Foxton Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Foxton, Manawatū-Whanganui

You’ll probably want to seek out the sights of historical relevance during your trip to Foxton. During your holiday, why not also explore all there is to see and do including the monuments?

Based on our travel expertise, Come and enjoy a summer break at our lovely Foxton Beach. is a top guest house for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a water park and free Wi-Fi.

In Foxton, you’ll find 30 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Himatagi Beach, Foxton Windmill and Holben - Te Wharangi Reserve. Additionally, you might want to add Lake Koputara to your itinerary.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a place that has an officially recognised national 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 in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Foxton, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Foxton, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.