Find Historic Hotels in Himeji

Tourists love the rich history they can explore on a vacation in Himeji. You can also enjoy all there is to see and do including the hot springs and theme park

Based on our travel expertise, Daiwa Roynet Hotel Himeji is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and a fitness center. Hokkeji Temple is a short 16-minute walk away. A couple of other options near historic sites include GRANDOUCE Himeji and Hotel Wing International Himeji.

In Himeji, you’ll find 40 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Himeji is notable for landmarks like Himeji Castle, Obara Family House, and Shonenji Temple. Cultural venues include Himeji City Museum of Literature, Hyogo Prefectural Museum of History, and Himeji City Museum of Art. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Aeon Mall Himeji Otsu and Himeji Tegarayama Amusement Park.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll stay someplace that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Himeji, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value along with how it influenced the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Himeji, you won’t be staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.