My drive across the country, from San Diego, CA, to Scranton, PA, was uneventful. Even the snow and “wicked wind” storms–the Rockies version of the Santa Anas–did little to add excitement to the trip. Route 80 straight across is fast and efficient, but boring as hell. Since JuJu, my Tibetan Poodle, rode shotgun, I stayed in Motel 6s for four of the seven nights I was on the road.
With Motel 6 you know what you’re going to get: a bed, desk, night table, shower and sink. TV. Wi-Fi. No microwave or hotpot in the room, although complimentary coffee is usually available in the lobby from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. But, for pet owners, Motel 6 offers the ultimate amenity: your dog/cat stays for free. The average cost of a Motel 6 room for one is $44.95 plus tax.
Compared to Nevada and Ohio, the Motel 6 near Cheyenne, Wyoming, which featured an indoor pool, was luxurious. Other motels that allow pets, with a fee, include: Comfort Inn, Super 8 and Holiday Express, all of which are considerably more pricey and comfy than Motel 6.
JuJu seemed to enjoy the Super 8 Motel in Omaha the most. The room was huge and featured two double beds from which JuJu hopped back and forth. I liked the Comfort Inn near Chicago best, but at $99.25 a night, it was a one-time splurge, and the only splurge I made during my trans-continental drive.
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