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

Based on our travel expertise, The Ollerod is a top 3.5-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Mangerton Mill is a short 10-minute drive away. If you’re interested in local history, another option for your trip is Winyard’s Gap Inn.

In Beaminster, there are 62 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Beaminster is notable for landmarks like Mapperton Gardens. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Broadwindsor Craft and Design Centre.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll stay in a building that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Beaminster, bringing the history to life.

“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 architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Beaminster, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.