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Significant historical sites in Basingstoke are likely a big part of your travel plans. During your stay, you can visit the spas and bars.

Based on our travel expertise, Red Lion Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking. The Vyne is a short 8-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your trip is Urban Abode.

Basingstoke is home to 102 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Basingstoke is notable for landmarks like Basing House. Cultural venues include The Anvil, Milestones Museum and Willis Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Festival Place and Basingstoke Leisure Park.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two someplace that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Basingstoke, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

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