Hartford Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Hartford, Connecticut

Travellers love the rich history they can explore on holiday in Hartford. Be sure to check out the university campus and great live music while you’re here. You can also discover the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Based on our travel expertise, The Goodwin Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Mark Twain House & Museum is a short 2-minute drive away. Other choices close to historic sites include The Capitol Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection and DoubleTree by Hilton Hartford Downtown.

Hartford is home to 69 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Hartford is notable for landmarks like Mark Twain House & Museum, Hartford State Armory and Butler McCook House and Garden. Known for its theatres and live music, cultural venues include Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts, Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art and Hartford Stage. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Connecticut State Capital and Bushnell Park.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Hartford, giving a sense of history.

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

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Hartford, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.