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1. Shikikaboku

Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2.6 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"The staff here is outstanding! The room was cozy and romantic and the location was perfect!"
United States
Gabriel
The price is ₩654,192
₩719,611 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Shikikaboku
A bamboo grove with lanterns in a courtyard.

2. Dhawa Yura Kyoto

Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 3 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (814 reviews)
"Very well located hotel."
United Kingdom
Elaine
The price is ₩200,811
₩249,608 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
A person in a pool with a stone wall and plants in the background.

3. The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto

The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 2.9 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (262 reviews)
"Amazing stay and service here!!! Amy was great!"
United States
Akeem
The price is ₩1,886,664
₩2,386,630 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
A building with a sign reading "Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East" and a brick facade.

4. Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East

Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East
3.5 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2.8 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Steal of a deal for this spacious room. Hotel was spotless. Location was great as well."
Canada
INGRID
The price is ₩85,259
₩93,785 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."

5. Hotel Okura Kyoto

Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto, 3.1 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location - the staff were excellent! Would recommend."
Australia
June
The price is ₩268,002
₩324,282 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hotel Okura Kyoto
A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a framed artwork on the wall, and the hotel's name displayed on the wall.

6. Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi

Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi
2.0 star property
Gion, 3.1 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"A delightful place to stay! Friendly, helpful staff, relaxing lobby, very comfy beds, clean rooms, quiet location but close to the prettiest spots in Gion. A++++"
United States
Sally
The price is ₩113,975
₩125,373 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Rinn Kyoto Gion Shinbashi
A modern spa with a rectangular hot tub, a window, and a metal handrail.

7. Minn Gion

Minn Gion
4.0 star property
Gion, 3 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (541 reviews)
"Great accommodation."
Australia
Peter
The price is ₩206,877
₩227,565 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Minn Gion
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a desk.

8. Rinn Shirakawa South

Rinn Shirakawa South
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2.7 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Amazing Room, Staff & Amenities. I only wished for a microwave, but it seems uncommon for Japanese hotels, so I can't fault them at all. Highly recommend this hotel."
United States
August
The price is ₩171,309
₩188,440 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Rinn Shirakawa South
A traditional Japanese-style building with a wooden exterior and large windows, surrounded by a garden with a gravel path and lanterns.

9. The Westin Miyako Kyoto

The Westin Miyako Kyoto
5.0 star property
Okazaki, 2.3 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Lovely breakfast, wonderful Onsen, and easy walk to Gion district and sights (with shuttle access to metro and train station)."
United States
Christopher
The price is ₩551,354
₩700,046 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Westin Miyako Kyoto
A building with a prominent illuminated 'M' sign, wooden vertical elements, and recessed lighting.

10. M’s Hotel Sanjo Wakoku

M’s Hotel Sanjo Wakoku
3.0 star property
Sakyo Ward, 2.7 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (328 reviews)
"Close to Gion with easy access to metro lines. Very well organized room, given small space. Friendly staff"
United States
MURALI
The price is ₩50,223
₩55,245 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
M’s Hotel Sanjo Wakoku
A corridor with a wooden wall on one side and a metal wall on the other, leading to a hotel entrance with a sign.

11. Apartment Hotel 11 Gion

Apartment Hotel 11 Gion
3.0 star property
Gion, 3 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"We like this place very much So close to the hanami path and kamo river The roon is well cleaned and comfortable will come back here on our next visit of kyoto"
Japan
XIAOKE
The price is ₩206,242
₩226,866 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Apartment Hotel 11 Gion
A dining table with a view of a bamboo garden through a window.

12. Minn Gion Kamogawa

Minn Gion Kamogawa
3.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward, 2.9 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (113 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
United States
Yasmeen
The price is ₩125,380
₩137,918 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Minn Gion Kamogawa
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and two chairs.

13. Hiiragiya

Hiiragiya
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 3.5 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Our stay here was the highlight of a three week vacation in Japan. It is an unique, deep immersion into Japan culture and hospitality while still being comfortable for non-Japanese. The tranquility and quality of the environment, the accommodations, and the food were exceptional. The staff were friendly, helpful, and made us feel very welcome. They savored their role as guides into the culture and traditions that they offered. While it was a very traditional experience, the facilities...
United States
Robert
The price is ₩1,415,901
₩1,713,240 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hiiragiya
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a view of the city.

14. Imperial Hotel, Kyoto

Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
5.0 star property
Gion, 3.5 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Absolutely one of the best hotel!"
Canada
felix .fei
The price is ₩1,067,989
₩1,174,788 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Imperial Hotel, Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with tatami flooring, a large bed, a shoji screen, and a wooden ceiling.

15. Rinn Gion Hanatouro

Rinn Gion Hanatouro
2.0 star property
Komatsucho, 3.5 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and location perfect for exploring Gion district"
United Kingdom
Gillian
The price is ₩273,202
₩300,522 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Rinn Gion Hanatouro
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a showerhead, and a window providing natural light.

16. soyo-ka kyoto sanjo

soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 3.8 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great place, great location."
United States
Jeffery
The price is ₩450,341
₩495,375 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
A modern building with a dark facade, large windows, and a small tree in the foreground.

17. KIORI Hotel Takakura

KIORI Hotel Takakura
3.0 star property
Karasuma, 4.2 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay. Great location and very friendly staff. Would stay again."
Australia
Adam
The price is ₩115,097
₩126,607 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
KIORI Hotel Takakura
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a central table with a chair.

18. Aoi Hotel Kyoto

Aoi Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Karasuma, 3.8 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Beautiful room and really nice staff."
United States
Julie
The price is ₩319,909
₩387,090 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Aoi Hotel Kyoto
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and sliding shoji doors. There is a bed with white bedding, a small table, and a chair.

19. SOWAKA

SOWAKA
4.5 star property
Gion, 3.3 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (133 reviews)
"Great location with kind and helpful staff. Enjoyed the whiskey tasting at the bar!"
United States
Sophie
The price is ₩1,188,893
₩1,307,779 total
Dec 8 - Dec 9
SOWAKA
A traditional Japanese pagoda with multiple tiers, surrounded by blooming cherry blossoms.

20. The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu

The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
4.5 star property
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka, 3.7 km from Ginkaku-ji Temple
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (183 reviews)
"Words can’t explain how beautiful this hotel is and in the perfect location! The hotel is absolutely amazing and the views are unmatched. I’ve stayed at many great hotels but nothing compares to this one! Breakfast is fantastic and staff is so incredibly kind! Worth staying here when you come to Kyoto!!! Amazing!!!"
United States
Natalie
The price is ₩896,451
₩986,096 total
Dec 6 - Dec 7
The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
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Compare popular hotels close to Ginkaku-ji Temple

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Bathroom
Shikikaboku
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
28 reviews
View
A bamboo grove with lanterns in a courtyard.
Dhawa Yura Kyoto
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
814 reviews
View
A person in a pool with a stone wall and plants in the background.
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto
5.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
262 reviews
View
A building with a sign reading "Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East" and a brick facade.
Rinn Sanjo Ohashi East
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
8 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "Hotel Ohura."
Hotel Okura Kyoto
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View

Other attractions near Ginkaku-ji Temple

A traditional Japanese shrine with stone lanterns, a torii gate, and a staircase leading up to a shrine area.

Hachi Shrine

Hachi Shrine 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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Top Ginkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a signboard with Japanese text, and a small garden area.
Ayanishiki Gion

Ayanishiki Gion

Ayanishiki Gion
Gion

10/10 Excellent

Great location/ nice staff/ clean rooms
United States
Ciara
Reviewed October 26, 2026
Ayanishiki Gion

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Ginkaku-ji Temple is located in a culturally rich area of Kyoto known for its picturesque gardens and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 17 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Ginkaku-ji Temple?

Ryokan Yoshida-sanso is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this ryokan offers a restaurant and free parking. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Ginkaku-ji Temple. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Heian No Mori Kyoto and Hotel Okura Kyoto Okazaki Bettei.

How many hotels are there near Ginkaku-ji Temple?

Expedia has 17 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Ginkaku-ji Temple.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Ginkaku-ji Temple.

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

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

You'll want to browse the collections at Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto, and Sannenzaka Museum. Sights like Eikan-do Temple, Nanzen-ji Temple, and Heian Shrine are must-sees while exploring the area. You can check out the local talent at Gion Corner, Minamiza Theater, and Kyoto Concert Hall.

How can I get to Ginkaku-ji Temple?

With so many transportation options, seeing all of the area near Ginkaku-ji Temple is a breeze. Nearby metro stations include Matsugasaki Station and Kokusaikaikan Station. If you're taking a train into town, Chayama Station, Mototanaka Station, and Ichijoji Station are the closest train stations to Sakyo Ward.