Historic Hotels & Resorts in Westshore from NZ$159

A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Westshore is likely on top of your sightseeing list. While you’re here, you can visit the spas and beaches. During your stay in this walkable area, you can also relish a trip to the seafood restaurants.

Based on our travel expertise, Comfort Inn Westshore Beach is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features 2 restaurants and free WiFi. Napier Prison is a short 7-minute drive away.

In Westshore, there are 14 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Places to visit in the wider area include Napier Prison, War Memorial Conference Center and Ocean Spa. You’ll also find McLean Park and National Aquarium of New Zealand in the area.

Historic hotels give guests an opportunity to stay in a building recognised with an official historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — as long as it’s of special interest. These types of hotels in Westshore often preserve original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features within the guestrooms or public spaces.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the popular amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Westshore, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.