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Our top choices for Kinkaku-ji Temple hotels

A multi-story hotel with a pool and outdoor seating area.

1. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
5.0 star property
Kita Ward, 1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Everything was perfect!!!"
United States
Zeina
The price is ￥129,700
￥174,671 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
A traditional Japanese building with a dark facade, a lantern, and a sliding door.

2. OKU Kamishichiken

OKU Kamishichiken
3.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (40 reviews)
"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!"
United States
Julian
The price is ￥37,456
￥41,202 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
OKU Kamishichiken
The exterior of Sakura Hotel with a prominent neon sign, a brick facade, and a clear blue sky in the background.

3. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only
2.5 star property
Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Great for solo travelers with a car. The covered parking is convenient and the staff was polite."
United States
Jose
The price is ￥16,229
￥17,993 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only
A spacious indoor area with a long wooden bench, a potted plant, and a modern ceiling design.

4. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kefu Stay & Lounge
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (162 reviews)
"Beautiful property, excellent staff and reccomendations for local tourism & businesses"
Canada
Jason
The price is ￥7,216
￥7,976 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Kefu Stay & Lounge
A hotel facade with large columns, balconies, and illuminated signage.

5. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 4.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,126 reviews)
"Good spa and hot spring."
United Kingdom
Maria
The price is ￥29,723
￥38,880 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Hotel Monterey Kyoto
A modern hotel entrance with a dark facade, large windows, and a visible reception area.

6. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,137 reviews)
"We loved our stay there."
Canada
Paulo Victor
The price is ￥19,000
￥20,900 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.

7. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great food, great vibes — very unique and fun place to stay!"
United States
Carlos
The price is ￥61,472
￥67,981 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.

8. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Wonderful little hotel in a great location."
Canada
Peter
The price is ￥34,362
￥38,097 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
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.

9. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 4.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (186 reviews)
"Loved the hotel and location."
United States
Stephanie Kris
The price is ￥32,144
￥35,638 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
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.

10. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay! Everything was clean and staff was great"
United States
Dzenefa
The price is ￥24,901
￥27,637 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

11. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
4.5 star property
Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (610 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
neil
The price is ￥58,515
￥64,366 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 4.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great location - the staff were excellent! Would recommend."
Australia
June
The price is ￥30,062
￥34,282 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Okura Kyoto
A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

13. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Location is accessible to trains and sightseeing."
United States
Olivia
The price is ￥20,203
￥24,445 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi
A modern hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk, and a sofa.

14. KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
4.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 3.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (422 reviews)
"The property was great. Friendly staff, great location and great amenities. I would stay there again."
United States
Aliaksei
The price is ￥21,542
￥23,696 total
Oct 29 - Oct 30
KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle
A multi-level atrium with a central floral display, seating areas, and retail spaces.

15. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,021 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, staff, room…"
United States
Jairo
The price is ￥29,981
￥33,467 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with white bedding, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

16. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 3.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (846 reviews)
"Perfect location, nice family room"
United States
Cristian
The price is ￥25,000
￥30,250 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hyatt Place Kyoto
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

HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 3.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (155 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, quiet, clean, and well appointed room. Hot springs, hot tubs were really nice, and relaxing. Breakfast was splendid as well."
United States
Mary
The price is ￥220,000
￥278,600 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
HOTEL THE MITSUI KYOTO, a Luxury Collection Hotel & Spa
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a staircase.

18. Park Hotel Kyoto

Park Hotel Kyoto
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (718 reviews)
"Great location, clean and modern, great pricing"
United States
jose
The price is ￥15,107
￥17,557 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Park Hotel Kyoto
A modern hotel room with tatami flooring, a bed, a sofa, and a large window with a bonsai tree.

19. nol kyoto sanjo

nol kyoto sanjo
3.5 star property
Karasuma, 4.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
Hong Kong SAR China
Hoi Ching
The price is ￥46,219
￥51,243 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
nol kyoto sanjo
A person in a pool with a stone wall and plants in the background.

20. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 4.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (262 reviews)
"Amazing stay and service here!!! Amy was great!"
United States
Akeem
The price is ￥215,000
￥271,975 total
Nov 14 - Nov 15
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
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Compare popular hotels close to Kinkaku-ji Temple

Property
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
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
14 reviews
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A corridor with tatami mats, wooden sliding doors, and a sign indicating a natural hot spring bath for gentlemen.
Kyoto Omuro Kadensho（Kyoritsu Resorts）
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
9 reviews
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A multi-story hotel with a pool and outdoor seating area.
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
72 reviews
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A multi-level atrium with a central floral display, seating areas, and retail spaces.
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
2,021 reviews
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A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, a sign reading "The Tenei Hotel," and a person in traditional attire entering.
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
110 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families near Kinkaku-ji Temple

A multi-level atrium with a central floral display, seating areas, and retail spaces.

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,021)
The price is ￥29,981
￥33,467 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

8/10 Good
"Great hotel with very friendly staff. Unfortunately not that close to tourist attractions. Highly recommend the hotel"
Fariba 3-night trip
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Kyoto Brighton Hotel

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A torii gate with cherry blossoms, a traditional Japanese building, and a clear blue sky.

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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 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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