Salamanca Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Salamanca, Castile and León

Salamanca and its significant historical sites draw tourists so consider a visit to the cathedral, especially if you want to learn about the local history. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the cafes?

Based on our travel expertise, Parador de Salamanca is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Roman Bridge is a short walk away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Sercotel Puerta de la Catedral and Hotel Sercotel Las Torres Salamanca.

Salamanca is home to 258 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Salamanca is notable for its a cathedral and landmarks like Monterrey Palace, Casa de las Conchas and Liceo Theatre. Cultural venues include Art Nouveau and Art Deco Museum, Salamanca Automobile History Museum and Taurino Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Plaza Mayor and New Cathedral of Salamanca.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Salamanca, bringing the history to life.

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. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

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