Search Historic Hotels in Nantes

During a holiday to Nantes, historians and history buffs alike will likely want to explore the a cathedral. Why not appreciate the gardens during your visit?

Based on our travel expertise, Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - Nantes is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and a snack bar/deli. Chateau of the Dukes of Brittany is a short 12-minute walk away. Other choices to soak up the local history include OKKO Hotels Nantes Château and Hotel Voltaire Opera Nantes Centre.

In Nantes, you’ll find 357 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Nantes is notable for its a cathedral and landmarks like Nantes Cathedral, Chateau of the Dukes of Brittany and Le Lieu Unique. Cultural venues include Jules Verne Museum, Beaux-Arts Museum and Théâtre de Poche Graslin. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Bouffay Square and Place Royale.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a place that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Nantes, giving a real sense of character.

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 influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found in a hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Nantes, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.