Viva Pet-Friendly Hotels Las Vegas!

Looking to get away to America’s playground this summer? Las Vegas isn’t just for the bachelorette parties and nightlife anymore, though there’s still plenty of that to be had! In recent years, the city has turned a significant amount of funds to making Las Vegas more family friendly. And of course, that includes pets!

Instead of renting a condo or cabin out away from the center of the action, why not stay in one of Las Vegas’ pet-friendly hotels. Enjoy all the amenities and luxuries that make the city famous, all without sacrificing the comfort of your animal.

Drumroll: The Famous Flamingo:

And don’t forget to go to Yappy Hour at the Rumour Boutique Hotel!

Planning is Key

Taking your animals to the desert requires just a few plans ahead of time. The first thing to consider is the time of year: most families go on vacation in the summer. Nevada is famous for temperatures reaching well into the triple digits – imagine how much hotter that feels under a coat of fur! If you plan to visit in the summer, call ahead to the pet-friendly hotels in Las Vegas to see what they recommend to keep your pets cool and occupied. Odds are, they won’t be allowed at the hotel pool with you! However, the concierge staff should have a list of day kennels you may use. Or maybe the hotel itself has facilities for animals.

Rule of Thumb
Most places, even the pet-friendly hotels of Las Vegas, will require someone to be with the animals in the room. This means they may not be left unaccompanied, even for so little as an hour: you will need to be present when the cleaning staff comes to make up your room, or at least crate your dog or cat.

Instead of spending a fortune on day care, why not split up animal-minding duties throughout the day? While the kids are playing at the pool, mom or dad can take the dog for a short walk. Take turns getting out of the sun – and back in air conditioning – and trade off puppy duty. Once the sun begins to set, it’s a great time to get out and explore the strip. At that point the in the day, it should be cool enough to take the animals out too.

Always make sure to carry bottled water for yourself and your pets, as well as an inflatable water bowl. Remember, your dog will need to drink more frequently than you will – the heat will feel worse to him.

Check out our listings page for pet-friendly hotels in Las Vegas: when you find one that makes you want to pack your bags, call them up and ask for tips about traveling with a pet. A good hotel will be knowledgeable about local activities, park, kennels, and can give you a good idea of what to expect.