Bourton-on-the-Water Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Bourton-on-the-Water, Cheltenham

The historical sites in Bourton-on-the-Water are probably a big part of your travel plans. You’ll likely want to savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants during your visit. You can also take some time enjoying the riverfront in this walkable area.

Based on our travel expertise, The Lansdowne is a top B&B for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free parking. Chastleton House is a short 16-minute drive away.

In Bourton-on-the-Water, there are 130 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Favourite places to visit include Cotswold Motoring Museum, The Model Village and Birdland Park and Gardens. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Bourton Model Railway Exhibition and Dragonfly Maze.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll stay in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Bourton-on-the-Water, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, 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 usual amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Bourton-on-the-Water, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.