Historic Hotels & Resorts in Downtown Tacoma from NZ$285

Sights with historical relevance in Downtown Tacoma are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. And while you’re here, you can check out the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums. And also relish a stop at the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Based on our travel expertise, Courtyard by Marriott Tacoma Downtown is a top 3-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and a fitness centre. Pantages Theater is a short 10-minute walk away. Other choices to soak up the local history include Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Tacoma Downtown, an IHG Hotel and Hotel Murano.

In Downtown Tacoma, there are 85 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Landmarks like Pantages Theater and Tacoma Union Station Rotunda in Downtown Tacoma might be worth a visit. Known for its art and museums, cultural venues include Tacoma Art Museum, Museum of Glass and Washington State History Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Court House Square and Foss Waterway Seaport.

Historic hotels give guests the chance to stay in a building officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can be castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any building that’s been identified as being of special interest. These types of hotels in Downtown Tacoma typically retain original characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in their public spaces or guestrooms.

They are quite similar. “Historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S., while “heritage hotel” is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to put more importance on the physical building and architecture. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the place’s cultural value and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay should expect the popular amenities you’d get from a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. Booking a historic hotel in Downtown Tacoma doesn’t mean you will stay in a place that’s rundown or uncomfortable for guests.