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You’re already probably planning a visit to sights of historical relevance while you’re staying in Rivenhall. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Rivenhall Hotel is a top 3-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers free parking and free WiFi.

There are 3 lodging options bookable on Expedia in the larger Witham area, though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Places to visit in the wider area include Braintree Village, Chelmsford City Racecourse and Layer Marney Tower. You’ll also find Great Notley Country Park and St John the Baptist Monastery in the area.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Rivenhall, bringing the history to life.

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 actual building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Rivenhall, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.