Find Historic Hotels in Yogyakarta

Some time exploring the prominent temples in Yogyakarta is a draw to those who want to learn about local history. During your visit, you can check out the local museums.

In Yogyakarta, you’ll find 519 hotels and other accommodations bookable on Expedia, including 2 designated as historic hotels or close to historic sites.

Yogyakarta is notable for its temples and landmarks like Palace of Yogyakarta, Kraton Complex, and Taman Sari. Cultural venues include Fort Vredeburg Museum, Batik Museum, and Taman Pintar Science Park. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Malioboro Mall and Malioboro Street.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can spend a night or two someplace that has an officially recognized national historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel provided that it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Yogyakarta, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term “historic hotel” is more commonly used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be the most important aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Yogyakarta, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.