Find Historic Hotels in Fira

On vacation in Fira, history seekers will likely want to visit the churches. While you’re visiting, you may want to admire the popular beaches.

Based on our travel knowledge, NEW HAROULA HOTEL is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Agios Nikolaos Monastery is a short walk away.

In Fira, there are 538 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia, including 3 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.

Favorite places to visit include Plateia Theotokopoulou, Museum of Prehistoric Thira, and Santorini Caldera. In the area, you’ll also find Athinios Port and Ancient Thira.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognized historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Fira, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture 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 influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Fira, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.