Historic Hotels & Resorts in Gairloch from NZ$216

You’re likely already making plans to see the sights of historical relevance while on holiday in Gairloch. While you’re here, why not check out the seaside and restaurants? You can also relish a trip to the bars during your stay.

Based on our travel expertise, Myrtle Bank Hotel is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Rua Reidh Lighthouse is a short 16-minute drive away.

In Gairloch, there are 40 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Gairloch is notable for landmarks like Rua Reidh Lighthouse. Natural beauty is on display at Gairloch Beach, Big Sand Beach and Redpoint Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Gairloch Heritage Museum and Loch Torridon.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Gairloch, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it shaped 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 normal amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Gairloch, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.