Kumasi Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Kumasi, Ashanti Region

The historical sites in Kumasi are likely a big part of your travel plans. Also explore all there is to see and do such as the festivals and museums.

In Kumasi, you'll find 244 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Kumasi is notable for landmarks like Manhyia Palace, Paa Joe Stadium and Asante Buildings. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Kumasi City Mall and Baba Yara Stadium.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can stay someplace that has an officially recognised national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Kumasi, 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 architecture and actual building of a historic hotel is generally what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it shaped the community.

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