Historic Hotels & Resorts in Blenheim from AU$172

Those visiting Blenheim should consider a tour to learn more about the local history. During your stay, you can visit the shops and wineries.

Based on our travel expertise, Blenheim Bridges Holiday Park is a top property on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free parking and free WiFi. Other choices close to historic sites include Scenic Hotel Marlborough and Bella Vista Motel Blenheim.

In Blenheim, you’ll find 62 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Seymour Square, Pollard Park and Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Awatere Valley and ASB Theatre Marlborough.

A historic hotel gives guests a chance to stay in a building recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Blenheim typically preserve original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features within the guestrooms or public spaces.

These are quite similar. The term “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S., while “heritage hotel” is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to put more importance on the building and architecture itself. Mainly heritage hotels draw meaning from the cultural value that the place has and how it shaped the community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the amenities you’d find in a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. Booking a historic hotel in Blenheim doesn’t mean you’re choosing a place that’s rundown.