Okinawa Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Okinawa, Okinawa Island

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

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

In Okinawa, you’ll find 78 hotels bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Favourite places to visit include Okinawa Zoo & Museum, Koza Sports Park and Okinawa Arena. In the area, you’ll also find Kokusai Dori and Kadena Air Base.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay in a building that has an official historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Okinawa, giving a sense of history.

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

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the popular amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Okinawa, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.