Jining Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Jining, Shandong

A trip to the historical sites in Jining is likely at the top of your sightseeing itinerary. You can also explore all there is to see and do including the forests and temples.

Based on our travel expertise, JW Marriott Hotel Qufu is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Temple and Cemetery of Confucius and the Kong Family Mansion in Qufu is a short 13-minute walk away. Other choices near historic sites include Qufu Garden Hotel and Grace Inn.

Jining is home to 51 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Jining is notable for landmarks like Mencius Hometown, Temple of Confucius and Qufu Dacheng Hall. Natural beauty is on display at Yellow River, Baowanghe Park and Shimen Mountain. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Chongjue Temple and Qufu Jiulong Mountain Cliff Graves.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two someplace that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Jining, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and actual building of a historic hotel tends to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels include 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 usual amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Jining, you won’t find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.