Many people love to travel with their pets, and hotels and resorts have become more animal-friendly over the years as a result. Some hotel chains don't even have a size limit on dogs, one of the most common traveling companions. While you may not have a hard time finding lodging for both you and your canine friend, not all hotels are the same. Here are things you should look for in your hotel when traveling with your dog.

Easy outdoor access

If you don't want to have to venture through a hotel's lobby to take your dog outside or your dog has an aversion to stairs, you will want to ask any hotel you are considering where their outside exits are and if they have elevator access. A great hotel option for you is one that has a ground floor room available with side exits for you to discreetly take your canine outdoors for exercise and to do their business.

Isolated location

Picking a hotel that is far away from major roads and other businesses helps keep your dog safe. Dogs are often easily distracted by people, other pets, and loud traffic and it can keep them from focusing on doing their business or can even make them frightened and agitated. If you don't want your dog pacing your hotel room all night long and want to make sure you keep them safe from distractions that can cause your dog to run off, choose a hotel that is far away from main traffic with its own areas for pets to roam.

Refundable deposits

Some hotels charge a fee to have your dog in the room with you, others will simply ask for a refundable deposit. The deposit is surrendered back to you once the room has been checked and it appears no damage from your dog has been made. Keep in mind that refundable deposits are often larger dollar amounts than a simple hotel fee, but in the long run you save more money by going this route. Some hotels charge a pet fee in addition to a deposit just to protect themselves, but the deposit amount is typically lower than that of hotels who don't do both.

When you travel with your dog make sure you have their vaccination records with you and always keep them on a leash. You are responsible for all their activities while at a hotel like The Breakers Hotel so make sure you are with your dog at all times for the best experience.