Historic Hotels & Resorts in Shoal Bay from AU$224

Sights with historical relevance in Shoal Bay are likely at the top of your sightseeing list. While you’re here, you can visit the spas and beaches. During your stay in this relaxing area, you can also relish a trip to the bars.

Based on our travel expertise, Ramada Resort by Wyndham Shoal Bay is a top 4-star aparthotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers 2 restaurants and in-room kitchens.

In Shoal Bay, you’ll find 247 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Shoal Bay Beach, Tomaree National Park and Wreck Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Zenith Beach and Box Beach.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll stay in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Shoal Bay, giving a sense of history.

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

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the usual amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Shoal Bay, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.