Historic Hotels & Resorts in Leatherhead from NZ$167

You’re likely already making plans to see the historical sites during your holiday in Leatherhead. You’ll likely want to savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants during your visit. You can also take some time enjoying the countryside in this relaxing area.

Based on our travel expertise, The Duke of Wellington - Inn is a top inn for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and a bar. Clandon Park is a short 6-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your trip is De Vere Horsley Estate.

In Leatherhead, there are 30 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Surrey Hills, Leatherhead Museum and Bocketts Farm Park. In the area, you’ll also find Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll sleep someplace that has an officially recognised 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 communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Leatherhead, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Leatherhead, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.