As a queer traveler, I’ve experienced the discomfort of checking into a hotel and being offered a room with two beds when I’d clearly booked one. It’s a small interaction, but it can feel alienating—like a subtle reminder that queer couples don’t fit the “default” mold. The good news? There are LGBTQ friendly hotels out there making a difference – and this post focuses on the major hotel brands that have committed to being LGBTQ inclusive.