Search Historic Hotels in Windmill Hill

You’re already probably planning a visit to historical sites during your holiday in Windmill Hill. While you’re out exploring, you might want to check out the restaurants and bars.

Based on our travel expertise, The Flying Fish Stables is a top 4-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free parking and conference space. Montacute House is a short 19-minute drive away.

The larger Ilminster area is home to 52 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia with 2 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

A favourite place to visit is Barrington Hill Meadows. You’ll also find Barrington Court and Museum of Somerset in the area.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can sleep in a building that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Windmill Hill, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite 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 as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Windmill Hill, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.