Longford Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Longford, County Longford

A visit to the historical places in Longford is likely first on your travel itinerary. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Viewmount House is a top 4-star guest house for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features a restaurant and free parking.

Longford is home to 8 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Favourite places to visit include Longford Greyhound Stadium, The Mall and St. Carthagh’s Cathedral. Additionally, you might want to add County Longford Golf Club to your itinerary.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognised national 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 can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Longford, giving a historical feel.

“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 architecture and actual building of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Longford, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.