Find Historic Hotels in Bear, DE from CA $111

A trip to the historical sites in Bear is probably first on your sightseeing list. During your stay, you can visit the shops and restaurants.

Based on our travel expertise, Best Western Plus Newark/Christiana Inn is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Grand Opera House is a short 15-minute drive away.

In Bear, there are 10 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favorite places to visit include Lums Pond State Park, Mansion House Paintball, and Delaware Rock Gym. Additionally, you might want to add Summit North Marina to your agenda.

When you choose a historic hotel, you’ll stay in a building that has an officially recognized historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Bear, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used 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 a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Bear, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.