Shannon Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Shannon, County Clare

Significant historical sites in Shannon are likely a big part of your travel plans. You’ll likely want to savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars during your visit. During your trip to this walkable area, you can also spend time at the shops.

Based on our travel expertise, Treacys Oakwood Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Bunratty Castle and Folk Park is a short 6-minute drive away.

In Shannon, there are 5 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Skycourt Shopping Centre, Atlantic Airventure and Shannon Golf Club. You’ll also find Dromoland Castle Golf and Country Club and Knappogue Castle in the area.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Shannon, giving a sense of history.

“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 historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the 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, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Shannon, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.