Historic Hotels & Resorts in Shinsekai from NZ$132

A trip to the historical sites in Shinsekai is probably number one on your sightseeing list. During your stay, you can visit the spas.

Based on our travel knowledge, Hotel SSK Osaka Naniwa is a top guest house for history seekers booking on Expedia and it features free Wi-Fi. Shitennoji Temple is a short 9-minute walk away. If you’re interested in local history, another choice for your trip is Maru House - Hostel.

In Shinsekai, you’ll find 27 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Top places to visit include Tsutenkaku Tower and Nipponbashi. In the area, you’ll also find Dotonbori and Kyocera Dome Osaka.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Shinsekai, bringing the history to life.

The two are similar. The term “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S., whereas “heritage hotel” is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the physical building and architecture. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it inspired the surrounding community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Tourists who book a stay should expect the popular amenities from a contemporary hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, and free and fast Internet. Booking a historic hotel in Shinsekai doesn’t mean you will stay in a place that’s rundown or uncomfortable for guests.