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A modern spa area with a water feature, snow-covered plants, and a view of a hilly landscape.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a bed, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A traditional Japanese-style interior with a central bonsai tree, wooden beams, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A modern indoor space with a round table, two chairs, and a view of a garden through a glass wall.

1. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Kita Ward, 1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

"The tranquility of the place the peacefulness the wonderful staff nothing was too much from the time we arrived the staff were superb. The ammenities fabulous. This hotel was at another level we stayed 2 nights breakfast was amazing and delicious the rooms were excellent the bed so comfortable very clean !!! 10/10 I didn’t want to leave !!! The most amazing stay and experience from the stunning views pool, and fabulous staff !!!"

BRANSKI RENTALS PTY LTD

￥120,000

￥162,400 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bathroom with a wooden interior, a bathtub, and a view of a garden through a glass door.

A traditional Japanese setting with a tatami mat table, a sake set, a stone lantern, and a large stone hot spring bath.

A traditional Japanese building with a dark facade, a lantern, and a sliding door.

A traditional Japanese building with a sliding door, a small outdoor area with a wooden bench, and a potted plant with autumn leaves.

2. OKU Kamishichiken

Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Julian

￥33,790

￥37,169 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

The exterior of Sakura Hotel with a prominent neon sign, a brick facade, and a clear blue sky in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table, a sofa, and a stone wall with a phone on it.

A bathtub with a control panel, a handheld showerhead, and a wall-mounted faucet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone, a chair, a chandelier, and a window with blinds.

3. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jose

￥16,146

￥17,901 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a coffee machine.

A traditional Japanese building with a multi-tiered roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm body of water.

A small, modern bathroom with a wooden chair, a white sink, and a mirror.

A modern building with a wooden balcony, a bicycle parking area, and a sign indicating a stay & lounge facility.

4. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jason

￥5,850

￥6,467 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by a wooden deck and a glass wall.

A modern spa room with a wooden bench, a small table, and a large window offering a view of a forested area.

A modern interior with a blue sofa, a wooden table, and a large window offering a view of greenery and a brick building.

5. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Duane

￥39,241

￥43,165 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, large windows, and a visible reception area.

A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a central island, and a dining area with benches.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A person seated at a wooden table with a laptop, a white cup, and a chair in a modern room with large windows and a brick wall.

6. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

julie

￥9,600

￥10,560 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, surrounded by large windows and a wooden ceiling structure.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large potted plants, and hanging light fixtures.

A modern bar area with a DJ booth, seating, and a staircase leading to a bar counter.

7. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Robert

￥86,076

￥94,264 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern indoor pool area with a checkered floor, a glass barrier, and a view of the night sky.

A hotel entrance with a modern interior, a prominent chandelier, and a sign for the Hotel Monterrey Kyoto.

A lobby with a black and white marble floor, a reception desk, and a brick wall.

A hotel facade with large columns, balconies, and illuminated signage.

8. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Karasuma, 4.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Maria

￥12,435

￥16,441 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a large window offering a city view.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a city view.

A modern lounge area with seating, large windows, and a view of the cityscape.

9. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jonathan

￥34,511

￥38,669 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern building with large glass windows, a seating area with chairs, and a garden with plants and gravel pathways.

A narrow pathway flanked by plants and stone slabs, leading to a building entrance.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden beams, and a view through a glass door.

A buffet with various food items including fruits, pastries, and cereals.

10. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Salvador Bernardo

￥12,073

￥13,528 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A room with tatami mats, a low ceiling, and a view of a tree-lined path leading to a water body.

A hotel entrance with a traditional Japanese design, featuring a sliding door with Japanese characters, a sign reading 'HANARE TOKYU STAY', and a modern, illuminated facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a kitchenette.

A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, wooden tables, and striped chairs.

11. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

Karasuma, 4.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Angela

￥22,971

￥25,772 total

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."

A modern dining area with round tables, grey chairs, and a central floral arrangement.

A hotel room with a large TV, a sofa, a coffee table with flowers, and a view of the city.

A grand staircase leading to a lobby with a central floral arrangement, flanked by columns and wooden railings.

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 4.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Artem

￥47,477

￥55,018 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk, and a sofa.

A modern interior with a seating area, a flat-screen TV, and a large window.

A modern room with a sofa, a table, and a large window.

The entrance to Koko Hotel Residence with a modern facade, clear signage, and a well-lit pathway leading to the entrance.

13. KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Nakagyo Ward, 3.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Shikha

￥15,379

￥16,963 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and wall-mounted lights.

A buffet setup with various food items and serving ware.

A modern interior with seating arrangements, large windows, and a view of an outdoor garden.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

14. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kassiangbe

￥15,365

￥18,593 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with white bedding, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern room with a sofa, a small table with two cups and a book, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

A modern lobby with a marble reception desk, potted plants, and a staircase.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, directional signs, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

15. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 3.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

James

￥12,000

￥14,520 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern bar area with wicker chairs, a long counter, and shelves with bottles.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, seating, and a unique cylindrical light fixture.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a staircase.

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a blue sofa, and a view of the city.

16. Park Hotel Kyoto

Karasuma, 4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Erika

￥10,189

￥11,208 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A traditional Japanese-style building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a cobblestone pathway.

A view through a window of a snow-covered outdoor area with a pond, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

A hotel entrance with a glass door, framed by stone pillars, and a sign above the door.

A modern building with a large entrance, a stone lantern, and a well-lit interior visible through the doors.

17. HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa

Downtown Kyoto, 3.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Stephen or Michele

￥220,000

￥278,600 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A person in a pool with a stone wall and plants in the background.

A hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed with white bedding, a view of a garden and mountains, and a traditional Japanese-style interior.

A modern indoor pool with a glass bottom, stone walls, and lounge chairs along the side.

18. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 4.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Akeem

￥220,000

￥278,300 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring a series of balconies and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a small round table, and a view of a cityscape through a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a herringbone-patterned wall, a wooden door, and a staircase with tactile paving.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, a seating area with chairs, a large flat-screen TV, and a decorative wall.

19. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

Downtown Kyoto, 3.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Michelle Rea

￥6,411

￥6,411 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A traditional Japanese garden with a rock arrangement, a stone lantern, and bamboo plants.

A modern interior with a large window, a sofa set, and a wooden table.

A modern interior with large windows, wooden flooring, and a mix of seating options including sofas and chairs.

A modern interior with a seating area, a stone pathway, and a view of the outside.

20. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

Karasuma, 4.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Monica

￥21,766

￥23,943 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"‘Nono’ is our favorite place in Kyoto while traveling in Japan. This was our third stay and they continue to exceed expectations. We really enjoyed the onsen with all the soaps and conditioners. The have brushes, hair bands. Thank you again!!"

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

10/10 Excellent

"Very cozy and accommodating! Would definitely stay again!"

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms were spotless and I liked the matcha tea set and whisk along with coffee every morning. The wet bathroom was fantastic and a real treat"

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"My son and I stayed at Ben's Guesthouse for four nights in September 2026. Our room was clean and plenty spacious. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was clean and totally functional, nice shower/bath. The air conditioning was comfortable and reliable. There is a strict no-shoes policy which is enforced by placing your footwear in designated slots before you enter beyond the office area. It's easy to adjust to this policy, and it translates into very clean floors throughout. Ben's is in a quiet and clean neighborhood, and particularly quiet at night, as all the stores on that particular street close early. There is still plenty going on at all hours within walking distance. We felt really lucky to have discovered Ben's Guesthouse. If I ever return to Kyoto, that's where I'll stay, beyond a doubt."

OKU Kamishichiken

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place to stay in an area of Kyoto that’s close to a few large, beautiful shrines. Really great room complemented by a wonderful, helpful staff. Would love to stay here again!"

Ryokan Tori

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful experience. We experienced a lovely tea ceremony. The hostess was very familiar with the area. Would recommend this place to anyone who wants an authentic Kyoto experience"

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent place to stay! It was local to the metro and the property was very nice! The staff was excellent!"

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel close to Nijo station and Castle. The staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and spacious. Close to grocery store and a few restaurants. Laundry amenities handy to have available."

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was excellent, great access to public transport and friendly English speaking staff. The bedroom was clean with a powerful water presure shower. highly recommend hotel in Kyoto."

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Kitano Tenmangū

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Kyoto Museum for World Peace

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kinkaku-ji Temple?

Kinkaku-ji Temple is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its temples and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 76 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Kinkaku-ji Temple?

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from Kinkaku-ji Temple. Other good options within a short distance include Kefu Stay & Lounge and OKU Kamishichiken.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Kinkaku-ji Temple?

Expedia has 76 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Kinkaku-ji Temple.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kinkaku-ji Temple, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Kinkaku-ji Temple.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kinkaku-ji Temple?

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What can I see and do near Kinkaku-ji Temple?

Kyoto International Manga Museum, Museum of Kyoto, and Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum feature captivating exhibits. Nishiki Market, Kitano Tenmangū, and Ryoan-ji Temple are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Kyoto Concert Hall, Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, and Minamiza Theater.

How can I get to Kinkaku-ji Temple?

With so many transportation options, seeing the area around Kinkaku-ji Temple is simple. Nearby metro stations include Kitaoji Station and Kitayama Station. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Kitano-Hakubaicho Station or Tojiin Station.

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Our top choices for Kinkaku-ji Temple hotels

1. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

2. OKU Kamishichiken

3. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

4. Kefu Stay & Lounge

5. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

6. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

7. Ace Hotel Kyoto

8. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

9. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

10. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

11. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto

13. KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

14. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

15. Hyatt Place Kyoto

16. Park Hotel Kyoto

17. HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa

18. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

19. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

20. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

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Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

OKU Kamishichiken

Ryokan Tori

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Other attractions near Kinkaku-ji Temple

Hirano Shrine

Kitano Tenmangū

Kyoto Museum for World Peace

Jobonrendaiji Temple

Funaokayama Park

Toji-in Temple

Kamishichiken Saihoni Temple

Kamishichiken Kabukai

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