Lamar Historic Hotel

The historical sites in Lamar are likely at the top of your sightseeing list. While you are here in this family-friendly area, why not also discover all you’ll find to see and do here?

Based on our travel expertise, 3rd Street Nest Bed & Breakfast is a top B&B for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Bents New Fort is a short 18-minute drive away.

In Lamar, there are 13 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Lamar is notable for landmarks like Bents New Fort. The picturesque setting of Arkansas River and Enchanted Forest Park exemplify the area’s natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Lamar Speedway and Crazy Mountain Museum.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a place that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Lamar, 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. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Lamar, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.