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

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

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

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, and a small window.

1. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

Nishijin, 0.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Annie Jie Yu

₩170,663

₩187,729 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

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

2. Tanoya

Nishijin, 2.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jeremy

₩221,060

₩286,589 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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

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

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.

3. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Manish

₩151,997

₩167,197 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

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

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.

4. 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

₩783,344

₩1,082,985 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden doors with vertical slats, and a small lantern on the ground.

A wooden bench with a potted plant beside it, a wooden door, and a view into a room with a bed and a nightstand.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding door with a view of a garden.

5. Miun Kinkakuji

Nishijin, 0.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

SEUNGMIN

₩247,378

₩272,116 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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.

6. Ryokan Tori

Nishijin, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Freek de

₩390,803

₩429,883 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, and a round window with a view of autumn foliage.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone pathway, a rock garden, and a wooden structure.

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

7. Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Kita Ward, 0.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Erwan

₩53,439

₩62,752 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A traditional Japanese interior with sliding doors, a wooden staircase, and a kitchen area.

A garden with a bamboo gate, stone pathway, and various plants.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a wooden ceiling.

8. Retreat Kamikashiwano

Nishijin, 0.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Zane

₩149,428

₩164,371 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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 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 dark facade, a lantern, and a sliding door.

9. OKU Kamishichiken

Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Aimee

₩298,864

₩328,750 total

Aug 28 - Aug 29

A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.

A room with a wooden table, a sofa, and a large window with a red umbrella outside.

A tatami mat room with a low table and two cushions.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a sliding door with a view of bamboo, and a hanging scroll.

10. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Nakagyo Ward, 3.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

José

₩38,627

₩53,687 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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

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.

A traditional Japanese building with a multi-tiered roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm body of water.

11. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jason

₩47,373

₩52,110 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

A compact hotel room with a dining table, chairs, a small kitchen area, and a traditional Japanese artwork on the wall.

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

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.

12. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

Nishijin, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Camden

₩35,556

₩39,111 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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

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

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

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

13. Rinn Shiki Juraku

Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Anisha

₩288,833

₩317,716 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden walkway, stone lanterns, and a small pond.

A traditional Japanese entrance with a wooden door, a sign with Japanese characters, and bicycles parked outside.

A traditional Japanese garden with stone lanterns, a stone bridge, and lush greenery.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a view of greenery outside.

14. Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

JASON

₩71,055

₩78,161 total

Sep 11 - Sep 12

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

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 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 hot tub with a waterfall feature, surrounded by candles and a window with blinds.

15. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Blair

₩355,786

₩391,365 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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 unique geometric design.

16. Hostel Sui Kyoto

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

₩65,158

₩71,674 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

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

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

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

17. Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

Nishijin, 2.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Helen

₩217,043

₩262,621 total

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

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

An elevator with a sign indicating the direction to the elevator.

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

18. RESI STAY Nishijin

Nishijin, 1.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Beverly Grace

₩65,761

₩143,603 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a central seating area.

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

19. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Nakagyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Tomoko

₩59,732

₩65,705 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

The exterior of Sakura Hotel with a prominent neon sign, a brick facade, and a clear blue sky in the background.

A bathtub with a control panel, a handheld showerhead, and a wall-mounted faucet.

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

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

20. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Robert

₩127,109

₩139,820 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Kinkaku-ji Temple

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Tanoya	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Kyoto Brighton Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 1,989 reviews	View
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts	9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews	View
Ryokan Tori	10.0 Exceptional 17 reviews	View

Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent

"The best hotel ever! The Hot Spring is amazing and clean. Everything about the hotel is great I would highly recommend it!"

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean modern hotel, good location, near Nishi market, subway and lots of shops nearby but it was located in a quiet side street so it was nice. Very kind and helpful staff"

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

10/10 Excellent

"It is a bit of a walk from the train however that is the only downfall it was totally worth it though! When checking in they told us they were going to upgrade us to the best room the hotel had because it became available and oh boy were we surprised! It was so kind to do for no reason at all and the room made the trip for us it was extremely beautiful and cultural it made our trip so much better! We will 100% be back and staying there again!! This is a must book spot!"

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful experience with polite and professional staff"

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

8/10 Good

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

Ryokan Yamazaki

10/10 Excellent

"My son and I really enjoyed our stay at Ryokan Yamazaki, the staff were incredibly kind and helpful from checking us in, to making sure we ate and helping to order us cabs. We loved staying at a traditional style Japanese home, and the location was up in the north west area of Kyoto away from the crowds and tourists which we appreciated, and the beauty of the mountains and neighborhoods. I recommend this place to anyone who wants to experience a traditional Japanese stay."

RESI STAY Nishijin

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location. Very clean place with everything you need. Fantastic costumer service and great shuttle to the apartment. Great for families with teens!"

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Kitano Tenmangū

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

This shrine was created in 947 to mollify a furious spirit. Now, students and tourists gather to soak in the ambience of its traditional architecture and gardens.

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Kyoto Museum for World Peace

You can study the exhibits at Kyoto Museum for World Peace, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Kyoto. Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Jobonrendaiji Temple

Jobonrendaiji Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

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Funaokayama Park

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

Toji-in Temple is just one of the places to see in Kyoto, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Kamishichiken Saihoni Temple

You can learn about the history of Kyoto with a trip to Kamishichiken Saihoni Temple. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.

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Kamishichiken Kabukai

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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. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

2. Tanoya

3. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

4. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

5. Miun Kinkakuji

6. Ryokan Tori

7. Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

8. Retreat Kamikashiwano

9. OKU Kamishichiken

10. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

11. Kefu Stay & Lounge

12. Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

13. Rinn Shiki Juraku

14. Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

15. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

16. Hostel Sui Kyoto

17. Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

18. RESI STAY Nishijin

19. La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

20. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

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Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Oakwood Hotel Oike Kyoto

KOKO HOTEL Residence Kyoto Nijo Castle

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Ryokan Yamazaki

RESI STAY Nishijin

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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