Historic Hotels & Resorts in Omarama

You’re likely already making plans to see the places with historical relevance during your holiday in Omarama. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the bars?

Based on our travel expertise, Countrytime Hotel is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi.

In Omarama, you’ll find 12 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Hot Tubs Omarama, Clay Cliffs and Ladybird Hill Vineyard. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Lake Benmore and Totara Peak Gallery.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll enjoy a holiday in a building 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 as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Omarama, giving a historical feel.

“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 building of historic hotels tend to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, but 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 usual amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Omarama, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.