Ready to sniff out 2026’s best adventures? Our loyal pack of discerning DogTrekkers wants the inside scoop on where to stay with your four-legged copilots. We’ve fetched the latest hotel news and awards worth wagging aboutfrom Big Bear’s mountain retreats and Huntington Beach’s sandy shores to West Hollywood’s glitzy digs and Yosemite’s jaw-dropping scenery. Pack those treats and leashes, because these pup- and people-approved properties are calling your name!
Boutique digs in Big Bear
Big Bear Lakeearned serious bragging rights in 2025:USA Todaycrowned it the #1 10Best Lake in the U.S. and #3 Best Lake for Water Sports. With accolades like that, it’s no wonder this alpine retreat tops our travel list, too. The big buzz?Hotel Marina Rivera, a lakefront gem that recently received high praise from bothSunsetandTravel + Leisuremagazines.
A haven for hounds in Huntington
Pasa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach isnt just accommodatingit sets the gold standard for traveling with furry friends.The oceanfront resort recently earned top honors as the #1 Best Pet-Friendly Hotel in the USA Today Readers’ Choice Awards, and one visit makes it clear why discerning pet parents across the country cast their votes.
WeHo rolls out the ruff-ruff red carpet
In a city known for rolling out the red carpet, West Hollywood takes that welcome a step furtherextending it to visitors of the four-legged variety. Located in the heart of Los Angeles, this fun neighborhood has mastered the art of inclusive hospitality, where rainbow crosswalks, walkable boulevards and rooftop patios create an urban playground that’s as welcoming to your dog as it is to you.
Exceptional experiences in Yosemite
Yosemite National Park, with its million-year-old granite monoliths, demands superlatives. Year after year, our readers crown it a favorite destination, while Travel + Leisure recently ranked it #4 on their World’s Best National Parks list for the United Statesand #1 in California. The accolades are well-deserved. What’s equally remarkable? How this ancient landscape continues to offer fresh ways to experience its timeless beauty.
