Historic Hotels of Europe

Castles, manors, convents, palaces, monasteries, townhouses, villas and residences which have maintained their historic character are part of the HHE.

The original concept for forming a Federation with associations representing historic hotels, castles, manors, and restaurants within Europe was initiated by the "Châteaux & Hôtels de France" (today Châteaux & Hôtels Collection) of France and the "Schlosshotels & Herrenhäuser" of Austria.

The idea was to promote national cultural traditions, historic heritage, and architecture under one umbrella organisation.

The Federation to advocate a more "cultural and historic" style of holiday was established in November 1997, initially consisting of eight associations in different countries.

The first formal meeting of the "European Federation of Traditional Accommodation and Historic Houses" was held in Cadiz, Spain and hosted by the "Estancias de España" in 1998.