Historic Hotels & Resorts in Bethlehem from NZ$110

A trip to the significant historical sites in Bethlehem is probably at the top of your sightseeing list. Also discover the many sights to visit such as cathedral and temples.

Based on our travel expertise, The Walled Off Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Western Wall is a short 11-minute drive away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Alrowwad Guesthouse and Dar Sitti Aziza.

Bethlehem is home to 35 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Bethlehem is notable for landmarks like Church of the Nativity, Mosque of Omar and Church of St. Catherine. Cultural venues include Palestinian Heritage Center, International Nativity Museum and Bethlehem Folklore Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Manger Square and Rachel’s Tomb.

Guests who choose historic hotels have a chance to stay in a place recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in Bethlehem often preserve original characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture within the guestrooms or public spaces.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Bethlehem, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.