Historic Hotels & Resorts in Wadi Musa from AU$77

Those coming to Wadi Musa should consider one of the historical tours to learn more. While you’re here, why not check out the mountain landscape and bars?

Based on our travel expertise, Petra Marriott Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a full-service spa and free Wi-Fi. Petra is a short 11-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Ata Ali Hotel and Petra Sella Hotel.

In Wadi Musa, there are 157 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Wadi Musa is notable for landmarks like Petra, Moses’ Spring and The Treasury. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Little Petra and Petra Turkish Bath.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll sleep in a place 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 considered 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 Wadi Musa, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Wadi Musa, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.