Find Historic Hotels in Atherton

The historical sites in Atherton are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. Why not absorb the local color with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, The Summit Rainforest Retreat is a top guesthouse on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free parking and WiFi. Herberton Historic Village is a short 19-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your stay is NRMA Atherton Tablelands Holiday Park.

Atherton is home to 22 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Chinatown and Hou Wang Temple in Atherton might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Crystal Caves, Mt. Baldy, and Platypus Park. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Hallorans Hill Conservation Park and Hasties Swamp National Park.

Historic hotels give guests the opportunity to stay in a building officially recognized with a historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Atherton typically retain original characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in guestrooms or communal spaces.

These terms are similar. “Historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S., while you’ll often hear “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to place more significance on the physical building and architecture. Mainly a heritage hotel draws meaning from the cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the amenities you’d get from a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. Booking a historic hotel in Atherton doesn’t mean you’re choosing a place that’s rundown.