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

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

1. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

Nishijin, 0.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Annie Jie Yu

SAR 580

SAR 638 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A modern indoor space with a round table, two chairs, and a view of a garden through a glass wall.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a bed, and a mirror reflecting the room.

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

2. 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

SAR 2,347

SAR 3,222 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor seating area with two wooden chairs and a table.

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.

3. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Manish

SAR 651

SAR 725 total

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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.

4. Hostel Sui Kyoto

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

SAR 223

SAR 247 total

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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.

5. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Bernadette

SAR 1,031

SAR 1,134 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

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 central island, and built-in appliances.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom, and a small table with toiletries.

6. Guesthouse Goettingen

Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Alex

SAR 379

SAR 416 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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 building with a dark facade, a lantern, and a sliding door.

A traditional Japanese setting with a tatami mat table, a sake set, a stone lantern, and a large stone hot spring bath.

7. OKU Kamishichiken

Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Julian

SAR 796

SAR 876 total

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A modern building with a wooden balcony, a bicycle parking area, and a sign indicating a stay & lounge facility.

8. Kefu Stay & Lounge

Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jason

SAR 149

SAR 164 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

Two single beds with white linens, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A wooden staircase with floral wallpaper on both sides, leading to a landing with a light fixture above.

A dining area with a table set for four, including bowls, plates, and a coffee mug. There is a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall above the table.

A compact kitchenette with a sink, a small refrigerator, and a shelf with dishes.

9. Kyogura Bettei Nijo

Nakagyo Ward, 3.1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Ashley

SAR 334

SAR 369 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

A hotel with a prominent sign, large windows, and a brick facade.

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

10. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jose

SAR 385

SAR 427 total

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

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.

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

11. RESI STAY Nishijin

Nishijin, 1.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Beverly Grace

SAR 303

SAR 544 total

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

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

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

12. Miun Kinkakuji

Nishijin, 0.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

SEUNGMIN

SAR 673

SAR 741 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

A modern reception area with a central desk, seating, and a view of the outside.

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

13. HOTEL NINJA BLACK

3.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Brian

SAR 380

SAR 437 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A room with tatami flooring, a circular window offering a view of a garden with rocks and trees.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a green sofa, and a sliding door leading to a garden.

A hotel room with a bed, a small table with chairs, a refrigerator, and a window with a view.

A traditional Japanese garden with a koi pond, stone lanterns, and various plants.

14. Yadoya Nishijinso

Nishijin, 2.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Johan

SAR 562

SAR 619 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a microwave, and a television.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a digital clock, and a bulletin board.

A multi-story brick building with balconies, a covered entrance, and visible signage.

15. Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

Kamigyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Renae

SAR 169

SAR 188 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and a glass partition separating the bathroom from the bedroom.

A room with tatami mats, a television, cabinets, and a sliding door.

A modern two-story house with a covered patio area.

A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a round wooden table with two chairs, a small vase with flowers, and a large mirror above a shelf.

16. Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西

Nishijin, 3.1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

urijah

SAR 327

SAR 362 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A traditional Japanese interior with sliding doors, a wooden floor, and a view of a garden with a tree and rocks.

A traditional Japanese building with a garden featuring rocks, trees, and a stone lantern.

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

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a bridge, and various plants.

17. Ryokan Yamazaki

Ukyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Cathy

SAR 279

SAR 310 total

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a futon bed.

A narrow hallway with a wooden floor leading to a room with shelves and a bicycle.

A hostel with a tiled exterior, a bicycle parked outside, and a sign indicating it is a hostel.

A wooden interior with bunk beds, a bench, and a hanging light fixture.

18. Hostel Otro Mundo

Nishijin, 2.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Jeffrey

SAR 143

SAR 157 total

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern hotel hallway with dark wood paneling, a carpeted floor, and doors with room numbers.

A reception desk with a black counter, a clock, and a sign indicating Wi-Fi availability.

An elevator with emergency instructions and a fire extinguisher.

A modern dining area with white chairs and tables, a kitchen in the background, and a view through large windows.

19. Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

Nakagyo Ward, 2.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Cade

SAR 221

SAR 245 total

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A traditional building with a black gate, a small sign, and a mailbox.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a TV on a stand.

A room with tatami flooring, a tatami mat table, a television, a wardrobe, and a staircase.

A tatami mat room with a low table, a shoji screen, and a traditional Japanese lantern.

20. Trad Guest House Kyoto

Nishijin, 2.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple

Carlos

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Compare popular hotels close to Kinkaku-ji Temple

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts	9.8 Exceptional 71 reviews	View
Kyoto Brighton Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 2,007 reviews	View
Hostel Sui Kyoto	9.6 Exceptional 28 reviews	View
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West	9.6 Exceptional 106 reviews	View

Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

8/10 Good

"Location is not the best for sightseeing traveller unless you are ok taking lot of taxis (which is not too expensive in kyoto)"

The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

10/10 Excellent

"Honestly could not recommend this hotel enough. The room was spacious enough for my boyfriend and I, and our suitcases. You’re not spending too much time in your room anyway (hopefully). They had comfortable pajamas, plenty of amenities if needed. A coffee station that also had delicious matcha. I also really appreciated I was able to log in to my Netflix account and watch some of my favorite shows while visiting. It was literally across the street from a major station so running around town was super easy. I can’t wait to have another amazing stay when I come back."

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

8/10 Good

"Helpful staff. Walkable. I wish they can provide 2 pillows instead of one only for health reasons."

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

10/10 Excellent

"Very cozy and accommodating! Would definitely stay again!"

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

10/10 Excellent

"My son and I stayed at Ben's Guesthouse for four nights in September 2026. Our room was clean and plenty spacious. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom was clean and totally functional, nice shower/bath. The air conditioning was comfortable and reliable. There is a strict no-shoes policy which is enforced by placing your footwear in designated slots before you enter beyond the office area. It's easy to adjust to this policy, and it translates into very clean floors throughout. Ben's is in a quiet and clean neighborhood, and particularly quiet at night, as all the stores on that particular street close early. There is still plenty going on at all hours within walking distance. We felt really lucky to have discovered Ben's Guesthouse. If I ever return to Kyoto, that's where I'll stay, beyond a doubt."

OKU Kamishichiken

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place to stay in an area of Kyoto that’s close to a few large, beautiful shrines. Really great room complemented by a wonderful, helpful staff. Would love to stay here again!"

Ryokan Tori

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful experience. We experienced a lovely tea ceremony. The hostess was very familiar with the area. Would recommend this place to anyone who wants an authentic Kyoto experience"

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel close to Nijo station and Castle. The staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and spacious. Close to grocery store and a few restaurants. Laundry amenities handy to have available."

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."

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A torii gate with cherry blossoms, a traditional Japanese building, and a clear blue sky.

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Kitano Tenmangū

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kyoto when you spend time at Kitano Tenmangū. Visit the shops and temples in this family-friendly area.

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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

Get tickets for a show at Kamishichiken Kabukai, a storied theater in Kyoto. Check out 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, check out the 76 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 Kefu Stay & Lounge and OKU Kamishichiken.

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

Expedia has 76 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 Samurai and Ninja 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. Hananobou Kinkakuji-michi

2. ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

3. Kyoto Brighton Hotel

4. Hostel Sui Kyoto

5. THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

6. Guesthouse Goettingen

7. OKU Kamishichiken

8. Kefu Stay & Lounge

9. Kyogura Bettei Nijo

10. HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

11. RESI STAY Nishijin

12. Miun Kinkakuji

13. HOTEL NINJA BLACK

14. Yadoya Nishijinso

15. Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

16. Forest Guardian Hotel 京都御所西

17. Ryokan Yamazaki

18. Hostel Otro Mundo

19. Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

20. Trad Guest House Kyoto

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Top Kinkaku-ji Temple Hotel Reviews

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

The Royal Park Canvas Kyoto Nijo

Agora Place Kyoto Nijo

Hotel Excellence Enmachi Ekimae

Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

OKU Kamishichiken

Ryokan Tori

Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

La'gent Hotel 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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