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India's Rising Pet Tourism: Top Hotels Redefining Travel with Furry Companions

Desk

14 Nov 2024

This article, authored by Mr. Sumant Ugalmugale and supported by insights from Metatech Insights, highlights the growing trend of pet-friendly tourism in India, offering a glimpse into the evolving hospitality sector.




Exploring Pet Tourism in India: Pet-Friendly Hotels, Rates, and Special Amenities India is an exciting tourist destination with its rich cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, and vibrant cities. If one is looking for a good beach holiday, a cultured city tour, or merely a mountain retreat, here is the good news no longer have to keep their furry friends behind. Such an aspect is spread throughout the country, whereby hotels also provide pet-friendly facilities while giving comfort and services tailored to your beloved furry companion. As the world is experiencing a boom in pet tourism, India sees a change in how the hospitality sector is embracing pets as well.


According to Metatech Insights, the Global Pet Tourism Services Market is valued at $3.35 billion as of 2024 and may reach $8.4 billion by 2035 growing at an impressive 8.7% CAGR between 2025 and 2035.


The Rise of Pet-Friendly Hotels in India

In the recent few years’ pet tourism saw an ever-increasing popularity within India, and today hotels and resorts are providing the facility of inviting guests in the form of their pet along with homestay. From the very beautiful north to the majestic southern states, there exist owners who get an easy walk into holidays with their moneymaker mates, furry as they may look. Not just opening its door for animals but there come places offering pet-friendly packages so that your furry may feel as much easy with them as you. Many of these establishments now offer a host of special amenities for pets, such as pet-friendly rooms dedicated to the care of pets, including grooming, and walking, and even special menus designed specifically for four-legged guests. In this way, it's a win-win situation both for the pets and their owners, who no longer need to worry about their pets being left behind or unsatisfied during the holiday.




Pet-Friendly Hotels in India: A Growing Trend


In India, the pet tourism sector caters to all sorts of pets, from a regular dog and cat to a more exotic animal. It varies from luxury hotels to some very quaint homestays. They provide everything ranging from basic facilities such as bedding for pets to pet spas and exclusive activities for pets. Let's explore some of the best pet-friendly hotels across the country.


Pet-Friendly Hotels in Northern India


  • Aman, Jaipur: A lavish resort inside the Pink City. This dog-friendly place offers you many different amenities to pamper your dog. Situated over large open spaces, it offers space for your pet to play, stroll, and experience all the beauty of the premises. Aman Jaipur takes utmost care of all requirements your pet may have throughout the stay, as here the staff is devoted. It charges between ₹7000 to ₹20,000 per night. It offers an exclusive resort and the perfect blend of lavishness as well as comfort for both you and your pet.


  • Manali Resort, Manali (Himachal Pradesh): This Resort in Manali is nestled alongside the Beas River within Himachal Pradesh in the north hills and offers a lovelily pet-friendly break-in in its heart. Specifically, the cozy resort is meant to be for explorers as well as travelers having an immense penchant for mountain tourism with their pet dogs therefore rooms have been earmarked with pet-friendly where the guests could comfortably bring their pets. The expected tariff is between INR 6,000 per night to INR 10,000 per night, hence making it within the comfortable reach of owners who are looking to have some time in peace amidst nature with their pets.


Pet-Friendly Hotels in Southern India


  • Taj Fisherman’s Cove Resort & Spa, Chennai: Perfect beach destination, Taj Fisherman's Cove Resort 's Spa, Chennai is situated alongside the Bay of Bengal and is the ideal place to take your pet to the beach. The luxury resort welcomes pets and allows for spacious lawns and walking areas. They even offer pet-friendly rooms for a pleasant and comfortable stay with your pet at the resort. Since the resort offers pet-friendly services, it's possible that your pets can enjoy the outdoor activities. The approximate rates for staying here range from ₹8,000 to ₹20,000 per night and provide you with an excellent balance of luxury and pet-friendly amenities.


Pet-Friendly Hotels in Western India


  • The Fern Gir Forest Resort, Sasan Gir (Gujarat): Fern Gir Forest Resort, Sasan Gir, Gujarat within the heart of Gir Forest National Park is unique in providing pet lovers with a nature-rich holiday experience. Renowned for its eco-friendly atmosphere, it promises to be a perfect platform where pets can enjoy walking long distances in the woods and explore the beauty of the natural surroundings. This resort offers an open ground and a pet-friendly environment for the ideal bonding experience of you and your furry friend with nature. The resort is about INR 8,000 to INR 12,000 per night. It is a peaceful, pet-friendly getaway in one of India's most famous wildlife destinations.





What Are the Best Special Amenities for Your Pet While Traveling?


This makes it essential when traveling with a pet to have a home other than just a roof. Some popular pet-friendly amenities would make your pet enjoy staying as much as you will.


Pet Spa & Grooming: Some of these luxury resorts offer pet massages, grooming sessions, and spa treatments to get that kicking feeling with your pet.


Pet Sitting: Walking Services: Even if you are out for a day of sightseeing, almost all hotels offer professional pet-sitting and walking services, so you do not have to leave your pet at home.


Pet Menu: Many resorts are pet-friendly and carry special menus designed for your pet, which are usually ordered from the chef to ensure that your furry friend stays well-fed while on holiday.


Pet Beds & Comfort Items: Your pet will have somewhere comfortable to sleep with luxurious

bedding, blankets, and pillows made especially for your animal.


Conclusion:


With pet tourism taking a stride in India, the hotels have realized that not only the owner but the pet too would need to be accommodated. Be it North India, South India, or West India, there are countless options where you can enjoy a relaxed holiday with the assurance that your furry friend is in good care. Whether it's some luxury retreat or some budget-friendly one, there surely is the right kind of pet-friendly hotel available for that comfort and with special facilities to ensure comfort and have the experience that it's possible to make by both staying as well as coming with pets in hand.


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