(TAN): Homewood Suites by Hilton, Hilton’s upscale, extended-stay brand, is the newest Hilton brand to become 100% pet-friendly, the hospitality group said in a statement.
Nearly 23 million American households have 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.
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 US and Canada – with Mars Petcare experts available to answer questions related to travelling 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.
Homewood Suites officially began welcoming pets to all of its properties as of January 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 US and Canada will also become completely pet-friendly.
Travelling with a pet doesn’t come without limitations: Travellers need parks, space and quiet rooms so pets can feel comfortable. Many of Hilton’s all-suite properties 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 traveller, regardless of number of legs, to feel comfortable and right at home.
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Guests of Homewood Suites and Home2 Suites hotels have kitchens with full-sized appliances, which also makes travelling 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.
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