Blackburn Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Blackburn, England

You’re already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance during your trip to Blackburn. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the bars?

Based on our travel knowledge, Fernhurst Lodge by Greene King Inns is a top 3.5-star inn for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Blackburn Cathedral is a short 4-minute drive away.

In Blackburn, there are 64 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Blackburn is notable for landmarks like Blackburn Cathedral. Cultural venues include King Georges Hall, Vue Cinema Blackburn and Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Ewood Park and Witton Country Park.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two in a place that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Blackburn, 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. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Blackburn, you won’t find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.