Vastervik Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Vastervik, Kalmar County

Sights with historical relevance in Vastervik are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. You can also discover all there is to see and do such as the monuments and water park.

Based on our travel expertise, Slottsholmen hotell och restaurang is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Stegeholm Castle Ruin is a short walk away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Best Western Plus Vasterviks Stadshotell and Gränsö Slott Hotel & Spa.

In Vastervik, you’ll find 37 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Stegeholm Castle Ruin and St. Petri Church in Vastervik might be worth a visit. The picturesque setting of Badplats Gränsö and Gränsö Nature Reserve exemplify the area’s natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Västerviks Museum and Västerviks Golfklubb.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll sleep in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be considered 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 Vastervik, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

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