5 Awesome Hotels for Vintage Fanatics

Author: TheHipmunk

This post was posted by TheHipmunk on Hipmunk’s Tailwind blog on January 27th 2016.

Fanatics of retro style today will no longer find it only on the shelves of thrift stores. In fact, travelers will find hotels across the world that are using vintage style at the heart of their design aesthetic. These five hotels are celebrated for being vintage meccas, filled with classics from Eames chairs to 8-track players. Perfect for travelers passionate about the past, a stay in each hotel feels a bit like traveling back in time.

1. The Burrard Hotel

The Burrard Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, Canada. Built in 1956 with outdoor-facing motel-style rooms, the recently updated hotel features mid-century decor balanced with up-to-date amenities like flat screen televisions, Wi-Fi, and Nespresso machines. The Burrard is a great spot for anyone who loves the distinct “Mad Men” vibe.

2. The Padre Hotel

Another hotel that excellently balances old and new is the Padre Hotel in Bakersfield, California. The hotel was opened in 1928, and was recently renovated after several years of inactivity. The Padre Hotel draws from its art deco past, with bold marble floors, bright leather furniture accents, and neon signage. The updates to the hotel make it a nightlife destination, and it features a rooftop bar, private cabanas, and regular DJ.

3. Jupiter Hotel

The Jupiter Hotel Portland is housed in a renovated motor inn-style motel from the 1960s, and still features elements of its original mid-century aesthetic. Guests will find bold art in their room: bright-yellow pleather headboards, and wall-sized portraits of Marilyn Monroe. The hotel’s old parking lot is a now a courtyard for lounging, and guests can enjoy a cocktail or bite in the popular on-site restaurant, Doug Fir Lounge.

4. Round Hill

If vintage elegance is your priority, visit Round Hill Hotel and Villas, just outside of Montego Bay, Jamaica. Built in 1952 on the site of a former plantation, it features countless antique furniture pieces and accents that are original and immaculately maintained. The hotel’s villas have their own unique mid-century island style, and have housed celebrities like Truman Capote and Oscar Hammerstein. Designer Ralph Lauren now calls Round Hill home and helped redecorate its interior.

5. The Parker Palm Springs

The Parker Palm Springs is a classic luxury hotel in the California desert. Opened in 1959 as a Holiday Inn, the hotel passed through many owners until it was bought by Jack Parker in 2004. The Parker Palm Springs kept its classic mid-century charm, especially in its decor. The interior features vintage couches, asymmetrical armchairs, and an unforgettably bold color palette. For an affordable stay, be sure to check out Hipmunk deals at the Parker Palm Springs.