Find Historic Hotels in Virginia Beach, VA

The historical places in Virginia Beach are probably a big part of your travel plans. And while you’re here, you can check out the great live music and scenic seaside. During your trip to this walkable area, you also can spend time at the aquarium.

Based on our travel expertise, Ocean Key Resort is a top resort on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features a fitness center and private pools. Neptune Statue is a short 3-minute drive away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Beautiful Oceanfront 2 bedroom luxury suite at Oceanaire Resort, upscale resort and Ocean Beach Club and Oceanaire is the nicest resort in Virginia Beach - 4 stars.

In Virginia Beach, there are 1821 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia, including 12 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.

Virginia Beach is notable for landmarks like Cape Henry Lighthouse, Seatack Community, and Cape Henry Memorial. Known for its live music scene, cultural venues include Neptune’s Park, 5th Street Beach Stage, and Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center. Sandbridge Beach is another popular sight to explore.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll stay someplace that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Virginia Beach, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used 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 building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the amenities found in a hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Virginia Beach, you won’t be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.