Historic Hotels & Resorts in Faversham from NZ$125

Those coming to Faversham may want to book a tour to learn more about the local history. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the bars?

Based on our travel expertise, Gladstone Guesthouse is a top guest house on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Westgate Gardens and Towers is a short 12-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your visit is The Judds Folly Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western.

In Faversham, you’ll find 42 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Faversham is notable for landmarks like Mount Ephraim Gardens, Belmont House and Gardens and Chart Gunpowder Mill. Cultural venues include Arden Theatre and Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Shepherd Neame Brewery and Shrine of St Jude.

Guests who book a historic hotel can stay in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Faversham, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Faversham, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.