Historic Hotels & Resorts in Yan'an

Those visiting Yan’an should consider a tour to learn more about the local history. You can also discover all there is to see and do such as the mountain views and monuments.

Based on our travel expertise, Yasheng Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features parking and a business centre. Yan’an Revolutionary Site at the Foot of Fenghuang Mountain is a short walk away. Other choices close to historic sites include James Joyce Coffetel Yanan Baota and Vienna International Hotel.

Yan’an is home to 29 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Yan’an is notable for landmarks like Yan’an Zhou Enlai Distress Department, Zaoyuan Revolutionary Site of Yan’an and Yan’an Luxun Art Literature Site. Cultural venues include Yan’an Revolution Museum and Wuqi Revolutionary Memorial Hall. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Yan’an Stadium and Yan’an Ansai Museum.

When you book a historic hotel, you’ll stay someplace that has an official historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired within the guestrooms or public spaces of such hotels in Yan’an, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” 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 architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while 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 Yan’an, you won’t find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.