acres of iconic Vermont landscape. We even offer pet amenities -- pick-up gloves and do treats made in Vermont. Should you want to step out without your pet one afternoon, our concierge can arrange pet-sitting and dog-walking services.

Grand Harbor Inn

14 Bay View Landing Camden, ME, 04843 Phone: 207-230-7177 Toll-Free: 877-553-6997

Pamper your pooch on Maine’s mid coast

This popular inn loves dogs and welcomes you and yours with "open paws." Several rooms are designated pet friendly with a limit of two well behaved dogs (no size limit) per room at $35 per pet, per night fee. Guests will be asked to sign and adhere to the pet policies and etiquette upon arrival and check-in. Please inquire upon making your reservation. Special just for your pet amenities include a comfortable and plush fleece dog bed, gourmet dog biscuits, water and food bowl, an extensive list of local outdoor recreational activities for you and your pet to enjoy, doggy daycare options, local veterinarians just in case something unexpected occurs, and a warm, personalized greeting and rub behind the ears.

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XV Beacon

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

Your pet is a welcome guest at this boutique Boston hotel

While you’re traveling to Boston, share the special experience of this boutique lodging luxury with your favorite four-legged canine friend. Dogs of any size are welcome for no additional fee, though the hotel suggests a $25 donation be given toward the local animal shelter. The hotel offers a limited number of dog friendly rooms with dog walking services and treats available upon your request. Now imagine one of the greatest cities of the world to spend the day with your special friend enjoying some of the great outdoor spaces in any city - and even some indoors that allow dogs too. Your accommodations are perfect from classic or studio rooms to suites with canopy beds and fireplaces, surround sound satellite radio, rainforest showers, and comfy bathrobes. Woof. Confirm room availability at booking. 1st on Conde Nast's list of 10 Top Hotels in Boston: Readers Choice Awards 2018.

Portland Harbor Hotel

468 Fore Street Portland, ME, 04101 Phone: 207-775-9090

Pets are treated like family at this Maine coast hotel

Enjoy a memorable stay and bring your pet along for the joys to be found in this pet friendly hotel and eminently walkable port city on the Maine coast. Cozy deluxe rooms and suites have every comfort and amenity. And with advanced notice and $25 extra per night, the hotel offers special services to you and your pet including pet sitting and dog walking, and information on dog parks, beaches and trails. Eve’s on the Garden serves breakfast, lunch and dinner right in the hotel. And you’re minutes from every magical attraction Portland has to offer. Get out on land or water and explore Maine’s maritime past, shop till you drop, visit museums, and don’t’ miss the ICE BAR.

Sheraton Commander Hotel

16 Garden Street Cambridge, MA, 02138 Phone: 617-547-4800

Be a friend to your pet in this dog-welcoming lodging

If you love to travel with your favorite pet, the Sheraton Commander is the place for you. The Cambridge hotel welcomes dogs weighing up to 80 pounds. Your faithful companion will be able to join you as you stroll the recreational walkways along the Charles River or step out our door into Harvard Square for some people watching. We offer easy access to downtown Boston, too. Our freshly-renovated guest rooms are filled with sunshine by day and each features the renowned Sheraton Sweet SleeperTM bed. Rooms are also equipped with flat-panel LCD televisions and free high-speed Internet access. Dine at our restaurant, Nubar, an establishment with a 100-year history in Harvard Square. We cook with garden-fresh herbs and vegetables grown right outside our kitchen door.

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Sterling Ridge Log Cabin Resort

155 Sterling Ridge Drive Jeffersonville, VT, 05464 Phone: 802-644-8265 Toll-Free: 800-347-8266

Yes, you can bring the dog to your vacation at this mountain resort

But can we bring the dog? The answer to that eternal pre-vacation question, if you are staying at the very inviting Sterling Ridge Resort, is yes! Your dog is more than welcome at select log cabins at this 350-acre resort, nestled in the mountains of Vermont. The cabins – studios as well as one-, two- and three-bedroom – are spacious, with fireplaces perfect for a dog to get cozy in front of. With miles of hiking trails, plenty of swimming holes and Vermont’s dog-welcoming businesses, there’s plenty for Fido to do in your company. He might not appreciate the spectacular views, as you will, but he will, like you, love that fresh mountain air.

Sebasco Harbor Resort

Mid-Coast Maine on Casco Bay Sebasco Estates, ME, 04565 Phone: 207-389-1161 Toll-Free: 877-389-1161

Your pet will be treated like a VIP at this Midcoast resort

Is your furry friend a VIP (Very Important Pet)? The Sebasco Harbor Resort understands. In fact, the resort, 450 acres on Maine’s glorious Midcoast, has set aside several VIP areas throughout its property (marked on a handy map) for your convenience and that of your pet. And that’s not all: Your pet will receive a special welcome treat, and your cottage (one of 10 pet-friendly ones at the resort, all with kitchenettes and some with a fireplace or deck) comes with food and water dishes with placemats, bedding and pet cleanup supplies. There’s plenty for your pet to do, with nearby hiking in the woods and strolling through a delightful harborside village. Pets up to 70 pounds are more than welcome.

Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel

138 St. James Avenue Boston, MA, 02116 Phone: 617-267-5300 Toll-Free: 800-441-1414

Your favorite pet is welcome here.

Great cities and great hotels are even more fun to enjoy when they can be shared with your favorite pet. Fairmont Copley Plaza understands this and has made all rooms pet friendly. You’re welcome to bring along up to two pets of any size for an additional fee of $25 per pet, per night. The places to walk, run, play and relax are unlimited in Boston and environs, and after a day out, you have this magnificent hotel to return to together. You’re in the center of everything in historic Back Bay, near Beacon Hill and the Freedom Trail, cafes and great shopping at the Copley Place Mall, the Shops at the Prudential and the boutiques of Newbury Street.

Westin Boston Waterfront Hotel

425 Summer Street Boston, MA, 02210 Phone: 617-532-4600 Toll-Free: 888-627-7115

Pamper your dog and yourself on a pet-enhanced getaway

Fido is welcome at the Westin Boston Waterfront, an award-winning hotel located beside the city's seaport. And if he enjoys being pampered, he'll love it. Our rooms offer great views of the city and are equipped with the Westin Heavenly Bed® for a restful night's sleep. Re-invigorate your body with a workout in our fitness studio. We can provide you with New Balance running shoes or workout gear to use during your stay. Swim a few laps in our indoor heated pool. Afterwards, relax in the whirlpool. For breakfast or lunch, try Sauciety, our modern American grill. MJ O'Connors is our Irish pub; seafood dishes include butter poached lobster and steamed mussels in curry sauce. Enjoy a hand-crafted martini at our City-Bar-Boston Harbor.

Boothbay Harbor Inn

31 Atlantic Avenue Boothbay Harbor, ME, 04538 Phone: 207-633-6302 Toll-Free: 800-533-6302

Walkin’ the dog at scenic Boothbay Harbor

Bring your favorite pet and enjoy the sights, sounds, and salt air along Maine’s rocky mid coast in scenic Boothbay Harbor. Pet friendly rooms are available for just $20 per animal per night. A great location with a low key attitude, incredible views and endless places to walk, you’ll find casual comforts in 60 non smoking guest rooms with private balcony or patio, coffeemakers, flat-screen TVs, fridges, microwaves and free WiFi. Enjoy a complementary buffet breakfast and onsite, wines, beers and cocktails along with great seafood at the Sunset Bar and Grille. The waterfront is the perfect place for some exercise and serious shopping, and you’re just a short walk to and over the Boothbay Harbor's famous wooden footbridge.

Interlaken Inn

74 Interlaken Road (Route 112) Lakeville, CT, 06039 Phone: 860-435-9878 Toll-Free: 800-222-2909

A fun getaway with your pet in the Litchfield Hills

Vacationing with your canine friend? Be assured that Interlaken Inn’s hospitable staff will greet you with a warm welcome! We offer pet-friendly rooms in our Woodside House, a single-level building that provides direct entry from the outside. Woodside rooms offer vaulted ceilings, a queen-size bed, a sleep-sofa, microwave and refrigerator. Bathrooms have been renovated with shower units and granite tops. Luxury pet beds will also be provided in your room! Take advantage of our “pet-away” package, which includes deluxe accommodations, dinner at Morgan’s Restaurant, continental breakfast for two, a video rental from our collection, and a special welcoming basket with wine, local cheeses, and pup treats. Sit, stay, sleep at Interlaken!

Eagle Mountain House & Golf Club

179 Carter Notch Road Jackson, NH, 03846 Phone: 603-383-9111 Toll-Free: 800-966-5779

Happy trails for you & your pet at this gracious mountain resort

Looking for a pet-friendly getaway that your pooch will enjoy as much as you? Pet-friendly rooms with all the comforts are available at the Eagle Mountain House and Golf Club. Inside the room, there is one feature pets that you and your dog will both fall in love with: windows that actually open, letting in those wonderful mountain breezes. But you need to get out and enjoy that air! Luckily, Jackson and the surrounding area have plenty to offer in that regard, including trails in parts of the nearly 800,000-acre White Mountain National Forest. Imagine you and your dog strolling through foothills, up slopes – even over a covered wooden bridge, then heading back to your comfortable, spacious room.

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Lamb and Lion Inn

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

An award-winning "pet friendly" oasis in the heart of Cape Cod

Voted "Best Mid-Cape B&B/Inn" for 10 years by Cape Cod Life (2008-2016 & 2018), the Lamb and Lion Inn features unique amenities including wood-burning fireplaces, suites with kitchens, a courtyard with solar-heated salt water pool, a year-round hot tub and fire pit, complimentary use of beach chairs, towels and umbrellas, a full-service yoga and spa studio and a unique "eat anytime and anywhere" breakfast. Whether your first time to Cape Cod or your 50th, you will love the inn's complimentary self-guided driving tours, which help guests find the Cape's hottest hot spots and most tucked-away treasures. Voted "One of the top 12 pet friendly properties in the world" by CNN.

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.

Sheraton Boston Hotel

39 Dalton Street Boston, MA, 02199 Phone: 617-236-2000 Toll-Free: 800-325-3535

Our streets are made for walking with your dog

Why leave your furry friend at home when you visit Boston? The Sheraton Boston Hotel welcomes pets weighing up to 40 pounds. Boston is a walkers' city, and you'll love exploring our streets and parks with your faithful companion by your side. Each of our guest rooms features a 37" flat-screen TV, an ergonomic workspace, high-speed internet access, and our renowned Sheraton Sweet Sleeper® Beds. We also offer one of New England's largest indoor pools, with a retractable ceiling to allow guests to soak up summer sunshine. Our state-of-the-art fitness center is equipped with weight machines, free weights, and low-impact exercise equipment. Enjoy the sauna after your workout. For breakfast visit our Cafe Apropos; for diner or cocktails, try our Sidebar & Grille.

Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa

1746 Mountain Road Stowe, VT, 05672 Phone: 802-253-7355 Toll-Free: 800-253-2232

Plenty of places for your pooch to play at mountain resort

When the Stoweflake Mountain Resort & Spa says “come play with us,” they don’t just mean humans, although there is plenty of fun to be had for humans, from winter skiing and snowshoeing to fall biking and summer swimming. But what about the family dog? The 60-acre resort wants him to play, too, so they’ve set aside pet-friendly rooms and townhouses and set up extensive dog trails for you and Fido to explore together. And you won’t want to miss the Stowe Rec Path, a 5.3-mile stretch of easy terrain that rambles through woods, across meadows, over wooden bridges and past some swimming holes that have “Come on in, the water’s great” written all over them in language your dog will understand.

Wolf Cove Inn

5 Jordan Shore Drive Poland, ME, 04274 Phone: 207-998-4976

Your pet will love this lakeside getaway

Couples, families and friends love this authentic, charming and pet friendly lodging at Tripp Lake. Your hosts provide pet blankets, water bowls, poopy bags and treats> Rooms are available on the second floor with amenities like a flat screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and a common kitchen area. This beautiful setting offers year-round Maine Western Lakes region comforts and activities plus fresh air, lush gardens, and a majestic pine grove along the shorefront. There are endless places to explore and access to the dock and the use of canoes, kayaks and rowboat. The homemade breakfast offers farm to table ingredients that are all natural, organic, preservative and antibiotic-free featuring sweet and savory entrees and an endless array of muffins, fruits, juices and coffee.

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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.

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.

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