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You’ll probably want to seek out the sights of historical relevance during your trip to Harare. Why not appreciate the gardens during your visit?

Harare is home to 438 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Epworth Balancing Rocks and State House in Harare might be worth a visit. Cultural venues include Queen Victoria Museum and National Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Harare Sports Club and Fife Avenue Shopping Centre.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll stay someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Harare, bringing the history to life.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Harare, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.