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Significant historical sites in Okinawa are likely at the top of your sightseeing list. And while you’re here, you can visit the major shopping area and popular beaches. You can also discover the museums during your holiday to this culturally rich area.

Based on our travel expertise, Okinawa Sunplaza Hotel is a top 3-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers 2 restaurants and free Internet. Shurijo Castle is a short 10-minute drive away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Hyakunagaran and Imincyu.

Okinawa has 2169 hotels bookable on Expedia, including 711 hotels designated as historic or close to historic sites.

Okinawa is notable for landmarks like Shurijo Castle, Naminouegu Shrine and Nakagusuku Castle. Cultural venues include Okinawa Prefectural Museum and Art Museum, Koza Music Town and Former Japanese Navy Underground Headquarters. Other popular sights include Kokusai Dori and Okinawa Churaumi Aquarium.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can stay in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of historic hotels in Okinawa, giving a historical feel.

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

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