Historic Hotels & Resorts in Riversdale from NZ$139

The historical sites in Riversdale are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, De Doornkraal Vinotel is a top country house for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a winery and free Wi-Fi.

Riversdale is home to 4 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Riversdale is notable for landmarks like Riversdale Old Jail / Die Tronk. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Julius Gordon Africana Centre and Riversdale Tourism Office.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Period features or traditional architecture can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Riversdale, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite 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 and how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the normal amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Riversdale, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.