Budget Hostels from S$42

You may like the nightly rates at this top accommodation option in the surrounding area, which has good reviews from our travellers: Hotel Gracery Shinjuku - 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from the heart of Kawagoe. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Iriya Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a lift at this hotel.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 25°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 6°C. The rainiest months in Kawagoe are September, October, July and June, with each month seeing an average of 210 mm of rainfall.

Generally, Kawagoe is known for its historical sites, museums and sightseeing. Major attractions include Saitama Super Arena, Yokota Air Base and Ghibli Museum. Get out into nature with places such as Kenei Sayamainariyama Park, Saitama Sports Center and Omiya Park. Cultural attractions include Kawagoe City Museum, Kawagoe Matsuri Kaikan and Yamazaki Art Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Kawagoe on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Tokyo (HND-Haneda), located 30.5 mi (49 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Tokyo (NRT-Narita Intl.), located 51.7 mi (83.2 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you may want to use public transport during your trip. Train stations including Kawagoeshi station and Kawagoe Train Station make it easy to explore more of the surrounding area.