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Check availability on Bristol Historic Hotels

Tonight
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Tomorrow
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Next weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug
In two weeks
4 Sep - 6 Sep

Our top choices for Bristol historic hotels

Front of property
Standard Room | Iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free), bed sheets
Point of interest
Interior detail

1. Yankee Peddler Inn

Yankee Peddler Inn
Downtown Newport
United States
Brian
AED 768
AED 881 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Yankee Peddler Inn
Indoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, free cabanas, sun loungers
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Fireplace (Kingscote) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Lobby sitting area
Alfresco dining, open daily

2. Hotel Viking

Hotel Viking
Downtown Newport
United States
Sharon
AED 1,148
AED 1,503 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sep - 8 Sep
Hotel Viking
Front of property
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free)
Porch
Lobby

3. Jailhouse Inn

Jailhouse Inn
Downtown Newport
United States
Todd
AED 1,025
AED 1,174 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Jailhouse Inn
Outdoor dining
Interior
TV
Interior

4. King with Kitchenette and Fireplace, Private Bath, Parking, Walk to all

King with Kitchenette and Fireplace, Private Bath, Parking, Walk to all
Top of the Hill
United States
Julie
AED 878
AED 1,136 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
King with Kitchenette and Fireplace, Private Bath, Parking, Walk to all
Beach nearby, beach towels
Exterior detail
Marina
Pool

5. Jamestown Cozy Coastal Cottage in town near beaches & Newport Just opened 9/2-5

Jamestown Cozy Coastal Cottage in town near beaches & Newport Just opened 9/2-5
Jamestown
United States
Robert G.
AED 1,800
AED 3,253 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sep - 9 Sep
Jamestown Cozy Coastal Cottage in town near beaches & Newport Just opened 9/2-5
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Dock
Ballroom
Ballroom

6. Gardiner House

Gardiner House
Downtown Newport
United States
Benjamin
AED 2,198
AED 2,512 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Gardiner House
Exterior
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Marina

7. Sweet summer escape on Newport Harbor

Sweet summer escape on Newport Harbor
Fifth Ward
United States
Andrew D.
AED 2,149
AED 2,991 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Sweet summer escape on Newport Harbor
Marina
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Beach
Dining

8. Newport, Pet Friendly. 1 Bedroom Cottage. Walk To Water. Book Early & Save

Newport, Pet Friendly. 1 Bedroom Cottage. Walk To Water. Book Early & Save
The Point
United States
Nicolette M.
AED 1,230
AED 2,087 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sep - 15 Sep
Newport, Pet Friendly. 1 Bedroom Cottage. Walk To Water. Book Early & Save
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Exterior
Dining

9. One block from the beach. 2 blocks from Pier restaurants, shopping, etc.

One block from the beach. 2 blocks from Pier restaurants, shopping, etc.
Narragansett Pier
United States
Becki P.
AED 2,106
AED 4,373 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep
One block from the beach. 2 blocks from Pier restaurants, shopping, etc.
Exterior
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
Marina
Sun loungers, beach towels

10. Large Historic/updated, Downtown Wakefield - Narragansett Beaches-3 mi. Big yard

Large Historic/updated, Downtown Wakefield - Narragansett Beaches-3 mi. Big yard
Wakefield-Peacedale
United States
Nicole G.
AED 2,938
AED 7,487 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sep - 14 Sep
Large Historic/updated, Downtown Wakefield - Narragansett Beaches-3 mi. Big yard
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Top Bristol Hotel Reviews

Hotel Viking

Hotel Viking

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms are tastefully decorated and we found the beds to be extremely comfortable. Loved the rooftop deck for pre dinner drinks and sunset and the courtyard with firepit for after dinner corn hole. Had a wonderful stay!"
Kerri 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Viking
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location."
Edward 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina
Omni Providence Hotel

Omni Providence Hotel

8/10 Good
"Location was convenient and staff was nice. The shower didn’t look like anything special but was pleasantly surprised at the water pressure and temperature. Only thing that was rough was the pillows. I had 4 stack behind each other"
Megan 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Omni Providence Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area

10/10 Excellent
"The room was extremely clean. The staff was awesome and very helpful. However, the breakfast left a lot to be desired."
Gina 2-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Middletown Newport Area
Colonial Inn Seekonk

Colonial Inn Seekonk

8/10 Good
"It lacked the ironing board. For a bed and breakfast type hotel, this was great."
Hariharan 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Colonial Inn Seekonk
The Carriage House Inn Newport

The Carriage House Inn Newport

8/10 Good
"We were very satisfied with all,except the room air conditioner was too noisy and loud"
Fred 3-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
The Carriage House Inn Newport
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent
"The outdoor pool and at night the fire pit was great"
Suzanne 3-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
The Pell - Part of JdV by Hyatt
Newport Beach Hotel & Suites

Newport Beach Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Great"
Dawn 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Newport Beach Hotel & Suites

Frequently asked questions

What can a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Bristol?
People visiting Bristol may want to seek out a tour of the historical sites. You'll probably want to also discover the other places of interest while you're visiting the area.
How many historical hotels will I find in Bristol?
In Bristol, there are 75 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the must-see historical places and other sights to visit in Bristol?
Bristol is notable for landmarks like Linden Place Mansion, Blithewold Mansion Gardens and Arboretum, and Coggeshall Farm Museum. Cultural venues include Herreshoff Marine Museum and Musee Patamecanique. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Hope Street and Bristol Town Beach.
What is a historic hotel like in Bristol?
Historic hotels give guests the opportunity to stay in a building that has been officially recognized with a historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, palaces, grand homes or even old police stations, pubs, lodges or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Bristol often preserve authentic elements such as period features or traditional architecture in guestrooms or communal spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels are generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value and how it influenced the community.
Do historic hotels in Bristol have modern facilities?
Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Bristol, you won't be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.