Historic Hotels & Resorts in Tauranga from NZ$179

The historical sites in Tauranga are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. And while you’re here, you can visit the major shopping area and popular beaches. And also relish a stop at the charming cafes in this walkable area.

Based on our travel expertise, Trinity Wharf Tauranga is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Hotel Armitage and Conference Centre and Hello Accommodation.

In Tauranga, you’ll find 599 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Tauranga is notable for landmarks like The Elms Mission House, Brain Watkins House and Monmouth Redoubt. Families come for attractions such as Mount Hot Pools, Tenpin Tauranga and Waimarino Adventure Park. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Tauranga Domain and Memorial Park.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll enjoy a holiday someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, 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 typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Tauranga, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is more common 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 a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features 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 popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Tauranga, you won’t find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.