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The historical places in Lewiston are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. The university campus and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here. During your trip to this family-friendly area, you can also spend time at the shops.

Based on our travel expertise, Cedars Inn Lewiston is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Nez Perce National Historic Park is a short 13-minute drive away.

In Lewiston, you’ll find 39 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Lewis-Clark State College Center for Arts and History, Hell’s Gate State Park and Clearwater River Casino. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and Salmon River.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Lewiston, 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. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while 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 in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Lewiston, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.