Historic Hotels & Resorts in Morningside from NZ$225

A visit to the significant historical sites in Morningside is likely first on your sightseeing itinerary. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, The Colmslie Hotel is a top 4.5-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Howard Smith Wharves is a short 8-minute drive away.

Morningside is home to 9 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

A favourite place to visit is Hockey Queensland. Additionally, in the area, you’ll find XXXX Brewery and Roma Street Parkland.

A guest who chooses a historic hotel has the opportunity to stay in a place recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of stately homes, palaces or even lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — as long as it’s of special interest. These types of hotels in Morningside often retain authentic characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in their communal spaces or guestrooms.

The two are similar. The term “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S., while “heritage hotel” is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the architecture and actual building. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the usual amenities you’d find in a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. Booking a historic hotel in Morningside doesn’t mean you’re picking a place that’s rundown.