Amiens Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Amiens, Hauts-de-France

An afternoon exploring the cathedral in Amiens is a draw to those who want to learn about local history. Why not appreciate the riverfront during your visit?

Based on our travel expertise, Holiday Inn Express Amiens, an IHG Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Musee de l’Hotel de Berny is a short walk away. A couple of other options near historic sites include ibis Styles Amiens Centre and Mercure Amiens Cathedrale.

Amiens is home to 178 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Amiens is notable for its a cathedral and monuments, and landmarks include Jules Verne House and Musée de l’Hotel de Berny. Cultural venues include Zenith Amiens, Musée de Picardie and Berny’s Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Amiens Cathedral and Hortillonnages Floating Gardens.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two in a building that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Amiens, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most significant. 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’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found in a hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Amiens, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.