Greenock Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Greenock, Scotland

You’ll probably want to seek out the historical sites while on holiday in Greenock. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the bars?

Based on our travel expertise, Waterfront Guest Accommodation is a top guest house for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Auchentoshan Distillery is a short 20-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your stay is The Tontine Hotel.

Greenock is home to 15 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Favourite places to visit include Greenock Cemetery, Waterfront Leisure Complex and Lyle Hill. Additionally, you’ll find Loch Lomond in the area.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station 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 Greenock, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Greenock, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.