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

Katy travel guide

Katy Tourism | Katy Guide

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 32 miles from Katy.

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 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 32 miles from Katy.

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 America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Airlines serving Katy

Lufthansa
Good (8,127 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,533 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,105 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,441 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,993 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,455 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,960 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,608 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,874 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,323 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (420 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,326 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,565 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

Courtyard by Marriott Houston Katy Mills
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 240 reviews)
$143+
Hyatt Place Houston Katy
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 805 reviews)
$116+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Houston West - Katy By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 591 reviews)
$101+
Platinum Inn Katy
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 391 reviews)
$56+
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Katy (Houston)
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 763 reviews)
$90+
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Katy
2 stars
Good (7.6, 620 reviews)
$61+

Renting a car in Katy

Renting a car in Katy costs $54 per day, on average, or $268 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Katy, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Katy costs $54 per day, on average, or $268 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 5% cheaper than airport locations in Katy.

Expect to pay $4.20 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 $50.42 and $67.23. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Katy, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.