Traveling with Pets
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As “Empty Nesters” we are finding the time to take a few more trips and see things that have always been on our bucket list to see. But since we have Biscuit the 1 year old “puppy” we either have to find a pet sitter or take him with us. He travels well, and is well behaved but not all hotels are pet friendly especially for a big guy like Biscuit. But we have found a few hotels that welcome even the big guys like him to stay at their hotels. One of our favorite places to stay is Extended Stay America because they are pet friendly as well as have a great reward system in place.
Why Extended Stay America?
They have pet-friendly rooms in all of their 600+ hotels around the United States it does cost us a little bit extra because he is bigger, but in any Extended Stay America we have stayed at the manager approved his staying with us. But I also love that they have kitchenettes so we can cook our own meals while traveling. It is a huge money saver and a great hotel to stay in while we travel. Here are some must have travel items when you are planning on traveling with a pet. I’ve learned the hard way though to remember to pack a “doggy” bag that contains the following items for Biscuit.
Toys including his rope and ball so that he gets plenty of exercise when we travel.
His bed because otherwise he likes to jump on furniture and of course his doggy bowls. We bring a gallon jug of water with us to use when we stop for potty breaks, so he gets everything he gets at home.
His leash is a must because without it he would be long gone in a new area and of course we pack his doggy treat to help keep him on track while we travel.
Last but not least we pack his food, because we want him to remain on the same food he gets at home. We pack extra for just in case we want to extend our stay by a couple of days but have only used the “extra” once.
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heather b says
I love that they have pet friendly rooms!!
Lesley F says
We always try to take our dogs with us when we travel on road trips
laurie murley says
i would love to go to Lexington and stay for a night great city
laurie murley says
I learned they have perks that will give you 20% off your next stay
Kerri Walters says
I choose Fort Wayne Indiana and the North location!
Shanna b says
I’d choose to stay on my way to Florida this
Summer or while in Florida!
Shanna b says
I learned over 85% of their hotels have
Been renovated!
Amy Tolley says
I would visit Merrillville IN and all they have to offer
Sheila K. says
I’d like a stay in Gainesville, FL, so that I could visit friends who live there!
Sheila K. says
They offer a free “grab-and-go” breakfast that includes a variety of breakfast bars and muffins, hot cereal, coffee, and tea!
Donna L says
I would go to Albany, NY.
Emilie Pecka says
I learned some serve breakfast too
Emilie Pecka says
I’d choose San Francisco
Donna L says
I learned that I can save 20% when I join.
Maryann D. says
Extended Stay America sounds wonderful. I will tell my brother who travels with his cute dog.
Wendy R. says
I’d like to stay at the Tucson extended stay and plan a fun weekend getaway!
Wendy R. says
They have lots of great amenities! I like the full kitchens and pools.
Susan Hartman says
I would like to stay at the Extended Stay in Carnegie Pa. I’ve been wanting to visit Pittsburgh for awhile and Im hoping this is the year.
Susan Hartman says
Yippee! They give senior discounts. I didn’t qualify the last time I stayed.
Susan Hartman says
I like staying at Extended Stays. I’ve stayed at a few but my favorite was in Austin Texas.
Candace Miller says
I would stay at Extended Stay in Virginia Beach to visit family. I can get 20% off my stay too!
Anna Pry says
i’d choose Pittsburgh so I could visit my family up there
Anna Pry says
found out i can get 20% off my next stay
Stephanie Grant says
I would choose to stay at the Extended Stay America – New Orleans – Metairie because we are planning a trip to New Orleans this spring and this would so help us save money, keep us from staying with family and allow us to bring our Loki dog!
Stephanie Grant says
I discovered that when you book at ExtendedStayAmerica.com, you’ll receive the absolute lowest rate– guaranteed!
Katherine s says
The breakfast component would make it a lot easier for us since we have 2 young boys and will have a baby girl in 2 weeks. We still want to be able to go on vacation but we want to make it as easy and as enjoyable as we can.
Audrey Stewart says
What a nice place to stay while traveling.
Nicole Lancaster says
I would stay at a Extended Stay America Hotel in Phoenix, Arizona because My family drives up to Phoenix frequently to go to the Phoenix Zoo and other family attractions.
Nicole Lancaster says
I learned on the Extended Stay America website that in select hotels they have shuttle service to local stores and restaurants and all hotels have a grab and go breakfast.
Heather Amos says
I would like to stay at the one in Fayetteville, NC. We are going to FL in a few months and that would be halfway and a nice place to stop and stay.
Heather Amos says
I learned that with Extended perks you can save 20%. That is a pretty nice thing.
desiree says
i have not been to the hotel in while but the dogs goes with us all the tim
Sue E says
We are empty nesters and even though traveling was on our bucket list, we forgot about the funding part! With no raises in Social Security and everything else going up (especially our politicians salaries) and taxes, we have to really look around for good deals! We bring our furry friends whenever we can! Your ideas are great! Our animals do not like change! They are creatures of habit! If we can’t take them, we leave them with a friend or family member. If I can help it, I will not board my furry friends! I couldn’t stand the thought of them staying locked up in a cage!
monique s says
I like the breakfast component saves time. Room looks clean and nice
Janet W. says
I’ve never stayed here before but it looks like a nice option!
Laura says
We always try to take our two dogs with us whenever we vacation. Our cats usually stay at home if we’re not gone too long.
Angela Ingles says
That’s a gorgeous room – I’d love to bring the whole family – pets and kids, too. 🙂
Saundra Bowers says
Wow! I really like the pet friendly side of the stay. The rooms look nice sized also.
May Rodriguez says
I don’t take my pets anywhere.
Tara L says
I have a convention coming soon in July and I’d like to stay somewhere in Newark would only be a few mins drive after staying and it would be helpful.
Tara L says
I notice they accept people who have AAA Hotel Discounts which is always good to save even if it’s a small percentage!
livivua chandler says
It ends on my birthday….This would be great for spring break!
Christy Peeples DuBois says
I like their Best Rate Guarantee, their discounts, and that 85% of their hotels have been renovated.
laurie murley says
I know it is hard to travel with pets
XmasDolly says
I found they have one right by my house for my guests to stay at when they come visit me because I have a small home and really not enough room for overnighters. I’m going to have to go drive by there to see where it’s at. Woo Hoo Nice to know that… My daughter lives in Missouri & when she comes to visit with just her & her son is no problem to stay by me, but when hubby comes with he travels for work & he does computer stuff it’s nice to know he’ll have privacy and they’ll have a nice place to stay.
XmasDolly says
I learned they’re pet friendly those are so hard to find. I also learned they’ve been renovated, and this is the first time hearing about this chain. They sound affordable, and have many accommodations that comes with it.
Christy Peeples DuBois says
I would choose Jackson ms because we periodically stay in Jackson and it would be nice not to have to pay for a place to stay.
Tabitha says
Can’t wait for my KC trip!
denise low says
This looks like a nice place to stay. And they except pet also. That is great. Thank you for sharing.
Cecilia H says
I’d like to stay at Roanoke, Va. Its close to friends I dont get to see often 🙂
Cecilia H says
They have just partnered with PetFinder. They have over 600 locations coast to coast. If you Book now you can save 20% .
Nicholle Holycross says
I would stay in Omaha. That way I could split the drive up between Montana and Tennessee when I go see family!
Cecilia H says
I would love a getaway!
Nicholle Holycross says
I learned that most of their hotels have been renovated, something I appreciate very much!
Laura says
I would love to stay at one of the ones in Montana. I’ve been wanting to vacation there for a while!
Laura says
I discovered that they offer hotels where we live! How awesome!
Meaghan says
I have a softball reunion in Evansville, IN coming up in April. I would love to win a stay there for the weekend so I can catch up with my teammates!
Meaghan says
I like the grab and go breakfast!
Kira says
Never knew about perks program would be awesome since my son loves doing overnight stays, he thinks of it as an adventure
Bechtel, Lynn says
I’d like to stay at any of the Tampa area Extended Stay America motels….( nice and close to the beaches) 🙂
Bechtel, Lynn says
20% off is wonderful. The rooms look clean & comfy!
stephanie L. says
I would want to stay in Chicago because the options are endless!
stephanie landeros says
I see that by joining today I save 20%!
katie says
I would love to go to Oregon. We have family close by to watch over our dog but it’s nice to know if it wasn’t possible that he could come along.
Lisa Varner says
I learned that there is one that I could stay in on my next trip to Albuquerque.
Sara says
I’d stay at the one in Westminster, CO when I visit family.
bn100 says
Washington, DC
gloria says
will have to check it out as you say there are a lot of places that don’t want pets. When we were at the Grand Canyon we stopped at one place and they said NO pets BUT if we want to take them go ahead. So we need
Charity L says
I would choose Ft. Lauderdale because have never had a chance to visit that area yet.
Charity L says
85% of their hotels have been rennovated.
Nannypanpan says
I’d take the kids to Nashua New Hampshire cause it has a lot to offer
Nannypanpan says
I learned they have several locations around Boston
Sarah Hayes says
we love to travel but never do with pets.
beth says
I learned that they have a perks program that can get you up to 20% off.
beth says
I’d like to stay in Appleton, Wisconsin
Stacey Freeland says
I have a sister that I’m 10 yrs older than who I luv & miss so very much, she lives in Nashville Tenn. & I live all the way in Ca. I miss my baby sister So.
Stacey Freeland says
How fun I’m finding this site
Victoria Scott says
That they have a Perks program with discounts and rewards!
Victoria Scott says
I’d like to stay at the Extended Stay America – Nashville – Vanderbilt. It’s not too far from home, so my husband and I could enjoy a little weekend getaway to Nashville 🙂
Farrah Less G. says
We love to travel whenever we have time off from work and on the budget. Choosing a decent but inexpensive hotel is quite a challenge. We are a member of hotel rewards and its been a great help for us. It would be nice if I won on this giveaway it means another trip of a lifeitme.
Darcy Koch says
I have never traveled with my pet. However, I’m sure there are those who do so. This room is so spacious. I hope they somehow can read this.
Lula Ruger says
Extended Stay America – San Diego – Fashion Valley
Lula Ruger says
You can save save 20% off 1-6 nights with the Extended Perks Program
Lula Ruger says
I love that they are pet friendly and even have perks rewards
rochelle haynes says
Lovely place love to go here
Tara L says
I don’t know how people can travel with pets on a cruise. I actually just got back from a cruise and there was a service dog aboard and I don’t know where they would even go to the bathroom on the ship. It’s weird. I’ve always wondered that.
Margaret Appel says
This is great information for those of us with furkids we cannot leave home alone. Boarding can bring a whole slew of problems with it, whereas House/Pet Sitters can run into a bit of money also. Thanks for the review & heads up 🙂
Akkira Foster says
I’d like to stay at the Austin, TX location so I when I visit my family I’ll have a place to stay.
Crystal Lopez says
How convenient is this! So perfect for pet owners who just can’t leave their furry friends behind! Love these accommodations!
Sage says
It looks like a great giveaway, but I’m going to abstain because I haven’t been back to the US in over 5 years and don’t plan to start now 🙂
It’s great that this chain is pet friendly. I remember when I was in the process of moving abroad, places weren’t pet friendly and several times, I had to sneak an 18 lb. ginger tomcat into my hotel. That was very much not a fun experience!
Jennifer Cervantes says
I’d love to stay at the Santa Barbra, ca location because I think my family would love it, my uncle used to live there and I loved it, plus it is close to the beach.
Jennifer Cervantes says
I learned that they have a best rate guarantee.
crystal mccord says
I learned about extended perks
Bites for Foodies says
Austin is another place I’d love to visit! As for traveling with pets, I brought my dog to and from Italy two times, years ago. He was amazing although I’m not sure I would do it again.
Cindy Gordon says
I would LOVE to win a stay at the Extended Suites! I love that they are pet friendly and we don’t have to leave our sweet dog behind. I love that there is a kitchen where we can cook our food 🙂
Censie Sawyer says
We do not own any dogs and I honestly cannot imagine traveling with our two cats but after traveling with my best friend and her husband with two dogs I see how important it is to find pet friendly places to stay. This looks liek a great place to stay with or with out pets.
Tiffany says
We just added our little HarleyGirl to our family in August and haven’t traveled with her yet but these great tips will definitely help with the first time we do. Thank you so much!
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says
I love this! I never want to leave the house without my pets! I would miss them so much!
aad3431 says
i would like to stay in Extended Stay America – Las Vegas – Midtown because All Suites are Recently Renovated and Non-Smoking* which is so great.
aad3431 says
i learnt that extended stay america has great offer of joining their perks program and getting 20% off on stay from 1-6 days.
Valerie says
I’d love to stay in Florida Jacksonville my coach is from there and I’m from California. A nice visit to see her would be great.
Valerie says
I love that they are pet friendly we travel a lot because i compete in the bikini bodybuilding shows and hate leaving our Yorkie behind with a babysitter so this is a great offer they have
Kimberley Meier says
I would like to stay in one of the Chicago locations!
Kimberley Meier says
I discovered that their rooms come with full kitchens which would be a great way to cut back on the expense of eating out every meal.
Kimberly M says
I would like to stay in the Extended Stay America in Nashville, TN because we are planning a trip to Nashville this year and it would be wonderful to stay at an Extended Stay there and explore Nashville.
Kimberly M says
I found that you can download their app and keep up to date with them and that over 85% of their hotels have been renovated.
Lynne Chambers says
I would like to stay in Denver Colorado.
Lynne Chambers says
I learned abut the nice perks available for joining, like 20% 1 -6 nights!
Cheryl B says
I found out that if I join.. I can save 20%.
Cheryl B says
I would stay at the Extended Stay in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
angie says
I would stay in Louisville Kentucky lots of attractions I would love to see there
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angie says
love that they have the capacity to cook your own foods with diets that our families are on this is the safest bet
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Buddy Garrett says
When we travel with our pwr we always bring along her favorite toy and blanket.
sarah K brushaber says
D.C.
sarah K brushaber says
they have a best price guarantee which is awesome!!
Sarah says
The rooms look very nice for the price, on the website.
I would love to go to Nashville TN!
Rachel Wifethenmama says
I would either stay in Boise because I have family near there, or in the Portland area since it is within close driving distance if I don’t have gas money to go very far!
Rachel Wifethenmama says
I learned that the suites are gorgeous and they have full kitchens, which are always amazing for saving money while travelling!
Sandra McFadden says
That you get a 15% discount for booking early.
Sandra McFadden says
Nice giveaway and ideas for traveling with your pet.
belinda bell says
Love having pet friendly rooms. We always travel with our furbaby
Auntiepatch says
I’m glad to know that pets are welcome. One less thing to worry about on a trip! And non-smoking rooms are a plus, too!
Dotty J Boucher says
This place looks wonderful! and I have never thought to travel with my pets but if I do, at least I know now that this place
allows animals.
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Edye says
What a nice giveaway!
Nicole E Ackerman says
It’s great when you are able to travel with your pets!
Nicole E Ackerman says
I would love to visit Austin, Texas because my friend just moved there and I’ve never been!
Nicole E Ackerman says
I learned that Learn you can save up to 10% just by booking early with the advanced purchase rates!
shirley says
Like to stay at the ones in Springfield MO or Springdale AR, because we have to stay overnight in these areas.
shirley says
The rooms look so big, up to date and clean.
shirley says
Like to stay at one in Springdale AR.
Shannon Kirby says
Orlando on vacation
Shannon Kirby says
85 percent of their hotels have been renovated
Maya BZ says
Nashville, because I’ve always wanted to visit there!
Maya BZ says
They have fully equipped kitchens!
Lorayne Gothard says
I would stay in Houston, because I have a lot of family in the city. I really like how the rooms have their own kitchns.
Lorayne Gothard says
I noticed, when visiting the site, that Extended Stay America was voted the #1 midprice extended stay hotel.
rebeka deleon says
I would stay in Asheville, NC because i have wanted to visit there for the scenery and to see biltmore.
rebeka deleon says
I see that they have an app to make it easy to book a room while on the go.
wendi says
I WOULD USE BLOOMINGTON IL MY DAD LIVES RIGHT THERE!!!
Michelle Levine says
I would choose chicago because i always wanted to visit that city.
Michelle Levine says
I discovered instant perks where you get points toward free stays and 20% off your first booking.
Quirky Homemaker says
I think I’d like to stay at an Extended Stay in either Jacksonville, Daytona or St. Pete.
Quirky Homemaker says
New York, Boston, San Francisco and San Jose are all listed as Popular Vacation spots.
Michelle StPierre says
Billing MT be because we are planning a trip there soon and looking to move to Montana.
Michelle StPierre says
What a great hotel! I was even able to fill out my profile and get 20% off my first stay!! Thanks for sharing and for the chance! Good luck everyone!
Arell says
My husband and I haven’t been away since we got married 10 years ago! One day….
Becky Beall says
As a travel journalist, folks are always asking me where they can stay with their pets. So glad to have this information!
Ingrid Jackson says
I would like to stay at the one Charleston, SC – this would give me the opportunity to visit family and the historic town as well as the old Slave Market.
Amy Lauren Scott says
Also I learned that their hotels have gyms!
Amy Lauren Scott says
I’d love to stay in the one in Charlotte, NC!!
Tara Liebing says
I would go to the one in Omaha Nebraska because that is where my son’s sister lives and I would love to him there this summer to visit her. They haven’t seen wacher other in 10 years.
renee says
I would probably choose the Atlanta location because we are planning a short trip to Atlanta while my daughter is out of school this month. We hope to go to the zoo and a few other spots, and both of my daughters want to swim! I hope they have a heated or indoor pool!
renee says
I learned there is an Extended Stay hotel in Atlanta, and we hope to travel there soon.
KENNETH OHL says
they are well received
Angela Ingles says
I think I would choose Red Bank, New Jersey. We love the Jersey Shore, but haven’t been to this town yet! We have a two year old and a newborn, so I wouldn’t want to go too much farther away, but this is far enough away, that it would feel like a “real” vacation! 🙂
Angela Ingles says
I learned that if you complete a profile on their site, you can get a code for 20% off your stay.
Laurie Nykaza says
Youcan save 20% off 1-6 nights great savings would use this for my visit there
Laurie Nykaza says
Extended Stay America – Palm Springs – Airport is where i would love to go love to visit there
Diane says
Stay in San Diego