Historic Hotels & Resorts in Skagway

You’re already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance while on holiday in Skagway. While you’re visiting this walkable area, why not also take some time enjoying all of the sights in the area?

Based on our travel expertise, At the White House is a top guest house for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Captain William Moore Cabin is a short walk away. Other choices to soak up the local history include Westmark Inn Skagway and Historic Skagway Inn.

Skagway is home to 5 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Skagway is notable for landmarks like Captain William Moore Cabin, White Pass and Mascot Saloon. Cultural venues include Red Onion Saloon Brothel Museum, Corrington’s Museum of Alaskan History and City of Skagway Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Grizzly Falls Ziplining Expedition and Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Skagway, bringing the history to life.

“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.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Skagway, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.