Chester Historic Hotel

A visit to the historical places in Chester is probably number one on your sightseeing list. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Candlewood Suites Chester - Philadelphia International Airport, an IHG Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and free parking. The Navy Yard is a short 18-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Best Western Plus Philadelphia Airport S. At Widener Univ. and Comfort Inn Philadelphia International Airport West.

In Chester, you’ll find 12 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Chester is notable for landmarks like Chester City Hall. The university setting is a highlight and Widener University is worth a campus tour. In the area, you’ll also find Wells Fargo Center and Lincoln Financial Field.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll sleep in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Chester, giving a sense of history.

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

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Chester, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.