Historic Hotels & Resorts in Downton on the Rock from AU$427

The historical places in Downton on the Rock are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Old Downton Lodge is a top guest house for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free parking. Ludlow Castle is a short 15-minute drive away.

Downton on the Rock is home to 6 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Places to visit in the wider area include Ludlow Food Centre, National Trust’s Croft Castle and Parkland and Ludlow Castle. You’ll also find Ludlow Brewing Company and Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre in the area.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can sleep in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Downton on the Rock, 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 architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Downton on the Rock, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.