Find Historic Hotels in Dayton, TN

A visit to the historical places in Dayton is probably first on your sightseeing itinerary. Why not absorb the local color with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Best Western Dayton is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi.

In Dayton, there are 42 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Favorite places to visit include Swinging Bridge Park, Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge, and Chickamauga Lake. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Tennessee River and Clyde W. Roddy Library.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can stay in a place that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Dayton, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the normal amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Dayton, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.