Historic Hotels of America

Rising from water's edge on the quaint Island of Coronado in San Diego, this hotel is considered one of America's most beautiful & classic historic resorts. USA Today called the Del "one of the top ten resorts in the world." The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Highlighted are the facilities, history, cuisine and special amenities.

Regarded among the world's great hotels and the crown jewel of Williamsburg, VA. The Williamsburg Inn is decorated in an elegant English Regency style and is located in Colonial Williamsburg, a living, working 18th Century town. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Highlighted are the facilities, history, cuisine and special amenities.

Experience the Victorian ambiance of this Americus, GA castle-like hotel located just 10 miles from world-famous Plains and Andersonville National Historic sites. Built in 1892, the Windsor occupies nearly an entire city block. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Highlighted are the facilities, history, cuisine and special amenities.

One of the most celebrated Philadelphia hotels, this French style 1902 hotel is located in the heart of the downtown and historic theater districts. It is a short stroll to the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and other attractions. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Highlighted are the facilities, history, cuisine and special amenities.

The legendary Delta Queen has been at home on the Mississippi River system since 1947. Lovingly preserved and maintained, she's an echo from the Great Steamboat Era. Bask in her hospitality & try playing her vintage calliope. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Highlighted are the facilities, history, cuisine and special amenities.

Here, on an unhurried island off Georgia's colonial coast, awaits a world of compelling contrasts and perfect balances: old and new, rich history and modern comforts, grand surroundings and simple pleasures, river and ocean. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Highlighted are the facilities, history, cuisine and special amenities.

The King & Prince Beach & Gold Resort is located on St. Simons Island, GA, one of Georgia's fabled Golden Isles. Called San Simone by 16th Century Spanish explorers, today's visitors delight in an irresistible mix of natural beauty, rich history and quaint charm. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Since 1968, La Fonda has continued the same tradition of providing warm hospitality & excellent service while maintaining historic integrity and architectural authenticity. Located at the end of the Santa Fe Trail in Santa Fe, NM. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Highlighted are the facilities, history, cuisine and special amenities.

Washington, D.C.'s largest luxury hotel, this national landmark hotel is located in the heart of Washington's business district. The hotel is conveniently located just four blocks from the White House, and minutes away from Smithsonian museums and national monuments. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

A Victorian mansion located in the heart of Washington, DC, Morrison-Clark is the only inn in the nation's capital to be listed on the Register of Historic Places. Built in 1864 as two separate town homes, this elegant boutique hotel offers modern comforts amidst historic charm. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

If ever there were a Tavern that represented the essence of picture-book New England, it is here in Grafton, VT. People come here to find two rare commodities: peace and quite. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Highlighted are the facilities, history, cuisine and special amenities.

The Hotel Hershey combines old-world elegance, state-of-the-art amenities. and uncompromising service to continue its tradition as one of America's grand Hotels. Located on a hilltop overlooking Hershey, PA, the 1930's hotel is part of Hershey Resorts, which also includes The Spa At The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Golf Club, Hershey Park and ZooAmerica North America.

The Pontchartrain Hotel is an imposing structure with its brick facade and architectural style. A cherished landmark in the historic Garden District of New Orleans, The Pontchartrain Hotel has been satisfying the desires of its discerning guests since the 1920's. With their longstanding tradition of hospitality, The Pontchartrain Hotel truly is the heart and soul of New Orleans.

The Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge, MA, is one of the few remaining American inns in continuous use since the 18th century. As immortalized in Norman Rockwell's painting Main Street, Stockbridge, the Inn epitomizes New England tradition. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Located in Macon, GA, the 1842 Inn blends the amenities of a grand hotel and the ambience of a country inn. The guest rooms and public areas of the Inn dwell within a Greek Revival antebellum house and an adjoining Victorian house that share a quaint courtyard and gardens. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Nestled in the Shenandoah Valley, at the foot of the Massanutten Mountains and originally a 1797 stagecoach stop, this Middletown, VA distinctive inn gracefully blends its 18th century ambience with 20th century comfort. The program was produced in cooperation with the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Highlighted are the facilities, history, cuisine and special amenities.

Once home to Errol Flynn, Clark Gable, and Jean Harlow, this stunning Sunset Boulevard landmark hotel in Riverside, CA was designed in 1929 by architect Leland A. Bryant. Experience the pure elegance, sophistication and fantasy of the Argyle Hotel--considered to be one of the most important Art Deco structures in Los Angeles.

Located in Santa Barbara, CA, the El Encanto Hotel features a Mediterranean-like setting on the exclusive Riviera residential district above the Mission Santa Barbara. The historic hotel allows you to relax and rejuvenate in the of the Pacific Ocean and the Channel Islands.

Since 1833 the beautifully restored Green Mountain Inn offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and classic elegance. The Inn is ideally situated in Stowe, VT in the heart of historic Stowe Village - offering guests the true flavor of classic New England.

Beautifully located in Sulphur Springs, WV, The Greenbrier has been rated one of the "Best of the Best" golf resorts in the world, rated the #1 resort spa in North America and the Caribbean, and named as one of the top 20 family resorts in North America. The Historic Greenbrier has thoroughly and elegantly preserved the charm and allure of a 19th Century southern resort.

Since 1766, The Homestead has offered visitors an incomparable retreat and an incredibly grand escape. Nestled amidst the beauty of Virginia's Allegheny Mountains in Hot Springs, VA, The homestead boasts 15,000 acres of relaxation and recreation for the whole family. Year 'round you may choose from among dozens of activities to please a variety of discriminating tastes.

When the Hotel du Pont opened its doors, it rivaled the finest hotels of Europe. French and Italian craftsmen spent 2 1/2 years sculpting, carving, gilding and painting the ornate structure. Its suites featured cozy fireplaces and polished brass beds made up with imported linen. Located in the heart of historic downtown Wilmington, DE.

Experience the gracious hospitality of a bygone era at this magnificent St. Louis, MO hotel located inside historic Union Station. This beautifully restored National Landmark is filled with shops, restaurants and entertainment.

A stay in this elegant antebellum Charleston, SC home offers the opportunity to experience history as well as the warm hospitality for which the south is famous. John Rutledge, one of the 56 signers of the US Constitution, built his home in 1763. Now exquisitely restored, it is one of only 15 homes belonging to those signers to survive - and the only one to now accommodate overnight guests.

Encompassing an entire city block in the heart of southern California's downtown Riverside, the Mission Inn was built between 1876 and 1931 by voracious collector Frank A. Miller. Docent-led tours highlight the history of The Mission Inn and the more than 6,000-piece art collection on display throughout the hotel. The Mission Inn is close to historic sites, antiques shopping, golf and museums.