Port Townsend Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Port Townsend, Washington

Sights with historical relevance in Port Townsend are likely a big part of your travel plans. The bustling port and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here. You can also take some time enjoying the beaches during your holiday.

Based on our travel expertise, Palace Hotel Port Townsend is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free parking and free WiFi. Ann Starrett Mansion is a short walk away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include The Swan Hotel and Prime waterfront Suite with view.

Port Townsend is home to 94 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Port Townsend is notable for landmarks like Ann Starrett Mansion, Point Wilson Lighthouse and Rose Theatre. Cultural venues include Rothschild House Museum, Jefferson County Historical Society and Key City Public Theatre. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Port Townsend Carnegie Library and Jefferson County Courthouse.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two in a building that has a 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 of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Port Townsend, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Port Townsend, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.