Ioannina Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Ioannina, Epirus

The historical places in Ioannina are likely at the top of your sightseeing list. Why not appreciate the lakeside during your visit?

Based on our travel expertise, Grand Serai Congress & Spa is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. Ali Pasha Residence is a short 13-minute drive away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Ialna Boutique Hotel and Λιθεία-Lithia.

Ioannina is home to 95 hotels bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Ioannina is notable for landmarks like Ali Pasha Residence, Church of Agios Athanasios and Monastery of Agios Nikolaos Filanthropinon. Cultural venues include Silversmithing Museum, Pavlos Vrellis Greek History Museum and Byzantine Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Lake Pamvotis and Anatolis Park.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can stay in a building that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Ioannina, giving a historical feel.

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

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the popular amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Ioannina, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.