Ponce Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Ponce, Puerto Rico

You’re likely already making plans to see the sights of historical relevance during your holiday in Ponce. And while you’re here, you can visit the major shopping area and popular beaches. You can also discover the museums during your holiday to this romantic area.

Based on our travel expertise, Ponce Plaza Hotel & Casino is a top historic hotel bookable on Expedia and it features a casino. Parque de Bombas is a short walk away.

Ponce is home to 90 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Ponce is notable for landmarks like Parque de Bombas, El Museo Castillo Serralles and El Vigia Hill. Cultural venues include Museo de Arte de Ponce, Teatro la Perla and Museum of the History of Ponce. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Plaza of Delights and Playa Hilton Ponce.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a place that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Ponce, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Ponce, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.