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A trip to the churches in Burlington will be a draw for the historian and history buff. And while you’re here, you can check out the entertainment choices and scenic lakeside. You can also take time at the university campus.

Willard Street Inn is a top 3.5-star B&B for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Shelburne Farms is a short 12-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Lang House On Main Street and Hilton Garden Inn Burlington Downtown.

In Burlington, you’ll find 87 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Burlington is notable for its churches and landmarks like Winooski Falls Mill District, Ethan Allen Homestead and Burlington Memorial Auditorium. Cultural venues include Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, ECHO Lake Aquarium and Science Center and Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Church Street Marketplace and Lake Champlain Ferry.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as 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 Burlington, giving a sense of history.

“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 building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Yes, every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors should expect the popular amenities you’d get from a hotel such as WiFi, heating and air conditioning, and updated bathroom facilities. When you book a historic hotel in Burlington, it doesn’t mean you will stay in a place that’s rundown.