Ravensdale Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Ravensdale, Dundalk

You’re already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance during your trip to Ravensdale. While you’re here, you can visit the spas and gardens. You can also relish a trip to the restaurants during your stay.

Based on our travel expertise, Carrickdale Hotel & Spa is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features 2 restaurants and free WiFi. Carlingford Heritage Centre is a short 17-minute drive away.

In Ravensdale, you’ll find 2 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

A couple of favourite places to visit are Cooley Mountains and Ring of Gullion. You’ll also find Dundalk Stadium and Slieve Gullion in the area.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two in a building that has a national 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 of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Ravensdale, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is more common 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 a historic hotel is generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Ravensdale, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.