Find Historic Hotels in Dong-gu

Significant historical sites in Dong-gu are likely a big part of your travel plans. Also explore all there is to see and do such as the festivals and temples

Dong-gu is home to 58 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Favorite places to visit include 168 Stairs, Busan Citizens’ Hall, and Choryang Market. In the area, you’ll also find Gwangalli Beach and Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch.

Guests who choose historic hotels have a chance to stay in a building recognized with a national historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world have had many former lives and uses, such as castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers. These types of hotels in Dong-gu typically retain original characteristics such as period features or traditional architecture in guestrooms or communal spaces.

The two are similar. “Historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S., while you’ll often hear “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to place more significance on the architecture and building. A heritage hotel draws meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Yes, efforts are made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Tourists who book a stay can expect the usual amenities you’d find in a hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi, and more. Booking a historic hotel in Dong-gu doesn’t mean you’re picking a place that’s rundown.