Historic Hotels & Resorts in Preston from AU$75

A trip to the significant historical sites in Preston is likely at the top of your sightseeing list. Why not make your visit more savoury and check out some of the lively bars?

Based on our travel knowledge, Rennys in is a top property for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Preston Docks is a short 4-minute drive away.

In Preston, there are 406 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Preston is notable for landmarks like Preston Docks, Samlesbury Hall and St. Wilfrid’s Church. Cultural venues include Palace Cinema, Harris Museum and Art Gallery and Museum of Lancashire. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Preston Bus Station and Deepdale.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll sleep in a building that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Preston, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Preston, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.