Historic Hotels & Resorts in Stratford from NZ$179

You’re already probably planning a visit to places with historical relevance while you’re staying in Stratford. While you’re here, why not check out the beaches and restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Quality Suites is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a golf course and free breakfast. Westport Historical Society is a short 18-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your stay is Homewood Suites by Hilton Stratford.

In Stratford, you’ll find 19 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Stratford is notable for landmarks like Boothe Memorial Park and Museum, Stratford Historical Society Capt David Judson House and Academy Hill. Natural beauty is on display at Short Beach, Long Beach and Lordship Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Housatonic River and Perry House.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a place that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Stratford, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the 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 the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Stratford, you won’t find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.