Find Historic Hotels in Dunkirk from CA $46

You’re likely already making plans to see the places with historical relevance while on vacation in Dunkirk. While you’re here, be sure to check out the waterfront and museums.

Based on our travel expertise, Best Western Plus Hotel Cargo is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features onsite parking and flat-screen TVs. Dunkerque Belfry is a short walk away. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your stay is Aux Waterzooï.

In Dunkirk, there are 126 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Dunkerque Belfry and Marcel-Tribut Stadium in Dunkirk might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include Port Museum, Dunkerque Harbour Museum, and Museum of Fine Arts. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Dunkirk Carnival and Dunkirk British Memorial.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can enjoy a vacation in a place that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Dunkirk, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

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