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Dog-friendly hotels

Discounts at Motel 6 and Studio 6 for AKC-registered dogs

Motel 6 has long accepted pets as guests — and thank goodness, because there are lots of Motel 6 properties, they’re generally dependable, and though they’re no-frills they’re priced accordingly. Now the prices are even more reasonable, since the American Kennel Club has struck a deal with Motel 6 and its extended-stay sibling, Studio 6: AKC-registered dog owners can now get a 10% discount on room reservations nationwide.… Read the rest

San Juan Island (WA) dog-friendly resort: Lakedale Resort

One of our nieces got married this weekend at the Lakedale Resort on San Juan Island, and I hardly had eyes for the bride. What a beautiful place! The 82-acre, 3-lake property includes a variety of lodging options: a 10-room lodge, a 3-bedroom Lake House, six 2-bedroom log cabins, thirteen canvas cabins for lakeside “glamping,” a vintage Airstream trailer, and numerous campsites.… Read the rest