Historic Hotels & Resorts in Oberammergau from NZ$205

You’re already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance while on holiday in Oberammergau. Why not appreciate the mountain landscape during your visit?

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Wittelsbach Oberammergau is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Ettal Abbey is a short 6-minute drive away.

In Oberammergau, there are 181 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Oberammergau Church, Oberammergau Museum and Pilatushaus Artists’ Exhibition Center. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Passionstheater and Laber.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Oberammergau, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” 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 physical building and architecture 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, free WiFi and the amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Oberammergau, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.