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A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table with a tea set, and a cushioned seating area by a sliding glass door leading to a garden.

A wooden interior with a stone bathtub, two wooden stools, and a shower area.

A modern interior with a wooden staircase, tatami flooring, and a view of a garden.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, two tatami mats, a low table, and a hanging rack.

1. Ryokan Tori

Nishijin, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Freek de

₩327,076

₩359,784 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and chairs.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sliding door, and a hanging light fixture.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, moss, rocks, and a small pond.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and wooden chairs.

2. Tanoya

Nishijin, 2.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jeremy

₩190,297

₩252,930 total

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A nighttime garden pathway leading to a traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring and a low table.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a TV, and a view of greenery outside.

A modern bathroom with a wooden floor, a sink with a marble countertop, and a framed painting on the wall.

A traditional Japanese house with a stone staircase leading to a wooden deck, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a large tree.

3. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

Nishijin, 0.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Annie Jie Yu

₩214,086

₩235,495 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a mirror.

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.

4. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Manish

₩158,637

₩174,501 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A modern spa area with a water feature, snow-covered plants, and a view of a hilly landscape.

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

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.

5. 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

₩786,727

₩1,087,664 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A traditional Japanese ryokan with tatami mat flooring, a wooden exterior, and a sliding door leading to a room with a futon bed.

A traditional Japanese house with a wooden exterior, a red awning, and a small garden area with a bamboo plant.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a futon bed, sliding doors leading to a garden, and a shoji screen.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

6. Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

Nishijin, 1.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Amy

₩65,463

₩72,009 total

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, surrounded by autumn foliage.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and white walls, surrounded by a garden with fallen autumn leaves.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and futon beds.

A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, and sink. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small seating area with a sofa and curtains.

7. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

Nishijin, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Camden

₩36,874

₩40,561 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a coffee machine.

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.

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

8. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jason

₩47,577

₩52,335 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, a reception desk, and a modern interior design.

A modern indoor pool with a wooden wall and a large window.

9. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Nakagyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Yuen Ling

₩56,135

₩61,752 total

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern room with wooden furniture, a grey sofa, and potted plants.

A wooden interior with a central staircase, wooden walls, and a bed in the background.

A modern interior with wooden flooring and a geometric design.

10. Hostel Sui Kyoto

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

₩65,389

₩71,928 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, a large vase with branches, and a pair of shoes on a low bench.

A narrow alleyway with wooden buildings, a stone pathway, and a potted plant.

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, a cushioned bench, and a television mounted on the wall.

A traditional Japanese building with tatami mat flooring and a wooden exterior.

11. Rinn Shiki Juraku

Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Anisha

₩285,632

₩314,192 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden entrance, a sign reading "The Tenei Hotel," and a person in traditional attire entering.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a tatami mat floor, a small table with a basket, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A person sitting on a tatami mat in a room with a traditional Japanese tea ceremony setup, including a tea bowl, a tea caddy, and a bamboo basket.

A hot spring area with a table and two glasses of champagne, surrounded by bamboo plants and illuminated candles.

12. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Blair

₩366,246

₩402,871 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A modern hallway with wooden flooring, a glass door on the left, and a dark wall on the right.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a large window with blinds.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, and built-in appliances.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a small table with a decorative item, and a view of neighboring buildings.

13. Guesthouse Goettingen

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Renae

₩54,949

₩60,444 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A traditional Japanese interior with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors leading to a kitchen area.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and shoji screens.

A bedroom with a bed, wooden flooring, and a traditional sliding door.

14. Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

Nishijin, 2.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Helen

₩217,981

₩263,757 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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.

15. OKU Kamishichiken

Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Aimee

₩280,025

₩308,027 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a cushion, a wooden chair, and a sliding door with a view of greenery outside.

A small wooden table with a white teapot and a green bottle on a balcony with woven mats.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with tea set, and shoji screens.

16. Higurashi-Sou

Kamigyo Ward, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jason

₩118,934

₩130,831 total

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a wooden door labeled "RESI STAY" and a sign for "Nishijin."

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a wooden door labeled "RESI STAY Nishijin," and a grill area in the background.

A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, a towel rack, and a shower area with vertical blinds.

17. RESI STAY Nishijin

Nishijin, 1.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Beverly Grace

₩66,046

₩149,405 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a small garden area visible through the door.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden door, potted plants, and a tiled roof.

A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave.

A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors, a potted plant, and a lantern.

18. Kokonoe Machiya

Nishijin, 2.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Midori

₩138,811

₩152,692 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A hotel room with three beds, a minibar, a TV, and a large window with blinds.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a seating area with stools, and a large window providing natural light.

A room with a door featuring a silhouette of a samurai holding a sword, an emergency exit sign, and a wall-mounted thermostat.

A modern hotel entrance with a vertical striped facade, a covered entrance area, and a visible parking garage.

19. HOTEL NINJA BLACK

3.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Brian

₩58,291

₩67,617 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A traditional Japanese building with a dark wooden gate and sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, a stone wall with greenery, and a small pond.

A narrow hallway with a wooden floor, a metal door on the left, and a window at the end.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a television on a wooden stand.

20. Demizu Machiya

Nishijin, 2.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

"古い建物なので、寝室への階段が急であったり、土間から居間へ上がる段差の高さなど、高齢の人には不向きかもしれないが、それに目を瞑れば、京都の街並みを楽しみながら風情を楽しめる立地と施設でした。駅まで遠いので駐車場があるのはありがたかったです。 2泊だったから良かったですが、長期で滞在するなら洗濯機が無いのは厳しい点かもしれません。コインランドリーも遠かったので、、、"

Yusaku

₩245,228

₩296,726 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

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Compare popular hotels close to Kinkaku-ji Temple

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ryokan Tori	10.0 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Tanoya	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Kyoto Brighton Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,987 reviews	View
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts	9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews	View

Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

8/10 Good

"We stayed for three nights and very satisfied with our stay and would recommend to others !We would come back to the Hotel if we visit Kyoto next time .Thank you so much !"

Ryokan Nenrinbo

10/10 Excellent

"The service is spectacular and accommodating. The view of the mountains is breathtaking and peaceful. I recommend their dinner service. Worth it!"

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

8/10 Good

"Beautiful hotel in a safe residential area, the rooms and the beds were comfortable, my only complaint is the breakfast was very poor in selection, 1 more day and I would of gone somewhere else to eat, for someone who travels 3 and plus days would expect some more variety."

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"Great experience! Will love to stay there again!"

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay, room was clean. Laundry and kitchen well provided. Overall"

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent service, beautiful room and location was close to all. Highly recommend for families or anyone traveling to Kyoto. Thank you Koko hotel"

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was excellent, great access to public transport and friendly English speaking staff. The bedroom was clean with a powerful water presure shower. highly recommend hotel in Kyoto."

Ryokan Yamazaki

8/10 Good

"Only stayed one night but hospitality was great and so was our room"

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

8/10 Good

"The room was small but neat. Amenities downstairs were good. Staff was courteous."

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9.0/10 (2 reviews)

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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 79 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 OKU Kamishichiken and Kefu Stay & Lounge.

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

Expedia has 79 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 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 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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Our top choices for Kinkaku-ji Temple hotels

1. Ryokan Tori

2. Tanoya

3. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

4. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

5. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

6. Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

7. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

8. Kefu Stay & Lounge

9. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

10. Hostel Sui Kyoto

11. Rinn Shiki Juraku

12. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

13. Guesthouse Goettingen

14. Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

15. OKU Kamishichiken

16. Higurashi-Sou

17. RESI STAY Nishijin

18. Kokonoe Machiya

19. HOTEL NINJA BLACK

20. Demizu Machiya

Compare popular hotels close to Kinkaku-ji Temple

Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

Ryokan Nenrinbo

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Ryokan Yamazaki

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

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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