Find Historic Hotels in Okemos, MI from CA $97

Sights with historical relevance in Okemos are probably at the top of your travel itinerary. During your stay, you can visit the shops and restaurants.

Based on our travel expertise, Hampton Inn & Suites East Lansing Okemos is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi. Michigan State Capitol is a short 12-minute drive away. Other choices to soak up the local history include Staybridge Suites Lansing - Okemos, an IHG Hotel and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Okemos - University Area, an IHG Hotel.

Okemos is home to 17 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Landmarks like Okemos Village Historical Marker and Meridian Historical Village in Okemos might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Harris Nature Center, Ferguson Park, and Wonch Park. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Indian Hills Golf Course and Okemos Methodist Church Historical Marker.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can stay in a place that has a national historic designation. A castle, a palace or even a pub or an old police station can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are often preserved in the communal spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in Okemos, giving a real sense of character.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels are generally what’s most significant. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it’s cultural value as well as how it inspired the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you’ve come to expect, while every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the normal amenities found at a contemporary hotel will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Okemos, don’t worry that you’ll find a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.