The Top 10 Most Historic Hotels in the United States

If you're a history buff, you'll definitely enjoy staying at one of these notable hotels. Each of these historic hotels is unique and brings a touch of history to your vacation.

1. The Ahwahnee Hotel - This hotel was built in 1927 to give those visiting Yosemite a place to stay. This lavish hotel is adorned with many Native American aspects and the inside is just as gorgeous as the outside. Rates vary depending on the season.

2. Grand Hotel - (Mackinac Island, Michigan) Built in 1887, this hotel offers much history. Most notably, two battles in the War of 1812 were fought on Mackinac Island. Many historical figures have visited including Mark Twain, Thomas Edison and five US Presidents. Take a carriage tour or go horseback riding while visiting. Rates vary with the season.

3. Jekyll Island Club Hotel - (Jekyll Island, GA) This beautiful historic Victorian landmark. Notable people who have stayed here include Morgan, Pulitzer, Rockefeller and Vanderbilt. Rates start at $169 a night.

4. Hawthorne Hotel (Salem, MA) This hotel is situated among the history of the Salem Witch Trials. Those who have stayed include Walter Cronkite, Bette Davis, General Colin Powell, and President George Bush. There were also a few episodes of 'Bewitched' that were filmed here. Rates start at $137 per night.

5. The Ashton Hotel (Fort Worth, TX) This luxurious hotel was built in 1915 and is the only place to see Italianate architecture in the area. The walls are adored with original art from local artists from the year 1930 and on. Rates vary.

6. Arctic Club Hotel - (Seattle, WA) Constructed in 1917, this hotel was founded by Klondike gold rush adventurers.See authentic early 1900 art and artifacts from the area. Rates vary

7. Colonial Houses - (Williamsburg, VA) 18th Century colonial living is explored in these hotels, some are even small stand alone cottages all furnished with reproductions. The area is surrounded by costumed actors and historical reenactments. Notable guests include Thomas Jefferson and Patrick Henry. Rates start at $170 per night.

8. Strater Hotel - (Durango, Colorado) This historic hotel was built in 1887 and is beautifully decorated with Victorian antiques. It is located right down the street from the Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and historic Third Ave. The hotel offers nightly entertainment at their Diamond Belle Saloon. Employees get in the spirit as they dress up for the occassion. Rates as low as $105 per night.

9. The Gettysburg Hotel - (Gettysburg, PA) Built in 1797, this hotel is right next to where President Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address. President Dwight Eisenhower used this hotel as his operations center during the Cold War. When you stay here, you're also staying close to all the areas historic attractions. Rates start at $94 per night.

10. Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel - (Chicago, Illinois) One of Chicago's strongest landmarks in the center of the "Magnificent Mile," this hotel opened in 1927. This hotel is also home to the 'Crystal Ballroom' - the world's biggest illuminated dance floor. a secret passage was discovered in the 80's which is thought to have led to an exclusive penthouse casino. Rates start at $149.

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