Some basic rules for avoiding pet allergens in hotels . Not an exhaustive list, but a reflection of what I've learned so far. Find chains that do not allow pets. On a recent road trip in the southern United States, I stayed at Hampton Inns whenever possible. As a rule, they are pet-free. But there are exceptions, so be sure to check the hotel website for their pet policies before you go. Do not trust everything you read on the website. I hoped to book a room at the Stockton Seaview Hotel and Golf Club in New Jersey after seeing the following on their website (as of 8/5/2017): Not all rooms or room types allow pets. Please check with the hotel if you have any questions . I called the reservation number and the representative was kind enough to call the front desk to see what was available only to be informed that all rooms were pet friendly. Confirm with the property before finalizing a reservation. Find chains that provide allergen-free rooms. I have stayed in several
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The Perils of Travel with Pet Allergies I used to think that if I had to have allergies, I was lucky that my allergies were to cats and dogs because I was able to avoid my allergens. I didn't like it, but it could be done. I no longer find that true. NOTE: No medical discussion here on the merits of various allergy medications and their side-effects. No debate on whether or not sinus infections following exposure to allergens are the result of that exposure. No explanation of why not being able to breath is more than an unpleasant sensation. No defense of wanting to avoid allergens. Let's just say, I choose not to rush home to strip, shower and wash my hair to remove allergens-and if home is currently a hotel room with allergens that is not even a possibility. I choose to avoid my allergens. Being exposed to them while traveling can ruin a trip. Let me rephrase, discovering I have been unknowingly exposed to them when traveling can ruin a trip. So I choose to avoid them.