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Visitors love the fascinating history they discover on a trip to Old Town. The major shopping area and lively bars are some of the places to visit while you’re here. You can also relish a trip to the top-notch restaurants.

Old Town is home to 73 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Scottsdale Waterfront, Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West and Scottsdale Fashion Square. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Scottsdale Stadium and Fiesta Bowl Museum.

A guest who chooses a historic hotel has a chance to stay in a place recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as castles, palaces, grand homes or even old police stations, pubs, lodges or skyscrapers — as long as it’s of special interest. These types of hotels in Old Town typically preserve authentic elements such as period features or traditional architecture in their public spaces or guestrooms.

These terms are similar. “Historic hotel” is a term often used in the US, while “heritage hotel” is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the building and architecture itself. Mainly a heritage hotel draws meaning from the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Yes, every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but hotel interiors are fitted with modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the amenities you’d get from a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi and more. When you book a historic hotel in Old Town, it doesn’t mean you’re choosing a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or rundown.