May flowers are blooming at historic hotels around the world! There is something special about hotels that are as beautiful and inviting on the outside as they are on the inside. With decades (even centuries!) of expertise, historic hotels are the perfect places to celebrate the coming of spring. From Vermont to Versailles, we invite you to experience the gorgeous green spaces featured in the Discover & Explore ℠ May 2022 edition.
Thank you for continuing this journey of conservation, recognition and celebration of historic hotels. We are honored to share May’s highlights and invite you to Discover and Explore!
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The 2022 Top 25 Historic Hotels of America
Most Magnificent Gardens
Whether you are sharing a meal, a vow, or a stroll, these gardens are the perfect tranquil getaway.
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Historic Hotels of America® Spotlight:
Experience Scenic Resort Retreats in New England!
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Basin Harbor
(1886)
Vergennes, Vermont
Located on the shores of Lake Champlain, Basin Harbor’s historic 700-acre resort boasts intricate gardens, an apiary, and an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Golf Course. This lakeside destination is the perfect luxurious retreat into unspoiled nature.
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Chatham Bars Inn
(1914)
Chatham, Massachusetts
Spend a classic American summer in Cape Cod at Chatham Bars Inn. A fixture of New England for over a century, this historic hotel is ideally situated to take advantage of all Cape Cod has to offer, from farm-fresh produce to lobstering and sailing trips.
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Castle Hill Resort and Spa
(1905)
Cavendish, Vermont
Tucked away in the majestic pines of the Green Mountain National Forest, Castle Hill Resort and Spa is a fairytale destination with ties to Vermont’s most illustrious citizens. This historic hotel’s bucolic surroundings and award-winning spa are perfect for a summer retreat.
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Historic Hotels Worldwide® Spotlight:
Discover Your Urban Oasis in Europe's City Centers!
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Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam (1578)
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Located between two historical canals in the heart of the city, The Grand boasts a rich history. From a 15th-century convent to royal lodgings, to Dutch admiralty headquarters, to the city hall of Amsterdam, this historic hotel offers luxurious accommodations with a unique ambiance.
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Hôtel Le Louis Versailles Château (1854)
Versailles, France
Live like royalty at Hôtel Le Louis Versailles Château, a luxurious historic hotel just 200 meters from the Palace of Versailles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The hotel was constructed by order of Emperor Napoleon III, and has a legacy of luxury and a rich cultural context for guests to explore.
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Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese (1890)
Rome, Italy
Situated in the historic center of Rome – a UNESCO World Heritage Site that includes Vatican City and the Colosseum – the Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese offers elegant accommodations just steps away from the Villa Borghese gardens and the famous Galleria Borghese.
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History Mystery
On the grounds of Dromoland Castle Hotel, there is a temple dedicated to which deity?
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We Are Thankful For Your Support!
Members, donors, supporters, and volunteers of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, as well as its historic sites and its affiliates or of organizations deemed Friends of Historic Hotels of America®, all save up to 30% off the Best Available Rate at participating hotels.
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Ojai Valley Inn
(1923)
Ojai, California
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The Saint Paul Hotel
(1910)
St. Paul, Minnesota
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OHEKA CASTLE
(1919)
Huntington, New York
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