This one’s for the canines — Florida staycations the place each pets and individuals are handled to posh perks.
By Angela Caraway-Carlton
You already know you’re at a welcoming, dog-centric resort whenever you see pampered pooches lounging in bougie tents by the pool. That’s the vibe on the ever-posh Eau Palm Seaside Resort & Spa in Manalapan, close to Palm Seaside Island. The resort resembles a non-public seaside manse, with rooms whimsically designed by Jonathan Adler, and pets are handled simply as royally as folks.
The Facilities: Vacationers will love the resort’s sprawling oceanfront setting, the place it’s exhausting to drag your self away from the loungers that overlook the water or the 2 swimming pools, which incorporates an adults-only pool. (That’s the place the canines can hold in free of charge elevated pet tents or strollers.) The very best people-perk is Eau Spa, the place company are spoiled with dainty cupcakes, flowing bubbly, and wealthy facilities like a spa backyard with hanging chairs that dangle over a pool. One other plus? The resort has by no means charged a resort payment.
The Meals: Choose your pleasure with quite a few on-property eating places serving every part from steak to seafood and Italian, however the crown jewel is the brand-new outpost of the world-famous Nobu—sure, that Nobu. Canines aren’t omitted: no begging is required for the brand new in-room Canine Delicacies menu that’s made with healthful elements.
Pet Perks: Canines as much as 50 lbs. are allowed, and as a substitute of a pet payment, there’s a QR code in rooms to make an non-obligatory donation to the Large Canine Ranch Rescue. Anticipate complimentary facilities like a pet mattress, meals and water bowls, a canine bandana, waste baggage, and selfmade treats.
Image your canine’s ears blowing within the breeze from the open window as you make the scenic drive to the Florida Keys. You’re headed for The Marker Key West Harbor Resort, a dog-friendly, tropical resort that holds court docket within the Historic Seaport District and affords quick access to boating excursions like sundown sails, fishing and sandbar excursions but is only a few blocks away from Duval Avenue.
The Facilities: It’s usually exhausting to seek out peace and quiet in party-hearty Key West, however The Marker caters to each rejuvenation and energetic leisure. With three saltwater swimming pools, company are sometimes regaled with stay music on the essential swimming pools, or they will retreat to the Serenity Pool for solace within the solar. The resort affords complimentary bikes, and in case you’re searching for a dog-friendly water journey, clothes shop Lazy Canine welcomes pups on paddleboards, kayaks and pontoon boats.
The Meals: That is the Keys, so your essential mission is to sip cocktails by the resort pool and have breakfast or lunch at on-property Starboard. The restaurant serves fish sandwiches, a Cuban sandwich, and brick-oven pizzas.
Pet Perks: There’s a $75 pet payment (plus tax) per pet, per night time, with a weight restrict of 55 lbs. Pets are handled to a water bowl, disposal baggage, and a welcome bag with toys and treats. Anticipate each day luxuries like pet turndown service and, upon request, the resort can arrange walks alongside Smathers Seaside, a spa session at an area pet spa, or a personalised pet portrait session with an area artist.
Naples is taken into account a pure haven, and the charming new The Perry Resort Naples takes benefit of its dreamy spot alongside the Cocohatchee River for the final word peaceable getaway. With 160 rooms, pet mother and father can select from rooms with direct poolside entry or a premium king room with a balcony that peeks out over the serene river views. Rooms are snug, however not too fussy that you just’ll really feel badly for letting your canine hold inside.
The Facilities: Spend a sun-kissed day hopping between two swimming pools: the adults-only rooftop oasis or the spacious ground-level pool that hugs the river and affords loads of shady spots to relax. (In case your pup is on their greatest habits, the employees may look the opposite means in the event that they’re secured on a lounger.) The resort’s complimentary water shuttle whisks company away to close by Barefoot Seaside, a major shelling spot, for a blissful seaside day. Additionally on property: guided kayak excursions, sundown cruises, fishing journeys bookable with All Water Excursions.
The Meals: Naples is famend for its sunsets, so snag a major spot at rooftop bar Simple Tiger for panoramic views; then have dinner at Tigress Cantonese Chophouse by star chef Dale Talde, the place shareable dishes are layered in daring flavors. From crispy hen dumplings to a spicy-and-sweet, shaved snow pea salad to seared tuna topped with pickled gooseberries, and quite a lot of fried rice and noodle dishes, Tigress is elevating the culinary bar in Naples.
Pet Perks: As much as two canines or cats are allowed per room for a payment of $150 (as much as seven days), with an extra $50 for a second pet.
Whether or not you wish to keep and play in Delray Seaside, Jupiter, Naples, Clearwater Seaside, Longboat Key, Jensen Seaside or the Florida Keys, standout Opal Assortment accommodations cater to pet mother and father with their beloved Opal Paws Program. Effectively-mannered canines 30 lbs. or much less can keep at collaborating resorts in these Florida locations for a payment of $100 per night time, per canine.
Pet Perks: Canine company are are gifted a customized canine mat and bowl, and goodies baggage full of dental chews and treat-os. The concierge also can level pet mother and father to close by dog-friendly actions and points of interest.
Pet mother and father can escape to The Belgrove Resort & Spa, a brand new oasis in West Palm Seaside that seems like a hidden secret, but it’s ripe for rest or infinite actions (it’s additionally the one resort in West Palm Seaside). Upon arrival, pose your canine in entrance of the foyer’s Instagram-worthy photograph backdrop that encompasses a canine lounger and a “Greetings From Paradise” signal.
The Facilities: The property instantly encourages rest with a palm-fringed poolscape that features a number of swimming pools, an expansive spa with its personal unique pool, dreamy inexperienced areas dotted with hammocks, and a scenic path that edges Lake Mangonia. Actions are plentiful, together with golf on the members-only Dutchman’s Pipe, pickleball and padel, and we counsel zipping off on one among their cute surrey (four-wheeled) bikes.
The Meals: At Society 48, an American Brasserie, dig into dishes crafted with native elements, from burrata with heirloom tomatoes to recent seafood dishes like crispy-skin salmon, and a strong fish and chips. Rating an out of doors patio seat so your canine can take pleasure in dinner too. Pets are handled to a particular pup menu at Society 48 and thru in-room eating that features every part from scrambled hen eggs to filet mignon — and there’s even a canine beer.
Pet Perks: As much as two pets at a max of fifty kilos are allowed per room with a non-refundable payment of $150 per keep. Guide the “Pamper Your Furry Pal” package deal, and pups are welcomed with toys and treats and a credit score towards the pet menu.
