Woodstock Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Woodstock, England

You’re already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance while you’re staying in Woodstock. While you’re out exploring, you might want to check out the bars and coffee shops.

Based on our travel expertise, Macdonald Bear Hotel is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Blenheim Palace is a short 12-minute walk away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Kings Arms Hotel and Woodstock Arms.

In Woodstock, you’ll find 33 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Woodstock is notable for landmarks like Blenheim Palace. Additionally, you might want to add Oxfordshire Museum to your itinerary.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can sleep in a place that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Woodstock, giving a real sense of character.

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

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, 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 normal amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Woodstock, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.