Find Historic Hotels in Norman, OK

You’re likely already making plans to see the historically relevant sites while on vacation in Norman. While you’re here, you might want to visit the college campus and array of shops. And also relish a stop at the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Based on our travel expertise, GUEST HOUSE 1.5 miles to OU CAMPUS is a top guesthouse for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a fitness center and an outdoor pool. Sooner Theatre is a short 7-minute drive away.

In Norman, there are 230 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Norman is notable for landmarks like Sooner Theatre. Cultural venues include Softball Complex, Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History, and Tribes 131 Native American Art Gallery. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium and Cleveland County Fairgrounds.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two in a building that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Norman, giving a real sense of character.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found in any hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Norman, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.