Portland is a dog-friendly city, filled with pet stores, groomers, veterinarian practices, dog parks and hotels that cater to pets. The city, which sits up against the Washington border at the north end of Oregon, is home to 32 off-leash dog parks, five with fenced areas set aside specifically for dogs. Portland has plenty to offer dog's best friend, as well, with dozens of restaurants featuring regional cuisine, theaters, historic buildings and a scenic downtown area that includes paved walkways alongside the Willamette River--perfect strolling spots for pets and their owners.
The Jupiter Hotel features modern decor and is one of the few hotels in Portland to welcome both cats and dogs. The boutique-style hotel's pet-designated rooms include use of a dog bed, food and water bowls, plus complimentary pet toys, dry shampoo and snacks. Guests can bring one pet per room for an additional, nightly fee; call ahead to verify the availability of pet-friendly rooms. Dogs must remain on leashes or carriers while outside of your room, and cat owners must supply their own litter boxes.
Jupiter Hotel
800 E. Burnside
Portland, OR 97214
503-230-9200
jupiterhotel.com
Red Lion allows both dogs and cats for an additional, one-time fee of $20, as of 2010. Join the Red Lion R&R Club--the hotel's free rewards program--and waive the pet fee. Up to two pets are welcome per room, and the hotel requests that you call ahead to notify the staff that you're bringing a pet. Red Lion's rooms feature standard amenities, with options such as private balconies with river views. The hotel also has an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub and fitness center.
Red Lion Hotel on the River
909 N. Hayden Island Drive
Portland, OR 97217
503-283-4466
redlion.com
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites welcomes dogs up to 50 pounds for a daily fee of $15, as of 2010. Dogs are only allowed in smoking rooms. If you're booking online, note in the "Special Requests" box that you're bringing your dog. The hotel is half-a-mile south of Portland International Airport and less than a mile north of Rocky Butte Natural Area, a 17-acre park with paved and unpaved trails that is perfect for walking your dog. In addition to pet accommodations, Americas Best Value Inn & Suites offers an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast.
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites - Portland Airport
4911 NE 82nd Avenue
Portland, OR 97220
503-255-9771
americasbestvalueinn.com
