Kampen Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Kampen, Overijssel

Those visiting Kampen should consider one of the historical tours to learn more. You can also explore all there is to see and do such as the cathedral and temples.

Based on our travel expertise, Boetiek Hotel Kampen is a top 3.5-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Waterloopbos is a short 19-minute drive away.

In Kampen, there are 25 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Kampen is notable for landmarks like IJssel Bridge, City Gates and Nieuwe Toren. Cultural venues include Kamper Tabaksmuseum, Gotische Huis and Stedelijk Museum. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Kampen Bovenkerk and Icon Museum.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can enjoy a holiday someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be transformed into a historic hotel as long as it’s of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the guestrooms or communal spaces of historic hotels in Kampen, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” 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 a historic hotel is generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

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