Historic hotels pop up all over the place, and Kansas is no different for that. However, around the holidays, the Historic Elgin Hotel really decks the halls and makes things extra warm and cheery. We can’t get enough of this beautiful hotel and all the care taken in decorating it for Christmas. Come see for yourself!
Welcome to the Historic Elgin Hotel, a place to stay in Marion that feels like the perfect dive into the past to break away from busy city life.
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The hotel is truly gorgeous inside and out, dating back to 1886 when it was built for travelers on railroad lines coming through town. Not only is it still standing 130 years later, but it has been renovated and kept in great condition wherever possible.
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After Thanksgiving, it’s time for the “Hanging of the Greens” event, where the hotel undergoes a decoration transformation that brings the holidays to the hotel.
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The building is large enough that they enlist the help of volunteers to decorate all three floors. In fact, you can RSVP to help decorate through their Facebook page!
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You can almost hear the Christmas spirit echoing through these halls. Somehow, the hotel feels even warmer for the holidays. Christmas decor and 1886 era buildings just fit together.
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Even the Parlour is decorated, adding a little holiday flair to the otherwise unique experience for dinner or drinks.
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Make reservations at the Parlour at (620) 381-0675 or check availability to stay in a beautiful room on the third floor at (620) 382-3200
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For more information about this historic hotel, check out the Elgin Hotel Website or the Elgin Hotel Facebook page.
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Historic hotels are always a treat to visit and stay at, no matter where they are in the state. If you like this Christmas decorated inn, you may also like the historic Wolf Hotel that may have something a little spooky lurking underneath.
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Address: Historic Elgin Hotel, 115 Third, Marion, KS 66861, USA
