Punxsutawney Historic Hotel

You’re likely already making plans to see the historical sites while you’re staying in Punxsutawney. You can also explore all there is to see and do such as the monuments and zoo.

Based on our travel expertise, Barclay Bed and Breakfast is a top 3-star B&B for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Gobbler’s Knob is a short 4-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your stay is Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Punxsutawney.

Punxsutawney is home to 9 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Punxsutawney is notable for landmarks like Gobbler’s Knob. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Barclay Square and Punxsutawney Area Historical and Genealogical Society.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two in a building that has a 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 has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Punxsutawney, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Punxsutawney, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.