Find Historic Hotels in Springfield, VA

You’re likely already making plans to see the historical sites during your trip to Springfield. The array of shops and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you’re here.

Based on our travel expertise, Courtyard by Marriott Springfield is a top 3-star hotel for history buffs booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and a 24-hour fitness center. White House is a short 15-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Extended Stay America Suites Washington DC Springfield and Motel 6 Springfield, DC - Washington Southwest.

In Springfield, you’ll find 52 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favorite places to visit include The St. James Sports Complex, Springfield Town Center, and Lake Accotink Park. Additionally, in the area you’ll find White House and National Mall.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Springfield, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it influenced 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. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found in any hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Springfield, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.