Find Historic Hotels in Adelaide

Significant historical sites in Adelaide are likely at the top of your sightseeing list. And while you’re here, you can check out the fascinating museums and lively festivals. You can also take time at the popular shops in this romantic area.

Private 2BR unit 4 beds free wifi & netflix & parks wine/beach is a top B&B on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free breakfast and in-room kitchens. Other choices near historic sites include Secluded artistic earthen home offering spa luxury and Leawarra stays in the farm Fleurieu Pninsula.

Adelaide has 1910 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia, including 7 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.

Adelaide is notable for landmarks like Her Majesty’s Theater, Adelaide Botanic Gardens, and Adelaide Gaol. Known for its museums and festivals, cultural venues include Adelaide Festival Centre, South Australian Museum, and Art Gallery of South Australia. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Adelaide Casino and Adelaide Parklands.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a building that has an officially recognized 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 as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Adelaide, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the usual amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Adelaide, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.