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A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Ayr is probably first on your travel itinerary. Also discover the many sights including the monuments and parks.

Based on our travel expertise, Miller House is a top guest house on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free parking and free WiFi. Robert Burns Birthplace Museum is a short 4-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include The Burnside Guest House and Bythesea Guest House.

In Ayr, there are 193 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Ayr is notable for landmarks like Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Brig O’Doon and St. John’s Tower. Attractions like Heads of Ayr Farm Park and Pirate Pete’s Family Entertainment Centre are fun for everyone. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Ayr Town Hall and Ayr Racecourse.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll enjoy a holiday in a building that has a national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in Ayr, giving a historical feel.

“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 architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often 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 historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the normal amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Ayr, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.