Historic Hotels & Resorts in Ryde from AU$144

A trip to the historical sites in Ryde is likely first on your sightseeing itinerary. During your stay, you can visit the shops and restaurants.

Based on our travel expertise, Metro Inn Ryde is a top 4-star property for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and free parking. Sydney Harbour Bridge is a short 16-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your visit is Royal Hotel Ryde.

Ryde is home to 16 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Top Ryde Shopping Center, Port Jackson Bay and Willoughby Leisure Center. In the area, you’ll also find Circular Quay and Sydney Opera House.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can enjoy a holiday in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Ryde, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the normal amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Ryde, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.