Search Historic Hotels in Crayke

You’ll probably want to seek out the historically relevant sites while you’re staying in Crayke. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, The Durham Ox is a top guest house for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free parking and concierge services. Monk Bar is a short 18-minute drive away.

Crayke is home to 3 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

A couple of favourite places to visit are Howardian Hills and The Dutch House. You’ll also find Redwood Park Fishing Lakes and Byland Abbey in the area.

Guests who book a historic hotel can stay in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Crayke, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Crayke, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.