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A large, white building with columns and a sign that reads "BOONE TAVERN HOTEL."

A formal dining room with tables set for service, blue chairs, chandeliers, and a view through large windows.

A white building with black shutters, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a paved walkway.

A covered patio with brick flooring, white columns, and black wicker chairs.

1. Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant

Berea

Steven

€95

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A log cabin interior with a wooden desk, leather armchair, and a patterned rug.

A log cabin bedroom with a large bed, wooden dresser, and a window with a view of trees.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden countertop, a microwave, a sink, and a window with a view of trees.

Two blue Adirondack chairs on a concrete path surrounded by leaf-covered ground and trees.

2. Unique Stay in a 1907 Log Cabin on The Kentucky River

Lexington

Anonymous traveller

€168

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A gated entrance with a stone wall, a tree, and white hydrangea flowers.

A small log cabin with a red door, surrounded by a grassy field and trees.

A covered porch with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a view of trees.

A log cabin interior with a cozy seating area, a dining table, and a bookshelf.

3. Cabin in Kentucky Horse Country

Bourbon County

Siobann S.

€430

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table, a sofa, and artwork on the walls.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, and a city view.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a coffee bar.

A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a round table, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

4. Bourbon Condo Downtown Lexington

Downtown Lexington

Michele G.

€236

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A log cabin with a wooden door and window, number 318 visible on the door.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a mirror on the wall.

A log cabin with a red door, a stone pillar, a lantern, a bench, and a potted plant.

A historic building with a garden pathway leading to a wrought iron gate.

5. Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location

Downtown Lexington

Kelly L.

€360

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A two-story house with a front porch, a number 162 sign, and a small garden.

A hallway with framed pictures on the wall, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a rug on the floor.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a rug, a lamp, a plant, and framed pictures on the wall.

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a fireplace, and a television.

6. Lafferty House-Walk to UofK, Woodland Pk, Dn Town, near Bourbon Trl, Horse Farms

Downtown Lexington

Andy

€419

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A bedroom with a tufted headboard bed, a window with curtains, a ceiling fan, and a bedside table with a lamp.

A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a white countertop, and a wooden floor.

A modern living room with a large window, a white sofa, a white console table with plants, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

7. Quiet Downtown Lexington Bougie Apartment

Downtown Lexington

Bernadette R.

€191

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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Top Richmond Hotel Reviews

Elwood Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay. Everyone we encountered was very friendly and polite. Check in a breeze , the bartender amazing, our room perfect. Would definitely recommend it."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

10/10 Excellent

"Room was beautiful! Breakfast was great, we especially liked the idea of an omelette made while we waited. The snacks in the room were a welcome surprise. We really enjoyed our stay!"

GuestHouse Lexington

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean Staff was very friendly and helpful"

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, restraunt had amazing food, staff was great"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lexington North

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was delish!!! Lots of options and very fresh."

Clarion Pointe Richmond North near University

10/10 Excellent

"Not one negative."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington/UK Coldstream

8/10 Good

"Pool didn’t look clean and the toilet in my room didn’t flush properly but everything else was 100% I would stay again"

Frequently asked questions

What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Richmond?

You're already probably planning a visit to historical sites while you're staying in Richmond. During your stay, you can visit the shops and restaurants.

Where's the best place to stay in Richmond to be near historical sites?

Based on our travel expertise, Tranquil morning horizons watching the horses graze in your own private space. is a top country house for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities.

How many historically relevant hotels are there in Richmond?

Richmond is home to 50 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

What are the top historical places and other sights in Richmond?

Landmarks like Fort Boonesborough State Park and White Hall State Historic Site in Richmond might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include EKU Center for the Arts and Kentucky River Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Kentucky River and Richmond Centre Mall.

What is a historic hotel like in Richmond?

Historic hotels give guests an opportunity to stay in a place recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world come in all forms like castles, palaces or even pubs or old police stations — as long as it's of special interest. These types of hotels in Richmond usually retain original qualities such as period features or traditional architecture within the guestrooms or public spaces.

What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?

They are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., while you'll often hear "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to place more significance on the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Do historic hotels in Richmond have modern facilities?

Yes, efforts are made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the amenities you'd find in a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. Booking a historic hotel in Richmond doesn't mean you're choosing a place that's rundown or uncomfortable for guests.

Richmond Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Richmond, Lexington

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check availability on Richmond Historic Hotels

Our top choices for Richmond historic hotels

1. Historic Boone Tavern Hotel and Restaurant

2. Unique Stay in a 1907 Log Cabin on The Kentucky River

3. Cabin in Kentucky Horse Country

4. Bourbon Condo Downtown Lexington

5. Morrison Cabin Offers The Finest Interiors, Unique History & Very Best Location

6. Lafferty House-Walk to UofK, Woodland Pk, Dn Town, near Bourbon Trl, Horse Farms

7. Quiet Downtown Lexington Bougie Apartment

Top Richmond Hotel Reviews

Elwood Hotel & Suites

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington Green

GuestHouse Lexington

Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lexington North

Clarion Pointe Richmond North near University

Embassy Suites by Hilton Lexington/UK Coldstream

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