Historic Hotels & Resorts in Fortitude Valley from NZ$146

A visit to the historical sites in Fortitude Valley is likely first on your sightseeing itinerary. You’ll likely want to savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars during your visit. You can also take time at the major shopping area in this trendy area.

Based on our travel expertise, Bunk Backpackers is a top property on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Howard Smith Wharves is a short walk away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Sage Hotel James Street and The Calile Hotel.

In Fortitude Valley, there are 112 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Brunswick Street Mall, Chinatown Mall and Tivoli. In the area, you’ll also find XXXX Brewery and Roma Street Parkland.

Historic hotels give guests the opportunity to stay in a place recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — as long as it’s of special interest. These types of hotels in Fortitude Valley often preserve original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their public spaces or guestrooms.

The two are similar. “Historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S., while “heritage hotel” is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the architecture and actual building. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the place’s cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay should expect the popular amenities you’d get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi and more. Booking a historic hotel in Fortitude Valley doesn’t mean you will stay in a place that’s rundown.