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Our top choices for Kinkaku-ji Temple hotels

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
5.0 star property
Kita Ward, 1.1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (58)
" Best hotel in the area, cleanest, nicest staff and services, will come back again "
United States
Cathy
The price is RM2,331
RM3,009 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Lobby
Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1610)
"A fantastic hotel. Great rooms, attentive staff and lovely breakfast. "
United Kingdom
Clare
The price is RM501
RM551 total
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Kyoto Brighton Hotel
20 bedrooms, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

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, (79)
"Staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. Nice location away from the hustle bustle. "
Australia
Daniela
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West
Front of property
Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kefu Stay & Lounge
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (136)
"Lovely place to stay!"
United States
Patrick
The price is RM147
RM162 total
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Kefu Stay & Lounge
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

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, (269)
"Will recommend"
Australia
Darwin
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
Exterior
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
4.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (257)
"Very good hotel in Kyoto. Easy walk to train station. "
United States
Terrell
The price is RM218
RM240 total
5 Jan - 6 Jan
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
Front of property – evening/night
Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium
3.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (669)
"Staff was great, great breakfast, great room"
Canada
Rosemary
The price is RM204
RM225 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium
Desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

Kyoto Uraraka Guest House
3.0 star property
Kamigyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (417)
"Clean, helpful staff, enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Manomita
The price is RM135
RM148 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Kyoto Uraraka Guest House
Public bath
Ryokan Nenrinbo

Ryokan Nenrinbo

Ryokan Nenrinbo
3.5 star property
Kita Ward, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (112)
"Very friendly staff!"
Canada
Marvin
The price is RM470
RM517 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Ryokan Nenrinbo
In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Nijo Seasons

Stay SAKURA Kyoto Nijo Seasons

Stay SAKURA Kyoto Nijo Seasons
3.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 2.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (93)
"Very nice rooms. Has everything you need for your stay and the staff are super helpful with anything you need."
United States
Jason
Stay SAKURA Kyoto Nijo Seasons
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Ryokan Yamazaki

Ryokan Yamazaki

Ryokan Yamazaki
3.0 star property
Ukyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (624)
"clean, roomy and comfortable"
Canada
brian
The price is RM322
RM354 total
9 Jan - 10 Jan
Ryokan Yamazaki
Exterior
HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Nijojo Nishi

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Nijojo Nishi

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Nijojo Nishi
2.5 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 2.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
7.8 out of 10, Good, (159)
"Good"
United States
Esdgar
The price is RM91
RM100 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan
HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Nijojo Nishi
Interior
Capsule Hotel CONTINUE Njojo-Kita

Capsule Hotel CONTINUE Njojo-Kita

Capsule Hotel CONTINUE Njojo-Kita
2.0 star property
Kamigyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
7.8 out of 10, Good, (85)
"Clean rooms and decent enough location"
Canada
Richard
The price is RM63
RM126 total
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Capsule Hotel CONTINUE Njojo-Kita
Reception
HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Nijojo-kita

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Nijojo-kita

HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Nijojo-kita
2.5 star property
Kamigyo Ward, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
7.8 out of 10, Good, (148)
"The room was pretty tiny but for the price I enjoyed it immensely. The amenities were great and the area around had so much to do. "
United States
Evan
The price is RM116
RM128 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan
HOTEL LiVEMAX Kyoto Nijojo-kita
Bathroom
Ryokan Tori

Ryokan Tori

Ryokan Tori
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"What an amazing experience all around! Excellent host and the breakfast was first class. Good area too."
United States
Ebetuel
The price is RM1,034
RM1,137 total
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Ryokan Tori
Garden view
Tanoya

Tanoya

Tanoya
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 2.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"I loved how authentic the experience felt and looked, curated by such amazing and sweet souls. "
United States
Jeremy
The price is RM658
RM853 total
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Tanoya
Front of property
Miun Kinkakuji

Miun Kinkakuji

Miun Kinkakuji
4.0 star property
Nishijin, 0.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"It was very special experience to stay at Japanese traditonal house with my family. It was a little bit far from the main sightseeing site but we were ok because we had a car. Kinkakuji was especially awesome."
South Korea
SEUNGMIN
The price is RM736
RM810 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Miun Kinkakuji
In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"Lovely 100-year old house repurposed as guest house. Modern additions such as air con and shower room added around original building with wooden sliding doors and futon beds. Lovely, helpful owners met us and showed us everything - thank you!"
United Kingdom
Timothy
The price is RM258
RM284 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Konoha Yura Machiya House

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, (16)
"Very nice property "
United States
Jesus
The price is RM719
RM791 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
Konoha Yura Machiya House
Living area
Guesthouse Goettingen

Guesthouse Goettingen

Guesthouse Goettingen
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31)
"We find the place accessible to most tourist spots. "
Canada
Mary Grace
The price is RM211
RM233 total
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Guesthouse Goettingen
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Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"clean, outstanding onsen (6 separate baths + steam sauna), convenient location for transportation and shopping, many dining options nearby, breakfast buffet was expansive "
Judith Prochaska 3-night trip
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Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs

Hotels near other Kinkaku-ji Temple attractions

Kitano Tenmangū

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. Visit the temples and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.
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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 a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Kinkaku-ji Temple. Other good options within a short distance include HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only and OKU Kamishichiken.
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, Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum and National Museum of Modern Art, Kyoto feature captivating exhibits. Hirano Shrine, Kitano Tenmangū and Ryoan-ji Temple 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 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.

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