Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Katy travel guide

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You're Going to Love Katy

With a population of 14,102, Katy is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Katy has to offer.

Where to Eat in Katy

If you’re looking for affordable options, Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Cinco Ranch/Katy (23501 Cinco Ranch Blvd.) and Pane e Vino (7109 Katy-Gaston Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Katy

Katy in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katy in December
Estimated hotel price
$104
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Katy

Plane

Although Katy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 52 km from Katy.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Katy. The train journey from Katy to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $53 for a 9h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Katy is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 44 km from Katy. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and Easirent, among others, in Houston.

Plane

Although Katy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Houston George Bush Airport (IAH), which is located 52 km from Katy.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Katy. The train journey from Katy to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $53 for a 9h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Katy is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 44 km from Katy. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and Easirent, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Katy

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
CLLCollege Station Easterwood Field
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Katy

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,612 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,561 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,077 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,801 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,040 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,678 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,430 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,066 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,500 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,500 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (875 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,328 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,591 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,083 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,400 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,081 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 reviews)
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Where to stay in Katy

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston West - Katy By IHG and Tru by Hilton Katy Houston West.

Where to stay in popular areas of Katy

Most booked hotels in Katy

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Hyatt Place Houston Katy
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 767 reviews)
$122+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Katy (Houston)
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 734 reviews)
$97+
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Palacio Royale Inn Signature Katy
2 stars
Good (7.4, 955 reviews)
$67+
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Palacio Royale Inn Boutique Katy
2 stars
Good (7.3, 639 reviews)
$62+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Katy
2 stars
Good (7.3, 593 reviews)
$62+
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Aloft Houston Katy
3 stars
Good (6.8, 345 reviews)
$95+
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Renting a car in Katy

Renting a car in Katy costs $53 per day, on average, or $264 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Katy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Renting a car in Katy costs $53 per day, on average, or $264 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 18% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Katy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Best car rental deals in Katy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$25/day

Intermediate

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$27/day

Economy
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