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St. James Hotel, Selma, Alabama -

St. James Hotel is a Southern gem surrounded by history. Built in 1837, it overlooks the Edmund Pettus Bridge, where a dark episode of American history took place: the beating of Civil Rights activists in 1965.

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The Alaskan, Juneau, Alaska -

The oldest hotel in Alaska opened its doors in 1913 and thrived during the Gold Rush. It has since been upgraded but still features a gorgeous Queen Anne architectural style. 

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The Grand Canyon Hotel, Williams, Arizona -

Williams was a buzzing spot during the 19th century and the Grand Canyon Hotel was the place to stay. If you stay at Arizona's oldest hotel, check out the 1904 guest registers, where you'll find names such as the Vanderbilts.

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Arlington Resort & Spa, Hot Springs, Arkansas -

The original resort goes back to 1875, but it was destroyed by a fire and reopened in 1924. Famous guests include Al Capone, Barbra Streisand, and Bill Clinton.

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The National Exchange, Nevada City, California -

Built in the 1850s, The National Exchange is the oldest hotel in California. The meetings that led to the establishment of the Pacific Gas & Electric Company, took place at this historic hotel in Nevada City. 

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The Griswold Inn, Essex, Connecticut -

The Griswold Inn was established in 1776, making it not only the oldest hotel in the state but also in the entire country. The hotel was the site of protests by the women of the temperance movement in the 1840s.

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The Marshall House, Savannah, Georgia -

The Marshall House has had its doors open since 1851. It was famously occupied by Union troops led by General William Tecumseh Sherman and used as a Union hospital until the end of the Civil War. The hotel is rumored to be haunted. 

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The Moana Surfrider, Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii -

The Moana Surfrider was Hawaii's first hotel. It opened in 1901 and it's known as the "First Lady of Waikiki." Its oceanfront location, history, and amenities, make it a great place to stay in Oahu.

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Historic Rose Hotel, Elizabethtown, Illinois -

Sitting in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest, overlooking the River Ohio, the Rose Hotel has different parts built at different times, from the 1830s all the way to 1866.  

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French Lick Springs Hotel, Indiana -

Built in 1845 as part of the French Lick Resort, the original hotel went up in flames in 1901. A spa wing was added to the hotel when it reopened. 

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The Old Talbott Tavern, Bardstown, Kentucky -

Established in 1779, the Old Talbott Tavern is the oldest western stagecoach stop in the country. One of the bedrooms even has bullet holes supposedly left by Jesse James.

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The Maryland Inn, Annapolis, Maryland -

The Maryland Inn dates back to 1772. For many years, important statesmen and dignitaries stayed at the inn. Today it's a cool historical place to stay, with nice bedrooms and a basement where you can enjoy live jazz music. 

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The Wayside Inn, Sudbury, Massachusetts -

The Wayside Inn has been in operation ever since owner David Howe was granted a license to turn his home into a guest house in 1716. It's a place filled with history where the likes of George Washington have stayed. 

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Monmouth Historic Inn, Natchez, Mississippi -

This National Historic Landmark was built in 1818 and takes us back to pre-Civil War times. From the antebellum-era antiques to the beautiful surroundings, this hotel is well worth a visit.  

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The Elms Hotel and Spa, Excelsior Springs, Missouri -

Located in a 19th-century spa town, The Elms opened its doors in 1888. In 1898, a fire destroyed the original hotel (pictured), but a second Elms opened in 1909. Notable guests include President Harry S. Truman.

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Grand Union Hotel, Fort Benton, Montana -

Founded in 1882, the Grand Union survived steadily until 1983, when it closed its doors for renovation but then was abandoned until 1995. In 1999 it reopened again in all its splendor!

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Historic Argo Hotel, Crofton, Nebraska -

The Argo was established in 1912. The interior takes you back in time to the Victorian era. It's also said to be haunted by a woman called Alice.

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Gold Hill Hotel, Virginia City, Nevada -

Established in 1859, the Gold Hill Hotel is the oldest in Nevada. In addition to rooms, you can also enjoy a drink at a saloon. 

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Congress Hall, Cape May, New Jersey -

Built in 1816, Congress Hall was the first seaside resort in the US. To this day, it attracts visitors looking to enjoy the beautiful Cape May beach.

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La Fonda on the Plaza, Santa Fe, New Mexico -

The building where La Fonda operates is just over a century old, but lodgings dating back to 1601 existed in its very same location. Today it's a must-visit spot in New Mexico.

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Beekman Arms & Delamater Inn, Rhinebeck, New York -

The Beekman Arms and Delamater Inn has had its doors open ever since 1766. Its history, however, can be traced back to 1704, when it was called the Traphagen Tavern. It's one of the oldest continuously operated hotels in the US.

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Rough Riders Hotel, Medora, North Dakota -

The hotel opened in 1884 under a different name—the Metropolitan Hotel. It then changed its name to Rough Riders, which was the nickname of the 1st United States Volunteer Cavalry, led by Theodore Roosevelt.

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Golden Lamb, Lebanon, Ohio -

The Golden Lamb first opened as a "house of Public Entertainment" in 1803. Notable guests include Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, and a dozen US presidents!

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The Skirvin Hilton, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma -

Now owned by Hilton, this Oklahoma historic hotel dates back to 1911. The hotel was named after its founder, William Balser "Bill" Skirvin.

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Wolf Creek Inn, Wolf Creek, Oregon -

Those traveling on the Applegate Trail were happy to make a pit stop here, and so can you. This charming inn dates back to 1883 and it's well worth a visit. 

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Gettysburg Hotel, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania -

This hotel from 1797 is the perfect spot to explore the nearby Gettysburg Battlefield sites. Famous guests include US presidents Lincoln and Eisenhower. 

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John Rutledge House Inn, Charleston, South Carolina -

Built in 1763, this was the home of Governor John Rutledge. It was turned into a hotel in the 1980s and remains open to this day. 

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Historic Bullock Hotel, Deadwood, South Dakota -

This 1895 hotel was named after a local sheriff named Seth Bullock, whose spirit is said to haunt the building. 

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The Woodstock Inn & Resort, Woodstock, Vermont -

The Woodstock Inn & Resort first opened its doors as a tavern in 1793. Today it's a luxurious historical place to stay.

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The Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia -

This grand, luxurious hotel in White Sulphur Springs opened in 1778. The place is so historically relevant that, until 2022, it even had its own resident historian.

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The Historic Occidental Hotel, Buffalo, Wyoming -

The Occidental dates back to 1880. Famous guests include Buffalo Bill, Teddy Roosevelt, and Calamity Jane.

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