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

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

1. OKU Kamishichiken

Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Aimee

￥34,387

￥37,826 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

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

2. 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

￥90,200

￥124,703 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

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

3. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Robert

￥15,212

￥16,900 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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 neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, a bedside lamp, and a window with curtains.

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

4. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jason

￥5,510

￥6,080 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

A modern hallway with a long wooden bench, stone walls, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

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.

5. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

julie

￥7,200

￥7,920 total

Aug 21 - Aug 22

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

A brick building entrance with a dark door labeled "LIBRARY".

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

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

6. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Karasuma, 4.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Alina

￥6,525

￥8,468 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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

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.

7. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Joanna

￥31,250

￥37,812 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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

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.

A dining table with plates of food, a cup, a glass, and a salt shaker.

8. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Luis Alberto

￥19,274

￥22,002 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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 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

Roman

￥17,407

￥19,363 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

A modern interior with a seating area, a wooden floor, and a view through large windows.

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

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

10. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

Karasuma, 4.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Kurtis

￥9,513

￥10,582 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern hotel with a traditional facade, large glass entrance, and potted plants outside.

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, lounge chairs, and string lights against a backdrop of mountains.

A modern outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, lounge chairs, and ambient string lights.

A bakery with wooden beams, a central display table, and shelves of baked goods.

11. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Gion, 6.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

JIAYING

￥10,678

￥11,746 total

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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 spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large columns, and a central seating area.

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 4.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Artem

￥16,227

￥19,635 total

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, seating area with a bench, and large windows providing natural light.

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

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

13. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

Karasuma, 4.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Ava

￥17,496

￥19,263 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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.

A modern building entrance with a glass door, a concrete planter, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

14. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

Karasuma, 4.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

JAKE

￥8,000

￥8,909 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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.

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

15. KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Nakagyo Ward, 3.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Tony

￥9,113

￥10,114 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

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

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and pendant lighting.

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

16. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

Downtown Kyoto, 3.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jonathan

￥5,668

￥5,668 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

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

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

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.

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

Downtown Kyoto, 3.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Stephen or Michele

￥110,000

￥139,150 total

Aug 21 - Aug 22

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

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

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.

18. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Downtown Kyoto, 3.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Raffi

￥9,962

￥12,454 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple seating areas, and a restaurant.

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table.

A spacious atrium with a green table displaying items, surrounded by large floral arrangements and a red umbrella.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a thatched roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.

19. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Luc

￥15,279

￥17,098 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

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

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and a desk.

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.

20. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Karasuma, 4.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Damian

￥9,617

￥11,637 total

Aug 21 - Aug 22

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Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"It was right off a main street"

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Great, cozy hotel for families. Decent space for a family of 4-5 and close to major attractions. Only thing we didn't like is that the smoking area was right in front of the elevators. It would have been nice if they had a different designated area."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"This was the best rate of cost to quality I have seen in Kyoto. I will definitely stay there again."

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great location staff helpful and kind"

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel with private onsen. Great location for getting around."

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We were only in Kyoto for two nights, but found the Brighton to be centrally located to the areas we wanted to explore. Cabs were always available for hire at the from entrance. Rooms were large and clean, with amenities such as pajamas and toiletries included. Large soaking tub made for a relaxing end to a long day of walking. Mineral salts for bath were provided, which were a nice touch. You cant beat the price for this level of luxury. We did not take advantage of any of the restaurants in the hotel, but they do have a breakfast buffet available for a cost. Overall, would definitely return to this property."

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

8/10 Good

"The Agora place is a no frills but relaxed hotel. There are amenities on the ground floor that are all you need. The room was a reasonable size and very clean. The staff were helpful and friendly. There is a large supermarket very close. The hotel is close to the Nijo castle and Imperial palace and an easy walk to bus stops and metro station with direct access to Kyoto station. My room was quiet but the hotel is situated on a busy noisy road."

Kyoto Garden Palace

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and was kept up every day during our stay. The location was convenient for the subway and bus."

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

10/10 Excellent

"80代母と50代娘二人で泊まりました。部屋はとても綺麗でした。ベッドマットも硬めでいい感じでした。朝ごはんビュッフェがどれも美味しい！さらに、スタッフの方々が細かに目を配り、お声かけしてくださったので、何も困ることなく、大満足でした。おかげさまで良い旅行になりました。ありがとうございました。"

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Kitano Tenmangū

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

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Kyoto Museum for World Peace

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Jobonrendaiji Temple

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Funaokayama Park is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Toji-in Temple

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Kamishichiken Saihoni Temple

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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 93 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. Another good option is Kefu Stay & Lounge, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

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

Expedia has 93 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 National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto 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 Kamishichiken Kabukai, Kyoto Concert Hall, and GEAR - Art Complex 1928.

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. OKU Kamishichiken

2. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

3. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

4. Kefu Stay & Lounge

5. Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

6. Hotel Monterey Kyoto

7. Ace Hotel Kyoto

8. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

9. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

10. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shinmachi Bettei

11. Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

12. Hotel Okura Kyoto

13. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

14. Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo-Karasuma

15. KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

16. hotel MONday Kyoto Marutamachi

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

18. Hyatt Place Kyoto

19. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

20. Hotel Intergate Kyoto Shijo Shinmachi

Compare popular hotels close to Kinkaku-ji Temple

Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Kyoto Garden Palace

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

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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