Historic Hotels & Resorts in East Austin from AU$126

A visit to the sights with historical relevance in East Austin is likely number one on your sightseeing list. While you’re out exploring, you might want to check out the coffee shops and bars. You can also discover the live music during your holiday.

In East Austin, there are 851 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

East Austin is notable for landmarks like Madison Cabin, French Legation Museum and Southgate-Lewis House. Cultural venues include The Vortex, George Washington Carver Museum and Museum of Natural & Artificial Ephemerata. Additionally, in the area, you’ll find Sixth Street and The Domain.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can enjoy a holiday in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in East Austin, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels are generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in East Austin, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.