Wexford Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Wexford, County Wexford

The historical places in Wexford are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. You’ll likely want to savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants during your visit.

Based on our travel expertise, Clayton Whites Hotel is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Crown Quarter and Jim McGee’s.

In Wexford, you’ll find 31 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like St Iberius’ Church and Franciscan Friary in Wexford might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include Wexford Opera House, Irish National Heritage Park and Irish Agricultural Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Westgate Tower and Wexford Wildfowl Reserve.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll sleep in a building that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Wexford, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture 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 inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Wexford, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.