Brewster Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Brewster, Massachusetts

Significant historical sites in Brewster are probably a big part of your travel plans. While you’re in town, you can check out the scenic seaside and seafood restaurants.

Based on our travel expertise, The Mansion at Ocean Edge is a top 4-star resort for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features 2 indoor pools and 3 outdoor pools. Chatham Lighthouse Beach is a short 19-minute drive away. Other choices close to historic sites include The Old Manse Inn and Candleberry Inn on Cape Cod.

In Brewster, there are 404 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Brewster is notable for landmarks like Harris-Black House and Higgins Farm Windmill, Stony Brook Grist Mill and Crosby Mansion. Cultural venues include Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Brewster Historical Society Museum and Sydenstricker Glass Galleries. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Breakwater Beach and Ocean Edge Golf Club.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can enjoy a holiday in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Brewster, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Brewster, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.