Find Historic Hotels in Lecce

During a vacation in Lecce, historians and history enthusiasts alike will likely want to explore the cathedral. You can also enjoy the many sights to visit such as monuments and cafes

Based on our travel expertise, L’Orangerie d’Epoque is a top historic B&B bookable on our site and it features free WiFi. Chiesa di San Matteo is a short walk away. Other choices near historic sites include Nonna Jole and B & B The Old Store Lecce.

In Lecce, you’ll find 1036 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia, including 9 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

Lecce is notable for its cathedral and landmarks like Cathedral of Lecce, Roman Amphitheater, and Porta Rudiae. Cultural venues include Faggiano Museum, Paisiello Theatre, and Museo Diocesano Lecce. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Piazza del Duomo and Piazza Sant’Oronzo.

Guests who book a historic hotel can enjoy a vacation in a building that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Lecce, giving a sense of history.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly 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 shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Lecce, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.