A new hotel has been proposed for a parcel on Winslow Way that’s now home to some of Winslow’s oldest downtown buildings.

Bainbridge officials will get their first detailed look at the new hotel near the ferry terminal at a meeting next week.

The development is characterized as a “small boutique hotel” by the Tacoma owners of the property, and if approved, would occupy a 15,000-square-foot parcel now occupied by four historic buildings built in 1890 and 1910.

The buildings on the north side of Winslow Way near the ravine are currently home to a rug gallery, barber shop, winery shop and art gallery, and a vacant building once housed That’s A Some Pizza.

The developers hope to retain the historic look of the buildings, according to early plans submitted to the city.

“These buildings are part of the gateway to the Center Core District and are among the first structures seen by people arriving by ferry. We believe preservation of these historic buildings is critical part of maintaining the Island’s unique character,” the owners of the property said in application materials submitted to the city.

The property owners note the historic buildings “help to establish and reinforce the ‘small town’ feel of Winslow Way. A primary objectives of this project is the restoration and preservation of the exterior facades of these important structures. The applicant will seek historic designation as part of the permitting process.”

Under the proposal, the buildings would be remodeled and expanded for use as a hotel.

“Street level uses along Winslow Way would include hotel entrance and lobby, plus additional retail lease space,” the property owners said in a project narrative submitted to the city’s planning department.

“The second floor of 424 Winslow Way would be remodeled and converted to hotel rooms. A four-story addition for additional hotel rooms would be constructed north of the existing buildings, with parking provided below,” the narrative continues.

Three of the buildings to be expanded were constructed in 1910, and the building raised in 1890 was originally the post office.

The parcel and buildings are owned by Marcia Wicktom and W.M. and James Lowery.

The city’s Design Review Board will get a look at the conceptual plan at the group’s next meeting.

The board will meet at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7 at city hall.