St. Thomas Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Sights with historical relevance in St. Thomas are likely at the top of your sightseeing list. And while you’re here, you can visit the bustling port and popular beaches.

Based on our travel expertise, DO NOT BOOK THIS LISTING IN MAY/JUNE is a top resort for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Blackbeard’s Castle is a short 17-minute drive away. Other choices near historic sites include Island Getaway! Dreamy Units in Paradise. and Private Pool villa. Walk to Sapphire Beach.

In St. Thomas, you’ll find 2256 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia, including 8 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

St. Thomas is notable for landmarks like Blackbeard’s Castle, St. Thomas Synagogue and Grand Hotel. Cultural venues include Pistarckle Theater, St. Thomas Historical Trust Museum and Weibel Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Skyride to Paradise Point and Yacht Haven Grande Marina.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll enjoy a holiday in a building that has an officially recognised historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in St. Thomas, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in St. Thomas, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.