Find Historic Hotels in Oakland, MD

Sights with historical relevance in Oakland are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. Why not appreciate the lakeside during your visit?

Based on our travel expertise, Inn At Deep Creek is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and free parking.

Oakland is home to 864 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favorite places to visit include Deep Creek Lake, Swallow Falls State Park, and Youghiogheny River. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Herrington Manor State Park and Wolf Den Run State Park.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can stay in a place that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Oakland, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and actual building of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value along with how it inspired 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, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Oakland, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.