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Those interested in local history will want to find time to see the a cathedral and UNESCO site on a trip to Ravenna. During your visit, you can check out the local museums.

Based on our travel expertise, A La Maison Ravenna is a top B&B for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Basilica of Sant’ Apollinare Nuovo is a short walk away. A couple of other options to soak up the local history include Bed and Breakfast Il Cerchio and Santa Maria Foris.

In Ravenna, you’ll find 313 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Ravenna is notable for its a cathedral and UNESCO site, and landmarks include Dante Alighieri’s Tomb, Basilica of Sant’ Apollinare Nuovo and Mausoleum of Galla Placidia. Cultural venues include Dantes Museum, Teatro Comunale Alighieri and TAMO Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Piazza del Popolo and Ravenna Cathedral.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a 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 can be admired in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Ravenna, 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 the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Ravenna, you won’t find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.