Historic Hotels & Resorts in Portland from NZ$182

You’re likely already making plans to see the places with historical relevance while you’re staying in Portland. While you’re here, you can visit the waterfront and seaside.

Based on our travel expertise, Cape Nelson Lighthouse is a top 4-star inn for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi.

In Portland, there are 45 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Favourite places to visit include Nuns Beach, Portland Arts Centre and Portland Cable Tram Depot Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Great South West Walk and Portland Golf Club.

A historic hotel gives guests an opportunity to stay in a building that has been recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, palaces, grand homes or even old police stations, pubs, lodges or skyscrapers — any building that’s been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Portland typically preserve authentic elements like traditional architecture and period features within the guestrooms or public spaces.

They are quite similar. “Historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S., whereas “heritage hotel” is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the building and architecture itself. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the place’s cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Yes, every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the usual amenities you’d find in a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. When you book a historic hotel in Portland, it doesn’t mean you’re picking a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or rundown.