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 January
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katy in January
Estimated hotel price
$99
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 New Orleans takes 9h 18m and costs around $67 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Dallas, expect to pay about $81 for a 22h 32m 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 America Car Rental, 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 New Orleans takes 9h 18m and costs around $67 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Dallas, expect to pay about $81 for a 22h 32m 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 America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Katy

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
CLLCollege Station Easterwood Field
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Katy

KLM
Good (1,502 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,891 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,409 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,933 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,389 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (403 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,207 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,276 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,939 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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Residence Inn by Marriott Houston Katy Mills
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 245 reviews)
$117+
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Hyatt Place Houston Katy
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 795 reviews)
$122+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Katy (Houston)
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 765 reviews)
$93+
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Palacio Royale Inn Signature Katy
2 stars
Good (7.1, 1006 reviews)
$69+
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Palacio Royale Inn Boutique Katy
2 stars
Good (7, 658 reviews)
$64+
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Aloft Houston Katy
3 stars
Good (6.8, 369 reviews)
$98+
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Renting a car in Katy

Renting a car in Katy costs $56 per day, on average, or $278 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 11% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Katy, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Katy costs $56 per day, on average, or $278 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 11% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Katy, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Katy

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$25/day

Economy

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$26/day

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