Historic Hotels & Resorts in Cardrona from NZ$175

You’re likely already making plans to see the historically relevant sites while on holiday in Cardrona. While you’re out exploring, you might want to check out the bars and restaurants.

Based on our travel knowledge, Cardrona Alpine Apartments is a top 4-star aparthotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi.

Cardrona is home to 19 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Cardrona Alpine Resort, Snow Farm New Zealand and Cardrona Distillery. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Valley View Quad Chair and Whitestar Express Quad Chair.

Guests who book a historic hotel can sleep in a place that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Cardrona, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be the most significant aspect. 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, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Cardrona, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.