Edina Historic Hotel

You’re likely already making plans to see the sights of historical relevance during your holiday in Edina. The major shopping area and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here.

Based on our travel expertise, Erik’s Retreat in Minnesota is a top 3.5-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and a fitness centre. Stone Arch Bridge is a short 13-minute drive away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Homewood Suites by Hilton Edina Minneapolis and The Westin Edina Galleria.

Edina is home to 19 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

A couple of favourite places to visit are Centennial Lakes Park and Braemar Golf Course. In the area, you’ll also find Mall of America and Target Field.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a holiday someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Edina, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. 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’ve come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Edina, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.