Wicklow Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Wicklow, County Wicklow

Significant historical sites in Wicklow are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the bars?

Based on our travel expertise, Dunbur Lodge is a top B&B for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Wicklow’s Historic Gaol is a short 2-minute drive away.

In Wicklow, you’ll find 2 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Wicklow is notable for landmarks like Wicklow’s Historic Gaol. Additionally, you might want to add Wicklow Golf Club to your itinerary.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a holiday in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Wicklow, giving a historical feel.

“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 building and architecture of historic hotels are generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it shaped the community.

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