Find Historic Hotels in Sakai

Significant historical sites in Sakai are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. Also explore the many sights to visit such as parks and cocktail bars

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel Sunplaza Sakai is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free WiFi and parking. Osaka Castle is a short 14-minute drive away. A couple of other options near historic sites include Hotel Sunplaza Annex and Tsubaki House.

In Sakai, there are 71 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia, including 12 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.

Sakai is notable for landmarks like Emperor Nintoku’s Tomb, Old Sakai Lighthouse, and Ebara-ji Temple. Cultural venues include Bicycle Museum, Sakai City Museum, and Sakai Plaza of Rikyu and Akiko. Additionally, in the area you’ll find Universal Studios Japan and Dotonbori.

By choosing a historic hotel, you can enjoy a vacation in a building that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of these historic hotels in Sakai, giving a historical feel.

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

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in Sakai, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.