Historic Hotels & Resorts in Palembang from AU$13

A trip to the historical places in Palembang is probably at the top of your sightseeing list. Also discover all there is to see and do such as the golf courses and riverfront.

Palembang is home to 252 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Pulau Kemaro Pagoda and Al-Qur'an Al-Akbar in Palembang might be worth a visit. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Palembang Indah Mall and Jakabaring Stadium.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Palembang, giving a sense of history.

"Heritage hotel" is a term often used 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 a historic hotel is generally what's most important. For a heritage hotel, often it's the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you've come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in Palembang, you won't find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.