Find Historic Hotels in Watkins Glen, NY

You’re already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance while on vacation in Watkins Glen. While you’re here, why not check out the lakeside and wineries?

Based on our travel expertise, Idlwilde Inn is a top B&B on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi.

Watkins Glen is home to 116 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favorite places to visit include Watkins Glen State Park, The Tasting Room, and Seneca Harbor. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Watkins Glen Beach and Castel Grisch Winery.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll stay in a place that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Watkins Glen, giving a sense of history.

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

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Watkins Glen, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.