Historic Hotels & Resorts in Cushendall from NZ$155

You’ll probably want to seek out the historical sites during your trip to Cushendall. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the coffee shops?

Based on our travel expertise, Glendale Bed & Breakfast is a top B&B for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free parking. Red Bay Castle is a short 19-minute walk away.

In Cushendall, you’ll find 7 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Cushendall is notable for landmarks like Curfew Tower, Layde Graveyard and Red Bay Castle. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Antrim Coast and Glens and Layde Old Church.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Cushendall, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the 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 any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Cushendall, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.