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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Katy has to offer.

Where to Eat in Katy

If you’re looking for affordable options, Uncle Julio's - Katy (20526 Katy Freeway) and Sapore Ristorante Italiano (6734 Westheimer Lakes North) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Park Place @The Boardwalk Steakhouse and Grille (25551 Kingsland Blvd c102) and The Oaks Kitchen (2100 Cane Island Pkwy) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Katy.

When to visit Katy

Katy in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katy in December
Estimated hotel price
$107
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 32 miles 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 27 miles from Katy. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and Turo, 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 32 miles 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 27 miles from Katy. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and Turo, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Katy

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
CLLCollege Station Easterwood Field
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Katy

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,366 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,091 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,983 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,894 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,819 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,861 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,472 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,286 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,678 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (352 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,351 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,912 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 reviews)
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Where to stay in Katy

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Katy and Comfort Inn & Suites Houston West-Katy.

Where to stay in popular areas of Katy

Most booked hotels in Katy

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Platinum Inn Katy
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 358 reviews)
$63+
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Hyatt Place Houston Katy
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 743 reviews)
$110+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Katy (Houston)
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 688 reviews)
$84+
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Palacio Royale Inn Signature Katy
2 stars
Good (7.5, 904 reviews)
$62+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Katy
2 stars
Good (7, 561 reviews)
$69+
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Aloft Houston Katy
3 stars
Good (6.9, 321 reviews)
$89+
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Renting a car in Katy

Renting a car in Katy costs $45 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Katy is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Katy costs $45 per day, on average, or $181 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Katy is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 52% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Katy

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$35/day

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Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$37/day

Economy
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