Historic Hotels & Resorts in Kingston from NZ$229

A trip to the sights with historical relevance in Kingston is likely on top of your sightseeing list. And while you’re here, you can visit the ski slopes and majestic mountain landscape. You can also take some time enjoying the riverfront during your holiday.

Based on our travel expertise, The Wiltwyck is a top 3.5-star guest house for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers free parking and free WiFi. Senate House State Historic Site is a short walk away.

Kingston is home to 129 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia, including 2 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

Kingston is notable for landmarks like Kingston Rondout Visitor Center, Senate House State Historic Site and Trolley Museum of New York. Cultural venues include Ulster Performing Arts Center, Hudson River Maritime Museum and Volunteer Fireman’s Hall and Museum of Kingston. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Hudson Valley Mall and Esopus Creek.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll sleep in a building that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as 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 Kingston, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Kingston, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.