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Tanoya

Tanoya
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 2.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"I loved how authentic the experience felt and looked, curated by such amazing and sweet souls. "
United States
Jeremy
The price is S$252
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Tanoya

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 reviews)
"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 S$81
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

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 reviews)
" Best hotel in the area, cleanest, nicest staff and services, will come back again "
United States
Cathy
The price is S$905
20 Jan - 21 Jan
ROKU KYOTO, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kefu Stay & Lounge
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (136 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay!"
United States
Patrick
Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,620 reviews)
"A fantastic hotel. Great rooms, attentive staff and lovely breakfast. "
United Kingdom
Clare
The price is S$137
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Kyoto Brighton Hotel

OKU Kamishichiken

OKU Kamishichiken
3.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Private onsen, private bath tub"
United States
Genevieve
The price is S$305
27 Jan - 28 Jan
OKU Kamishichiken

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, (273 reviews)
"Another good stay. Good basic and clean accommodation, being winter I did find it rather cold this time and could have done with another or thicker duvet but the accommodation itself lacks nothing, well positioned in a nice suburban area of Kyoto close to transport, and it's own shrines and onsens."
Japan
Elizabeth
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto

HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only
2.5 star property
Kita Ward, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"The Starr are super friendly and very accommodating and attentive. When I come back, I’ll most likely stay here again."
United States
Robert
The price is S$95
10 Feb - 11 Feb
HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

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, (81 reviews)
"exceptional room design and service. elegant and sophisticated. could not recommend more."
United States
john
THE JUNEI HOTEL Kyoto Imperial Palace West

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 reviews)
"Very nice property "
United States
Jesus
The price is S$249
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Konoha Yura Machiya House

Guesthouse Goettingen

Guesthouse Goettingen
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"We find the place accessible to most tourist spots. "
Canada
Mary Grace
The price is S$68
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Guesthouse Goettingen

Miun Kinkakuji

Miun Kinkakuji
4.0 star property
Nishijin, 0.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"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 S$293
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Miun Kinkakuji

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Lovely little ryokan, very traditional and homely. Traditional breakfast was tasty."
Australia
JASON
The price is S$67
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Rinn Shiki Juraku

Rinn Shiki Juraku
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at Rinn Shiki Juraku. The rooms were clean and very beautifully decorated. The breakfast was delicious and a great way to start the day. The staff was friendly and accommodating, particularly Riku who helped us fix a malfunctioning AC unit in our room. Overall it was an incredibly lovely experience and we would definitely come back."
United States
ryan
Rinn Shiki Juraku

Resi Stay Nishijin

Resi Stay Nishijin
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 1.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (44 reviews)
"The check in was easy and the reception staff was helpful and accommodating they even provided a shuttle for us and our luggage to the hotel as it is in a different location. They will even hold your luggage if check in is not ready. Hotel room was nice and clean and a bus stop was right outside. Highly recommend!!! "
United States
Manuel
The price is S$135
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Resi Stay Nishijin

Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 2.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Great stay "
Australia
Helen
The price is S$242
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

Higurashi-Sou

Higurashi-Sou
2.5 star property
Kamigyo Ward, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"I really liked, you felt like home, and it’s so quite, you feel like a local, I wanna come back again "
Mexico
santiago
The price is S$113
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Higurashi-Sou

Kyogura Bettei Nijo

Kyogura Bettei Nijo
3.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 3.1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Really enjoyed my stay here. It’s quiet but also a very private space that doesn’t give a hotel feel. It’s clean, and has everything you need. "
Canada
Ashley
Kyogura Bettei Nijo

Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto

Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto
3.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 3.1 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Very beautiful place in a quiet area. "
United States
Nutthakarn
Holiday home Nijo Sikibu An Kyoto

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kita Ward, 0.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"C’était trop bien. L’hôte est vraiment aux petits soins et attentionnée. Elle donne des conseils sur des endroits à visiter. Elle est également soucieuse de la bonne santé de ses hôtes. Elle est gentille et aimable. Si vous un petit moment, faites un tour dans son restaurant !"
France
Erwan
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
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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. Another good option is Kefu Stay & Lounge, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.
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 Kyoto Concert Hall, GEAR - Art Complex 1928 and Kyoto MINAMIZA Theatre.
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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