When it comes to travel, accommodations for the whole family – pets included – have their perks. Nearly 23 million American households welcomed pets into their homes since 2020, and 65% of those plan to take their pets with them when they hit the road, according to research done in partnership with Mars Petcare in The 2022 Traveler trends report released by Hilton. To make that dream a reality, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton’s upscale, extended-stay brand, is celebrating the new year as the newest Hilton brand to become 100% pet-friendly.
Here’s what pet families can find when they hit the road in 2022:
The Cat’s Out of the Bag
Hilton has partnered with Mars Petcare, the world’s largest pet care company, to feature pet health, wellness and behavioral support through a new online service. Access will soon be expanded to 100% of Homewood Suites and Home2 Suites by Hilton properties throughout the U.S. and Canada – with Mars Petcare experts available to answer questions related to traveling with four-legged friends. The service includes on-demand articles with tips including what to pack and how to settle in as well as chat features, both online and via phone, where Mars Petcare experts can answer any pet-related concerns throughout the trip.
This online support specifically tailored for on-the-go pets creates a more inclusive and seamless travel experience for Hilton guests and their furry friends.
Letting Sleeping Dogs Lie
Anyone who has a pet understands the stress of leaving them behind to travel. Seeking care for a dog or cat while you’re away can be time consuming and costly, and some pets feel major anxiety when their loved ones leave or they are boarded. Humans also experience anxiety leaving their furry friends at home as well, it’s why 47% of pet owners would cancel a vacation that isn’t pet-friendly to avoid leaving their pet behind, according to Mars Petcare’s 2021 “Keeping People and Pets Together” report.
Homewood Suites officially began welcoming pets to all of its properties as of Jan. 1, 2022, joining Home2 Suites and Canopy by Hilton as 100% pet-friendly brands. And, by April of this year, all Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton and Tru by Hilton properties in the U.S. and Canada will also become completely pet-friendly.
Every Dog Has Its Day
Traveling with a pet doesn’t come without limitations: Travelers need parks, space and quiet rooms so pets can feel comfortable. This is why Hilton’s all-suite properties are purr-fect for pets. Not only do many offer plenty of green spaces for pets to walk and play, such as Homewood Suites by Hilton Chicago Downtown South Loop, one block from iconic Grant Park, but the roomy suites help every traveler, regardless of number of legs, to feel comfortable and right at home.
Guests of Homewood Suites and Home2 Suites hotels have kitchens with full-sized appliances, which also makes traveling with any special foods or medicines a pet may need easier. In addition to pet-friendly accommodations, Homewood Suites by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton team members will provide guests information on local pet-friendly resources, including local dog parks, any nearby 24-hour vets, pet stores and any pet-friendly restaurants in the area. Many hotels will offer pet treats at the front desk, pet bowls for guest use and pet waste bags.
With Hilton Honors members earning an additional 2,500 Bonus Points per stay through May 1, 2022, in its Points Unlimited promotion, staying at Homewood Suites by Hilton’s 100% pet-friendly hotels in 2022 is the cat’s meow. Learn more about Hilton’s Pet-Friendly hotels and locations.
About Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 23 world-class brands comprising more than 7,600 properties and nearly 1.2 million rooms, in 126 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed over 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, was named the No. 1 World’s Best Workplace by Great Place to Work and Fortune and has been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for seven consecutive years. Hilton has introduced industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the nearly 190 million Hilton Honors members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
About Homewood Suites by Hilton
Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton’s upscale, award-winning, all-suite extended-stay hotel brand, has nearly 540 pet-friendly locations across the U.S., Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean, with nearly 150 properties in the pipeline. When traveling for extended or quick overnight stays, Homewood Suites offers inviting, spacious suites featuring separate living and sleeping areas, and fully equipped kitchens with full-size refrigerators for guests seeking home-like accommodations and value-driven amenities, including free hot breakfast and weekly Welcome Home Wednesday evening reception. Homewood Suites by Hilton is focused on guest satisfaction and stands behind each stay with its 100% Suite Assurance® guarantee. Experience a positive stay at Homewood Suites by Hilton by booking at homewoodsuites.com or through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits. Learn more about Homewood Suites by Hilton at stories.hilton.com/homewoodsuites, and follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.