Historic Hotels & Resorts in Punta Arenas from NZ$46

A trip to the historical places in Punta Arenas is likely at the top of your sightseeing list. During your stay, you can visit the shops.

In Punta Arenas, there are 75 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Punta Arenas is notable for landmarks like Palacio Sara Braun, Centro Cultural Braun Menendez and Fort Bulnes. Cultural venues include Museo Regional Magallanes, Museo Regional Braun-Menéndez and Maggiorino Borgatello Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Cerro la Cruz Viewpoint and Plaza Munoz Gamero.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can sleep in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Punta Arenas, 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 building of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Punta Arenas, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.