Historic Hotels & Resorts in Henderson from NZ$162

You’re already probably planning a visit to historical sites during your trip to Henderson. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Quest Henderson is a top 4-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers parking and in-room kitchens. Karangahape Road is a short 13-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your visit is Quality Hotel Lincoln Green.

In Henderson, there are 17 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Trusts Stadium, Whoa! Studios and Mazuran’s. In the area, you’ll also find Sky Tower and Auckland Ferry Terminal.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Henderson, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Henderson, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.