Linz Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Linz, Upper Austria

A trip to the sights with historical relevance in Linz is likely at the top of your sightseeing list. During your stay, you can visit the shops.

Linz is home to 77 hotels bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Linz is notable for landmarks like Linz Castle Museum, Linz Landhaus and Nordico Museum. Cultural venues include Linz State Theater, Lentos Art Museum and Ars Electronica Center. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Linz Main Square and Danube Park.

When you book a historic hotel, you'll sleep someplace 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 considered a historic hotel provided that it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Linz, giving a historical feel.

You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you've come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the popular amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Linz, don't worry that you'll find a place that's uncomfortable or rundown.