New Owners Say They Plan To Preserve & Upgrade Historic Langhorne Hotel

The historic Langhorne Hotel has been acquired by new owners who plan to renovate and preserve the centuries-old landmark.

The new owners, Joe and Megan Kontz, said they have acquired the property.

The couple has pledged to restore its historic character while updating the space for the future.

“Our vision is simple: preserve what makes the Langhorne Hotel special while investing in its future,” the couple said. “Our goal is not simply to renovate a building, but to breathe new life into a local landmark; creating a place where history is experienced rather than remembered.”

The announcement comes weeks after the Asta family, which operated the borough landmark for 54 years, closed the business ahead of the sale.

The bar and restaurant held its final full day of operation last Saturday and a farewell gathering on Sunday.

The Kontzes said they were grateful to Tom, Ben, Theresa, and Tammy Asta for their care of the property over the years, adding that their dedication kept the hotel an essential piece of the small borough’s identity.

Planned renovations over the coming months will be aimed at restoring the hotel’s historic architecture while introducing high-quality dining, updated accommodations, and refreshed spaces.

Located in the heart of Langhorne Borough, the multi-use structure includes the restaurant and bar, a 16-car parking lot, a one-bedroom apartment, a two-bedroom apartment, and 12 guest rooms.

While a final purchase price was not released, the property had previously been listed for under $2.2 million.

The hotel dates back to 1704 and is the second-oldest establishment of its kind in Bucks County, according to the Historic Langhorne Association.

The building originally served as a stagecoach stop along a major thoroughfare connecting Philadelphia, Trenton, New York City, and the Lehigh Valley when the borough was known as Four Lanes End and later Attleboro.

The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which marks its historical importance as “significant” while documenting various alterations made to the structure throughout its more than 300-year history.

“By preserving its rich history while embracing the future, we hope to create a destination that residents are proud to call their own and visitors will travel to experience,” Joe and Megan Kontz said.