Find Historic Hotels in Oak Harbor, WA

Sights with historical relevance in Oak Harbor are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. During your stay, you can visit the waterfront.

Based on our travel expertise, Ocean Bluff Farm Guest House west side views of ocean, mountains and sunsets! is a top guesthouse for history seekers booking on Expedia and it features free WiFi. Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve is a short 9-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your visit is Acorn Motor Inn.

In Oak Harbor, there are 124 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favorite places to visit include Windjammer Park, Lavender Wind Farm, and Fort Ebey State Park. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Deception Pass State Park and Flintstone Park.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep in a place that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be considered a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Oak Harbor, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Oak Harbor, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.