Historic Hotels & Resorts in Nagahama from NZ$115

A visit to the sights with historical relevance in Nagahama is probably number one on your travel itinerary. Also discover the many sights including the temples and festivals.

Based on our travel expertise, Grand Mercure Lake Biwa Resort & Spa is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free Wi-Fi and parking. Nagahama Castle Historical Museum is a short walk away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Wa no retreat Hitoiki and Hamakogetsu.

In Nagahama, there are 28 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Nagahama is notable for landmarks like Keisokuji Temple, Odani Castle Ruins and Nagahama Castle Historical Museum. Cultural venues include Kaiyodo Figure Museum, Yanmar Museum and Nagahama Railway Square. Lake Biwa is another popular sight to explore.

Guests who choose historic hotels have a chance to stay in a building that has been officially recognised with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as castles, palaces or even pubs or old police stations — as long as it’s of special interest. These types of hotels in Nagahama usually retain original qualities like traditional architecture and period features in their communal spaces or guestrooms.

The two are similar. “Historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S., while you’ll often hear “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the building and architecture itself. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the place’s cultural value and how it shaped the community.

Yes. Every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Guests can expect the usual amenities from a contemporary hotel such as Smart TVs, WiFi and updated bathroom facilities. In Nagahama, booking a historic hotel doesn’t mean you’re picking a place that’s rundown.