Springfield Historic Hotel

You’ll probably want to seek out the historically relevant sites during your holiday in Springfield. The major shopping area and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here.

Based on our travel expertise, Courtyard by Marriott Springfield is a top 3-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and a 24-hour fitness centre. White House is a short 15-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Extended Stay America Suites Washington DC Springfield and Motel 6 Springfield, DC - Washington Southwest.

Springfield is home to 52 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include The St. James Sports Complex, Springfield Town Center and Lake Accotink Park. Additionally, in the area, you’ll find White House and National Mall.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Springfield, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Springfield, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.