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The historical places in Waterville are probably a big part of your travel plans. While you’re here, why not check out the seaside and bars?

Based on our travel expertise, The Old Cable Historic House is a top guest house on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and in-room fireplaces. Ballinskelligs Castle is a short 13-minute drive away.

In Waterville, you’ll find 37 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Landmarks like The Atlantic Telegraph Waterville and Eightercua Stone Row in Waterville might be worth a visit. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Waterville Beach and Waterville Golf Links.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a place that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Waterville, 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. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture 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, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the popular amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Waterville, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.