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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 room with a large window offering a view of a residential area with houses and autumn foliage.

1. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Kita Ward, 1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
Australia
BRANSKI RENTALS PTY LTD
￥98,400
￥135,076 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
A modern bathroom with a wooden interior, a bathtub, and a view of a garden through a glass door.
A traditional Japanese building with a dark facade, a lantern, and a sliding door.
A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, a sofa, tatami flooring, and a view through an open door.
A traditional Japanese setting with a tatami mat table, a sake set, a stone lantern, and a large stone hot spring bath.

2. OKU Kamishichiken

OKU Kamishichiken
Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Julian
￥34,817
￥38,299 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
OKU Kamishichiken
The exterior of Sakura Hotel with a prominent neon sign, a brick facade, and a clear blue sky in the background.
A hotel with a prominent sign, large windows, and a brick facade.
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

HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only
Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Jose
￥16,146
￥17,901 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only
A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a coffee machine.
A modern building with a wooden balcony, a bicycle parking area, and a sign indicating a stay & lounge facility.
A small, modern bathroom with a wooden chair, a white sink, and a mirror.
A traditional Japanese building with a multi-tiered roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm body of water.

4. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kefu Stay & Lounge
Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
Canada
Jason
￥5,400
￥5,970 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Kefu Stay & Lounge
A modern indoor pool area with a checkered floor, a glass barrier, and a view of the night sky.
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.
A hotel entrance with a modern interior, a prominent chandelier, and a sign for the Hotel Monterrey Kyoto.

5. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Karasuma, 4.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
Canada
Maria
￥12,289
￥16,251 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, large windows, and a visible reception area.
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.
A modern hallway with a long wooden bench, stone walls, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a central island, and a dining area with benches.

6. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
julie
￥15,200
￥16,720 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.
A spacious lobby with a variety of seating options, including sofas, chairs, and a central coffee table. There is a large plant display on the upper level, and the area is well-lit with natural and artificial lighting.
A modern bar area with a DJ booth, seating, and a staircase leading to a bar counter.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, large potted plants, and hanging light fixtures.

7. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Carlos
￥68,568
￥76,094 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ace Hotel Kyoto
A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, and a city view.
A modern lounge area with sofas, tables, and a large window offering a city view.
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a fire feature, and large windows offering city views.

8. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
Canada
Jonathan
￥40,558
￥45,274 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
A room with tatami mats, a low ceiling, and a view of a tree-lined path leading to a water body.
A hotel room with two beds, a dining area, and a kitchenette.
A rustic interior with exposed wooden beams, wooden tables, and striped chairs.
A modern kitchen with a central island, seating area with a bench, and large windows providing natural light.

9. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
Karasuma, 4.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
Canada
Angela
￥30,989
￥34,635 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
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 buffet with various food items including fruits, pastries, and cereals.
A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden beams, and a view through a glass door.

10. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
Mexico
Salvador Bernardo
￥23,542
￥26,378 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
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 interior with a blue sofa, a wooden table, and a large window offering a view of greenery and a brick building.
A modern spa room with a wooden bench, a small table, and a large window offering a view of a forested area.

11. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Duane
￥49,763
￥54,739 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large columns, and a central seating area.
A grand staircase leading to a lobby with a central floral arrangement, flanked by columns and wooden railings.
A modern dining area with round tables, grey chairs, and a central floral arrangement.

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto, 4.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Artem
￥33,403
￥38,003 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hotel Okura Kyoto
A modern indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and wall-mounted lights.
A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
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.

13. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi
Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Kassiangbe
￥16,561
￥20,039 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi
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.

14. KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
Nakagyo Ward, 3.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Shikha
￥20,894
￥22,983 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple seating areas, and a restaurant.
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a thatched roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A spacious atrium with a green table displaying items, surrounded by large floral arrangements and a red umbrella.
A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table.

15. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Manish
￥27,422
￥30,687 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
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 hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette.
A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, directional signs, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

16. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto, 3.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
Canada
James
￥29,000
￥35,090 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hyatt Place Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style building with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a cobblestone pathway.
A modern interior with a seating area, wooden furniture, and a large window offering a view of the outside.
A hotel entrance with a glass door, framed by stone pillars, and a sign above the door.
A view through a window of a snow-covered outdoor area with a pond, surrounded by trees and a building in the background.

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

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
Downtown Kyoto, 3.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Stephen or Michele
￥200,000
￥253,300 total
Oct 3 - Oct 4
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
A modern bar area with wicker chairs, a long counter, and shelves with bottles.
A modern interior with wooden panel ceilings, a central seating area with wicker chairs, and a patterned wall.
A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a blue sofa, and a view of the city.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a staircase.

18. Park Hotel Kyoto

Park Hotel Kyoto
Karasuma, 4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
jose
￥17,424
￥19,166 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Park Hotel Kyoto
A wooden hot tub with water, set against a backdrop of a wooden cabinet and a tiled floor.
A modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed, a sofa, and a large window with a bonsai tree.
A restaurant interior with wooden tables and benches, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern building with a dark facade and multiple windows.

19. nol kyoto sanjo

nol kyoto sanjo
Karasuma, 4.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
Hong Kong SAR China
Hoi Ching
￥65,418
￥72,768 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
nol kyoto sanjo
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 hotel entrance with a sign reading 'LA LOCANDA' and a pathway leading to a reception area.
A modern indoor pool with a glass bottom, stone walls, and lounge chairs along the side.

20. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
Downtown Kyoto, 4.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
United States
Akeem
￥200,000
￥253,000 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
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Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.
Tanoya
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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A modern spa area with a water feature, snow-covered plants, and a view of a hilly landscape.
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
9.8
Exceptional
71 reviews
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A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
9.6
Exceptional
63 reviews
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A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple seating areas, and a restaurant.
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
9.6
Exceptional
2,008 reviews
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A modern hallway with wooden flooring, a glass door on the left, and a dark wall on the right.
Guesthouse Goettingen
9.6
Exceptional
47 reviews
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Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean room and friendly staff who are there 24/7. Coffee machine, ice and tea available downstairs. Cleaning is only after 3rd day of stay. Tourist stay fee charged at the end. No laundry in the hotel. Very close to subway and bus."
Meiling 6-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Agora Place Kyoto Nijo
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

8/10 Good
"Solid place to stay in Kyoto with lots of free amenities. The onsen is very nice and well maintained. Would love to stay again!"
Heris 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room and Staff very nice . Next to the hotel it’s IMAYA restaurant which is very nice , lovely people and good food."
Stephanie 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent
"Modern, clean, spacious rooms, amazing shower, great location."
Ricardo 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo
Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

8/10 Good
"Location is not the best for sightseeing traveller unless you are ok taking lot of taxis (which is not too expensive in kyoto)"
Ravitha 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

10/10 Excellent
"Very cozy and accommodating! Would definitely stay again!"
Cade 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae
OKU Kamishichiken

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!"
Julian 2-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
OKU Kamishichiken
Ryokan Tori

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"
Khashayar 1-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Ryokan Tori
Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

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."
Julie 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

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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.
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What can I see and do near Kinkaku-ji Temple?
Kyoto International Manga Museum, Museum of Kyoto, and Samurai and Ninja Museum feature captivating exhibits. Kitano Tenmangū, Ryoan-ji Temple, and Funaoka Thermal Bath are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can catch a show at Kyoto Concert Hall, Minamiza Theater, and Gion Corner.
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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