Find Historic Hotels in Okinawa

The historical places in Okinawa are probably a big part of your travel plans. You can also enjoy all there is to see and do such as the aquarium and entertainment choices

Based on our travel expertise, Sazanka is a top guesthouse for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and free parking. Katsuren Castle is a short 13-minute drive away.

In Okinawa, you’ll find 80 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favorite places to visit include Okinawa Arena, Okinawa Zoo & Museum, and Koza Sports Park. In the area, you’ll also find American Village and Kokusai Dori.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a vacation someplace that has an officially recognized historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Okinawa, giving a sense of history.

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

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in most hotels should be available at a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Okinawa, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.