Historic Hotels & Resorts in Mammoth Lakes from NZ$445

You’re already probably planning a visit to historical sites during your trip to Mammoth Lakes. And while you’re here, you can visit the ski slopes and majestic mountain landscape. You can also take some time in this quaint area to enjoy the scenic lakeside.

Based on our travel expertise, The Westin Monache Resort, Mammoth is a top 4-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and free parking. Other choices close to historic sites include Sierra Nevada Resort & Spa and Juniper Springs Resort.

In Mammoth Lakes, you’ll find 3334 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Mammoth Lakes is notable for landmarks like Mammoth Consolidated Mine. Cultural venues include Mammoth Ski Museum and Edison Theater. Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort is another popular sight to explore.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll sleep someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be considered 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 Mammoth Lakes, giving a real sense of character.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, 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 most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Mammoth Lakes, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.