Find Historic Hotels in East Boothbay, ME

You’re already probably planning a visit to historically relevant sites while on vacation in East Boothbay. You can also enjoy all there is to see and do including the waterfront and seafood restaurants

Based on our travel expertise, Cozy Detached Guest Cottage on Mill Pond is a top guesthouse on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features onsite laundry facilities and in-room kitchens. Opera House at Boothbay Harbor is a short 6-minute drive away.

East Boothbay is home to 107 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

A couple of favorite places to visit are Grimes Cove Beach and Linekin Bay. You’ll also find Cabbage Island and Opera House at Boothbay Harbor in the area.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can sleep someplace that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be considered a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in East Boothbay, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

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