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
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Katy in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
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 $51 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 NextCar, 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 $51 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 NextCar, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Katy

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
CLLCollege Station Easterwood Field
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Katy

KLM
Good (1,450 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,769 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,719 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,164 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,209 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,867 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,106 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,245 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,507 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (896 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,678 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,697 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,387 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,357 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,159 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (384 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,848 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,135 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 Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Katy.

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 (8.8, 243 reviews)
$104+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston West - Katy By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 572 reviews)
$91+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Katy (Houston)
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 746 reviews)
$96+
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Platinum Inn Katy
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 375 reviews)
$55+
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Hyatt Place Houston Katy
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 773 reviews)
$116+
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Palacio Royale Inn Signature Katy
2 stars
Good (7.2, 967 reviews)
$64+
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Renting a car in Katy

Renting a car in Katy costs $52 per day, on average, or $260 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Houston Hobby.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Katy, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Katy costs $52 per day, on average, or $260 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Houston Hobby.

Expect to pay $3.22 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 $38.61 and $51.48. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Katy, while also 55% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Katy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$24/day

Intermediate

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$24/day

Compact
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