Bel Air Historic Hotel

Significant historical sites in Bel Air are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. Why not absorb the local colour with a visit to the restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Bel-Air - Dorchester Collection is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a full-service spa and free Wi-Fi. Hollywood Boulevard is a short 13-minute drive away.

In Bel Air, you’ll find 72 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

A favourite place to visit is Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area. Additionally, in the area, you’ll find Universal Studios Hollywood and Crypto.com Arena.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a building that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Bel Air, giving a sense of history.

“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 building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the usual amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Bel Air, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.