Historic Hotels & Resorts in Royal Tunbridge Wells from NZ$139

A trip to the significant historical sites in Royal Tunbridge Wells is likely at the top of your sightseeing itinerary. While you’re here, you can visit the spas and gardens. You can also relish a trip to the top-notch restaurants.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel du Vin & Bistro Tunbridge Wells is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and parking. Penshurst Place and Gardens is a short 13-minute drive away. Other choices close to historic sites include Russell Hotel and The Brick House Bed & Breakfast.

In Royal Tunbridge Wells, you’ll find 89 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Royal Tunbridge Wells is notable for landmarks like Groombridge Place, Scotney Castle and Salomons Centre. Cultural venues include Assembly Hall Theater, Tunbridge Wells Museum and Art Gallery and Trinity Theatre. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Pantiles and Dunorlan Park.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can stay in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Royal Tunbridge Wells, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Royal Tunbridge Wells, you won’t find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.