Matsuo Historic Hotel

You’re already probably planning a visit to historically relevant sites during your holiday in Matsuo. And while you’re visiting the area, why not also enjoy all there is to see and do?

Matsuo is home to 48 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Kokusai Dori, Makishi Public Market and Okinawa Prefectural Office. Additionally, in the area, you’ll find American Village and Kadena Air Base.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically found in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Matsuo, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. 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. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the usual amenities found in any hotel should be available at a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Matsuo, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.