Search Historic Hotels in Ryde

You’ll probably want to seek out the historical sites during your trip to Ryde. While you’re here, why not check out the seaside and bars?

Based on our travel expertise, Dorset Hotel is a top 3-star guest house for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free parking and a bar. Osborne House is a short 12-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Yelf’s Hotel and Kasbah.

In Ryde, there are 160 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia, including 8 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

Ryde is notable for landmarks like Isle of Wight Steam Railway. Natural beauty is on display at Ryde Beach, Woodside Beach and Appley Beach. Additionally, in the area, you’ll find Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and Southampton Cruise Terminal.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll sleep in a building that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Ryde, giving a historical feel.

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 is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Ryde, you won’t be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.