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People visiting Helena may want to book a tour to learn more about the local history. The major shopping area and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here.

Based on our travel knowledge, Ramada by Wyndham Helena is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a restaurant and free WiFi. Cathedral of St. Helena is a short 4-minute drive away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Lamplighter Cabins & Suites and Rodeway Inn.

Helena is home to 197 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Helena is notable for landmarks like Cathedral of St. Helena, Reeder’s Alley and Hauser Dam. Cultural venues include Montana Historical Society Museum, Exploration Works and Holter Museum of Art. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Helena Civic Center and Montana State Capitol.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two someplace that has a national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, 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 preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Helena, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the usual amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Helena, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.