Historic Hotels & Resorts in Wallingford from AU$150

A trip to the significant historical sites in Wallingford is probably on top of your travel itinerary. While you’re here, why not check out the riverfront and bars? During your stay in this quaint area, you can also relish a trip to the coffee shops.

Based on our travel expertise, The Coachmakers Arms is a top B&B for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a terrace and a bar. Didcot Railway Centre is a short 10-minute drive away.

In Wallingford, there are 34 hotels bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Wallingford is notable for landmarks like Wallingford Museum. Natural beauty is on display at Thames Path, Chiltern Hills and North Wessex Downs. Additionally, you’ll find Blenheim Palace in the area.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll sleep in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Wallingford, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used 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 are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Wallingford, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.