UNESCO World Heritage Sites: NH Hotels close to the action

Discover the wonders of the world’s finest UNESCO World Heritage Sites with NH Hotels.

Celebrate the unique and diverse landscape of earth with a trip to a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the beautiful scenery of Doñana National Park to the history of Chichen Itza, the world is full of sources of life and inspiration. At these awe-inspiring spots, you can discover our legacy from the past, understand why we live the way we do today, and see why it’s so important that we maintain and preserve these spots for future generations. 

Discover the wonders of these exclusive destinations with NH Hotels. Our properties put you within easy reach of many of the world’s best UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and their luxury facilities, elegant décor and excellent dining options make them the perfect complement to your experience.

Madrid is home to the landscape of lights, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2021. The NH Collection Madrid Paseo del Prado and the NH Madrid Nacional are both close by.

Alternatively, you can visit the university and historic precinct of Alcalá de Henares, or the monastery and the site of The Escorial. Thankfully, the NH Collection Madrid Eurobuilding and the NH Madrid Barajas Airport put you within easy reach.

Elsewhere in the country, the beautiful Catalan city of Barcelona allows you to explore the works of Antoni Gaudi or visit the Palau de la Música Catalana and Hospital de Sant Pau. If you’d like to visit either of these locations, the NH Collection Barcelona Gran Hotel Calderón or the NH Collection Barcelona Pódium are the perfect base.

But, the whole country is full of cultural hotspots. A stay at the NH Córdoba Califa puts you within touching distance of the caliphate city of Medina Azahara, while the NH Luz Huelva is close to Doñana National Park.

Italy is a romantic and historic country that’s home to more than 50 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. From the gorgeous views of the Amalfi Coast to the ruins of Rome and the piazzas of Pisa, there’s plenty to see, do and explore in this beautiful country.

If you’re visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Italy, let NH Hotels be your guide. The Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel is the perfect base for exploring the historic sites of Rome, while the Tivoli Palazzo Gaddi Firenze Hotel puts the UNESCO-listed center of Florence right on your doorstep.

If you love the great outdoors, then Mount Etna in Catania is a fantastic option and the NH Catania Centro is close by. Alternatively, for a truly unique experience, visit the lagoon of Venice and stay at the NH Collection Venezia Grand Hotel Palazzo dei Dogi.

Famous for sun, sea and sand, Portugal is also home to 17 of the world’s finest UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

If you’re looking to explore the country’s history, then head to the historic center of Porto, where you can see the bridge and monastery of Serra do Pilar. There’s 2,000 years of history to see here, and you can also enjoy gorgeous views of the Douro River. Both the NH Collection Porto Batalha and the NH Porto Jardim are ideally located if you’d like to explore this beautiful location.

In Lisbon, the Monastery of the Hieronymites is a magnificent attraction. The monastery stands at the entrance to the magnificent harbor and it’s just a 20-minute drive away from the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa.

Elsewhere in the country, you can visit the University of Coimbra while staying at the Tivoli Coimbra, or admire the cultural landscape of Sintra from the NH Sintra Centro.

Across Europe, there are plenty more UNESCO World Heritage Sites just waiting to be explored. With sites in Amsterdam, Berlin, Bruges and Brussels, the entire continent contains plenty of options to suit every kind of cultural traveler. 

In the UK, the city of London is home to two UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Tower of London and the Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey. Thankfully, nhow London is close to both, so it’s easy to visit both attractions during your stay in the city. 

Other European highlights include the banks of the Danube in Budapest, which are close to the NH Collection Budapest City Center, the city of Luxembourg (including the old quarters and the fortifications), which can be explored from the NH Luxembourg and the palaces and parks of Potsdam and Berlin, which are on the doorstep of the NH Potsdam.

Known for its incredible food, ancient monuments and powdery white beaches, Mexico is also a cultural hotspot that’s home to 35 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. 

The country’s capital of Mexico City is home to four, including the Central University City Campus of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, the Luis Barragán House and Studio, the pre-Hispanic city of Teotihuacan and the historic center of the city itself. Thankfully, we have five hotels in Mexico City that suit every budget and need, including the NH Collection Mexico City Reforma, the NH Collection Mexico City Centro Histórico and the NH Collection Mexico City Santa Fe. 

Elsewhere in Mexico, historic monuments and ideas about the history of Mexico can be found all across the country. Popular locations include UNESCO World Heritage Sites like the historic center of Puebla near the NH Puebla Centro Histórico, and the pre-Hispanic city of Chichen Itza, which is close to the NH Collection Mérida Paseo Montejo.

From Argentina to Chile, Latin America is filled with UNESCO World Heritage Sites that will take your breath away and provide you with a unique insight into the region’s history. 

In Cuba, Old Havana has achieved UNESCO status. In this beautiful location, you can marvel at baroque and neoclassical monuments, wander down the old arcades and learn about the city’s history. Then, after a day of exploring, you can return to either the NH Capri La Habana or the NH Collection Victoria La Habana. 

Elsewhere in Latin America, you can sample the beauty of the city of Quito while staying at the NH Collection Quito Royal, admire the architectural work of Le Corbusier during a stay at the NH Buenos Aires 9 de Julio or visit the port, fortresses and monuments in Cartagena while staying at the NH Cartagena Urban Royal.

The USA is famous for its huge monuments, vast cities and even bigger cultural attractions. 

The country’s finest UNESCO World Heritage Site is arguably located in New York City. Here, the Statue of Liberty has welcomed millions of immigrants to the United States since 1886. 

It’s easy to visit the Statue of Liberty while staying at the NH Collection New York Madison Avenue, which is located in the center of Manhattan. As an added bonus, you’re also close to a number of the city’s other major sites, such as Times Square, Madison Square Garden and the Empire State Building, which are all within walking distance.

Make your stay extra special with NH Hotels

If you’re looking to explore the history, culture and beauty of the world’s most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, then you can take inspiration from our travel guides. This way, you can plan your visit before you arrive in your city of choice. 

Plus, when you check-in at your chosen NH Hotel, our Guest Relations team will always be available to provide you with tips, advice and suggestions that will help you get the most out of your visit. If you’d like help making reservations or booking tours, then they’d love to help you and make sure all of your expectations are exceeded.

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