Historic Hotels & Resorts in Kapiti Island from NZ$155

The historical sites in Kapiti Island are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. You'll also want to discover the other places of interest while you're visiting the area.

A couple of favourite places to visit are Kapiti Island Nature Reserve and Kapiti Marine Reserve. You'll also find Paraparaumu Beach and Waikanae Beach in the area.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a holiday in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Kapiti Island, giving a sense of history.

They are quite similar. "Historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S., whereas “heritage hotel” is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to emphasise the architecture and actual building. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the place's cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the amenities you'd get from a hotel such as Smart TVs, WiFi and updated bathroom facilities. Booking a historic hotel in Kapiti Island doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's rundown.