Historic Hotels & Resorts in Kawagoe from NZ$156

Visitors to Kawagoe should consider one of the historical tours to learn more. You can also enjoy the many sights including the museums and monuments.

Based on our travel expertise, Kawagoe Prince Hotel is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features 3 restaurants and free WiFi. Kawagoehachimangu is a short walk away. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your stay is Ryokan Matsumuraya.

In Kawagoe, you’ll find 33 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Kawagoe is notable for landmarks like Kawagoehachimangu, Toki no Kane and Kawagoe Castle. Cultural venues include Kawagoe City Museum, Kawagoe Matsuri Kaikan and Yamazaki Art Museum. In the area, you’ll also find Yokota Air Base and Ghibli Museum.

Guests who book a historic hotel can stay in a building that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Kawagoe, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used 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 actual building of a historic hotel is generally the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Kawagoe, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.