Newport Historic Hotel

Sights with historical relevance in Newport are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. You can also enjoy the many sights including the riverfront and mountain views.

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Newport is home to 4 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

A couple of favourite places to visit are New River and Jefferson National Forest. You’ll also find Cassell Coliseum and Lane Stadium in the area.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognised 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 has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Newport, bringing the history to life.

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 a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

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