The Quad Cities are four cites in close proximity to each other along the great Mississippi River in northwestern Illinois and northeastern Iowa. The Quad cities consist of Davenport, Iowa; Bettendorf, Iowa, Moline, Illinois and Rock Island, Illinois. The Quad Cities are just south of the Minnesota and Wisconsin state borders. Pet friendly hotels welcome the family dog or cat along on vacation.
The Mississippi River runs through the Quad Cities area. Riverboat gambling is available along with fine dining options, making the Quad Cites area a great overnight vacation destination.
Attractions in the Quad City area include the Putnam Museum of Science and Natural History President Riverboat Casino, Lady Luck Riverboat Casino, Casino Rock Island, John Deere Company Headquarters,, Adler Theatre, Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse, Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds , River Music Experience music center, Rhythm Casino and North Park Mall.
People who like to bring their pets with them on vacation can find accommodations at pet-friendly hotels and motels in the Quad Cities area. Following are hotels that welcome the family dog or cat.
- Lodge Hotel & Conference Center, Bettendorf, IA Recreation includes indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, sauna, fitness center. Amenities includes free Internet access, The Library Lounge and on site restaurant. Pets under 30 pounds allowed. AAA Three Diamond. 563-359-7141.
- Signature Inn, Bettendorf. Inn offers clean, comfortable rooms and amenities including microwave, coffee maker, refrigerator, business center. Pets allowed. AAA Three Diamond. 563-355-7575.
- Best Western Steeplegate Inn, Davenport, iA. Amenities include swimming pool, hot tub, business center,cable TV-HBO, free breakfast, fitness center, high speed Internet, restaurant. Pets allowed. AAA Three Diamond.
- Davenport Clarion. Clarion Hotel Conference Center is just a few miles from the mighty Mississippi river, with miles of scenic hiking trails. Amenities include free wireless high speed Internet, indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, fitness center , business center and game room. Pets allowed, $10 per pet, per night. 563-391-1230.
- Residence Inn Marriott, Davenport. Non-smoking hotel offered spacious accommodations with full kitchen and separate living area. Amenities include buffet breakfast, cocktails in the evening Manager's rec option, business services and more. Pets allowed with $100 non-refundable fee. AA Three Diamond. 563-391-8877.
- Four Points by Sheraton, Rock Island, IL. AAA Three Diamond 309-794-1212.
- La Quinta Inn Moline, IL Amenities include outdoor swimming pool., fitness center and free breakfast. AAA Three Diamond. Pets welcome with some restrictions. 309-762-9008.
Additional Pet-Friendly Hotels include:
- Moline, Illinois: Comfort Inn by Choice Hotels, Econo Lodge,Exel Inn, Holiday Inn Express Airport, Quality Inn and Suites.
- Davenport, Iowa: Comfort Inn, Country Inn & Suites, Davenport Super 8 Motel, Exel Inn, Howard Johnson and Rhythm City Casino Blackhawk Hotel.
Information in this article was gathered over hotel web sites and over the telephone. Hotel policies are subject to change without notice. Contact the hotels for additional information and to make reservations.
Here is an article about Quad Citie's annual Go-Kart Race.
For additional Midwestern vacation information, read Pet Friendly Hotels Minneapolis MN and Pet Friendly Hotels Wisconsin Dells.
Information subject to change.
