Historic Hotels & Resorts in Charlbury

The historical places in Charlbury are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. While you’re out exploring, you might want to check out the restaurants and bars.

Based on our travel expertise, The Bell Inn Charlbury is a top 3.5-star inn for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Blenheim Palace is a short 13-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your visit is The Bull Inn.

In Charlbury, there are 19 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Blenheim Palace is a notable place to visit in the area. You’ll also find Fairytale Farm and Rousham House and Gardens in the area.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep in a place that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Charlbury, giving a historical feel.

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

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Charlbury, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.