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Our top choices for Kinkaku-ji Temple hotels

Townhome | Living area

Ryokan Tori

Ryokan Tori
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Not just a stay but an experience! The hosts took great care of us, very nice breakfast and a special mention goes to the tea ceremony which was very intimate and meaningful. Would highly recommend"
Italy
Freek de
The price is ฿8,094
฿8,903 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Ryokan Tori
Exterior

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, (62 reviews)
"We finished our honeymoon at this hotel, and it was truly an amazing experience. The staff was incredible and made our stay feel so special. We had a couples massage that felt like it shaved ten years off both therapists were fantastic. The thermal pool was beautiful and impeccably clean, making it the perfect place to relax. I would also highly recommend the chef’s table; it was a memorable dining experience."
United States
Jacob
The price is ฿19,910
฿27,331 total
7 May - 8 May
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Japanese Style Quadruple Room | Garden view

Tanoya

Tanoya
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 2.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"I loved how authentic the experience felt and looked, curated by such amazing and sweet souls. "
United States
Jeremy
The price is ฿7,027
฿8,747 total
11 May - 12 May
Tanoya
Restaurant

Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kefu Stay & Lounge
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Beautiful property, excellent staff and reccomendations for local tourism & businesses"
Canada
Jason
The price is ฿1,255
฿1,381 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Kefu Stay & Lounge
Koubai | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, deep-soaking bathtub, designer toiletries

OKU Kamishichiken

OKU Kamishichiken
3.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"The room was beautiful. Location was a bus ride from the nearest train station, but easy enough to navigate. "
Canada
Aimee
The price is ฿5,674
฿6,241 total
28 Apr - 29 Apr
OKU Kamishichiken
Flat-screen TV

Miun Kinkakuji

Miun Kinkakuji
4.0 star property
Nishijin, 0.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Clean and very nice!"
United States
Leonides
The price is ฿5,794
฿6,374 total
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Miun Kinkakuji
Exterior

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (301 reviews)
"Great value for a family stay!"
Canada
Judy
The price is ฿1,448
฿1,593 total
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
Lobby

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,727 reviews)
"This hotel has amazing large rooms with nice bathrooms and is near to some really great sights. "
United Kingdom
Hayden
The price is ฿3,677
฿4,045 total
8 May - 9 May
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
Exterior

Miro Hotel Imadegawa

Miro Hotel Imadegawa
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Easy access to buses, many walkable sites nearby, in room kitchen and laundry a plus."
United States
David
The price is ฿1,251
฿1,376 total
7 May - 8 May
Miro Hotel Imadegawa
Property grounds

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Lovely little ryokan, very traditional and homely. Traditional breakfast was tasty."
Australia
JASON
The price is ฿2,034
฿2,238 total
8 May - 9 May
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
Exterior

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, (6 reviews)
"The Starr are super friendly and very accommodating and attentive. When I come back, I’ll most likely stay here again."
United States
Robert
The price is ฿2,185
฿2,404 total
6 May - 7 May
HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only
Traditional House, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View | 2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

Konoha Yura Machiya House

Konoha Yura Machiya House
3.5 star property
Nishijin, 2.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Very nice property "
United States
Jesus
The price is ฿6,990
฿7,689 total
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Konoha Yura Machiya House
Exterior

Demizu Machiya

Demizu Machiya
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 2.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"車があれば最高です。"
Japan
???
The price is ฿6,173
฿7,469 total
6 May - 7 May
Demizu Machiya
Exterior

THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
3.5 star property
Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (89 reviews)
"A wonderful, quiet and beautiful place. Great staff! "
United States
Ewa
The price is ฿7,989
฿8,788 total
8 May - 9 May
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 3.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
Mexico
José
The price is ฿1,056
฿1,441 total
30 Apr - 1 May
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Bar (on property)

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kita Ward, 0.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"C’était trop bien. L’hôte est vraiment aux petits soins et attentionnée. Elle donne des conseils sur des endroits à visiter. Elle est également soucieuse de la bonne santé de ses hôtes. Elle est gentille et aimable. Si vous un petit moment, faites un tour dans son restaurant !"
France
Erwan
The price is ฿1,490
฿1,639 total
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
Mari Room - 2 Semi-double with bunk & sofa bed (Please see all policies and info before you book) | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds

RESI STAY Nishijin

RESI STAY Nishijin
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 1.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"Rooms were quite big compare to tokyo hotel. Property were clean & looks new too. Best thing is Super market,711,lawson stores just acrosss the Property as well as bus stops. "
Australia
Kartikkumar
The price is ฿1,854
฿3,709 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
RESI STAY Nishijin
Town House No.1, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Rinn Shiki Juraku

Rinn Shiki Juraku
3.5 star property
Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"This was a beautiful traditional property. It was spacious with excellent extra touches to make your stay feel even more comfortable and stress free. You are also offered a delicious desert at the end of your day which was delicious. "
United Kingdom
Vanessa
The price is ฿8,114
฿8,925 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Rinn Shiki Juraku
Japanese Style Townhouse - San-no-tsubone (Beds + Futons) | Down duvets, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 2.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"Great spot to stay at if you are driving all over Kyoto. They have their own parking spots. The place was really spacious and offered free bikes to use around town. They even have a washer and dryer. I’ll definitely come back!"
Canada
Milagros
The price is ฿5,181
฿6,269 total
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado
Interior

Guesthouse Goettingen

Guesthouse Goettingen
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Guesthouse Goettingen is a great budget-friendly stay for travelers looking to enjoy"
United States
Alex
The price is ฿1,864
฿2,050 total
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Guesthouse Goettingen
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare popular hotels close to Kinkaku-ji Temple

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Townhome | Living area
Ryokan Tori
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Exterior
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
5.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
62 reviews
View
Japanese Style Quadruple Room | Garden view
Tanoya
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
View
Restaurant
Kefu Stay & Lounge
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
147 reviews
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Koubai | Bathroom | Combined shower/bathtub, deep-soaking bathtub, designer toiletries
OKU Kamishichiken
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
36 reviews
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Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

LOISIR HOTEL CLASSIC GARDEN KYOTO SANJO

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, close to everything , helpful staff!"
Tricia Ann Marie 3-night trip
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Kitano Tenmangū

4.5/5 (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, take a look at the 89 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Kinkaku-ji Temple?
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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 Miro Hotel Imadegawa.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Kinkaku-ji Temple?
Expedia has 89 hotels and other accommodation options 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! Most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Kinkaku-ji Temple.
What can I see and do near Kinkaku-ji Temple?
Kyoto International Manga Museum, Samurai and Ninja Museum and Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel 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 Kamishichiken Kabukai, Kyoto Concert Hall and Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre.
How can I get to Kinkaku-ji Temple?
With so many choices for transport, exploring the area around Kinkaku-ji Temple is easy. Local metro stations include Kitaoji Station and Kitayama Station. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Kitano-Hakubaicho Station or Tojiin Station.