Find Historic Hotels in Guanajuato from CA $63

On a trip to Guanajuato, history seekers can spend an afternoon exploring the cathedral. While you’re visiting, check out the museums and live music. You can also discover the entertainment venues during your vacation.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Castillo Santa Cecilia is a top historic hotel bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Regional Museum of Guanajuato Alhondiga is a short 20-minute walk away.

In Guanajuato, you’ll find 182 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Guanajuato is notable for its cathedral and landmarks like Regional Museum of Guanajuato Alhondiga, Hidalgo Market, and Alley of the Kiss. Cultural venues include Juarez Theater, San Gabriel de Barrera Ex-Hacienda Museum, and Alhondiga de Granaditas Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are La Paz Square and Basilica of Our Lady of Guanajuato.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can enjoy a vacation in a place that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Guanajuato, giving a historical feel.

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 actual building of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Guanajuato, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.