Historic Hotels & Resorts in Southport from NZ$77

A trip to the historical places in Southport is likely first on your sightseeing itinerary. You’ll likely want to savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants during your visit. You can also take time at the major shopping area in this family-friendly area.

Dukes Folly Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Meols Hall is a short 6-minute drive away.

Southport is home to 142 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Southport is notable for landmarks like Meols Hall. Cultural venues include Southport Theatre, Little Theatre Southport and British Lawnmower Museum. In the area, you’ll also find Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Royal Albert Dock.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two in a building that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Southport, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Southport, you won’t be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.