Huai'an Historic Hotel

A trip to the historical sites in Huai’an is probably first on your sightseeing list. You can also enjoy all there is to see and do including the parks and temples.

Based on our travel expertise, Huaian Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free parking and a fitness centre. Former Residence of Zhou Enlai is a short 14-minute walk away.

In Huai’an, you’ll find 63 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Huai’an is notable for landmarks like Huai’an Government Office, Former Residence of Zhou Enlai and The Tieshan Temple National Forest Park. Attractions like Hongze Lake Bathing Spot and Baxiantai Scenic Resort are fun for everyone. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are China Huaiyang Cuisine Culture Museum and Bochishan Park.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a place that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that 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 Huai’an, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Huai’an, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.