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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$98
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin

Kefu Stay & Lounge

Kefu Stay & Lounge
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (139 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay!"
United States
Patrick
Kefu Stay & Lounge

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$332
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Tanoya

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, (278 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

OKU Kamishichiken

OKU Kamishichiken
3.5 star property
Nishijin, 1.3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Private onsen, private bath tub"
United States
Genevieve
OKU Kamishichiken

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$100
13 Mar - 14 Mar
HOTEL LEGEND PLUS - Adults Only

Guesthouse Goettingen

Guesthouse Goettingen
2.5 star property
Nishijin, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Quiet and peaceful location "
United States
Jackie
The price is S$73
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Guesthouse Goettingen

Demizu Machiya

Demizu Machiya
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 2.6 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"車があれば最高です。"
Japan
???
The price is S$297
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Demizu Machiya

Kyoto Brighton Hotel

Kyoto Brighton Hotel
4.5 star property
Nishijin, 3 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,644 reviews)
"The hotel was beautiful- good size room, great service, comfortable beds and the added bonus of shuttle bus was also great!"
Australia
Rachel
The price is S$136
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Kyoto Brighton Hotel

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$305
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Heian Kyu Dairi No Yado

Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 3.2 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60 reviews)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
Mexico
José
Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Rinn Shiki Juraku

Rinn Shiki Juraku
3.5 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

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
The price is S$64
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

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 reviews)
"Very friendly staff!"
Canada
Marvin
The price is S$146
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Ryokan Nenrinbo

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo
4.0 star property
Nakagyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (275 reviews)
"Great hotel, great room, extremely clean and convenient location "
United States
Shalamar
The price is S$58
1 Mar - 2 Mar
La'gent Hotel Kyoto Nijo

Yadoya Nishijinso

Yadoya Nishijinso
3.0 star property
Nishijin, 2.4 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (38 reviews)
"The room was thoughtfully designed and the property is beautiful. If you happen to forget any toiletries, there are plenty provided. The owner was very kind and he provided precise recommendations for transit. He also provided us with a map of Kyoto as well as a general guidebook for tourists. I absolutely recommended this location for your next stay in Kyoto. "
United States
Victoria
The price is S$328
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Yadoya Nishijinso

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, (418 reviews)
"Clean, helpful staff, enjoyed our stay."
Australia
Manomita
The price is S$51
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Kyoto Uraraka Guest House

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, (685 reviews)
"Staff was great, great breakfast, great room"
Canada
Rosemary
The price is S$91
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Urban Hotel Kyoto Nijo Premium

Ryokan Yamazaki

Ryokan Yamazaki
3.0 star property
Ukyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (632 reviews)
"Very clean room including the bathroom and shower considering it is shared. The staff was very nice and accommodating towards us even as foreigners. Staying at a ryokan is a bit of a culture shock but after the first night it you warm up to it and get a great experience. Food was also delicious."
United States
Jordan
The price is S$101
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Ryokan Yamazaki

Nijo-Ouan

Nijo-Ouan
2.0 star property
Kamigyo Ward, 2.9 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Wonderful stay if you are looking for a more vintage vibe. Clean and comfortable property with the Nijo Castle in close proximity! "
United States
Riley
The price is S$186
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Nijo-Ouan
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Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
In-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Guesthouse Hana Nishijin
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
18 reviews
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Restaurant
Kefu Stay & Lounge
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
139 reviews
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Garden view
Tanoya
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Exterior
Ben's Guesthouse Kyoto
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
278 reviews
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Bathroom
OKU Kamishichiken
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
34 reviews
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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 87 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 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 will I be able to find near Kinkaku-ji Temple?
Expedia has 87 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, Toji-in Temple and Kitano Tenmangū 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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