Historic Hotels & Resorts in Bradford from NZ$101

The historical sites in Bradford are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. While you’re visiting, check out the theatre scene and museums.

Based on our travel expertise, Leonardo Hotel Bradford - Formerly Jurys Inn is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Alhambra Theatre is a short walk away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Tong Park Hotel and Great Victoria Hotel.

In Bradford, there are 260 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Bradford is notable for landmarks like Bradford City Hall, Alhambra Theatre and Little Germany. Cultural venues include St George’s Hall, National Science and Media Museum and Bolling Hall Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Bradford City Park and Oakwell Hall and Country Park.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a holiday in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Bradford, 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 architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the popular amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Bradford, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.