Patras Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Patras, Western Greece

A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Patras is probably first on your travel itinerary. During your stay, you can visit the waterfront.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Poseidon is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi.

Patras is home to 155 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Patras is notable for landmarks like Kostas Davourlis Stadium. Cultural venues include Apollon Theatre and Bee Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Georgiou I Square and Patras Town Hall.

Guests who book a historic hotel can stay in a place that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Patras, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but 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 and how it shaped the community.

Hotels include 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, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Patras, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.