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1. Shangri-La Nanjing

Shangri-La Nanjing
5.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (216 reviews)
"For a five star hotel, the price is very reasonable. I enjoyed stay there for 3 nights."
United States
Li-Tzong
The price is ￥17,002
￥19,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Shangri-La Nanjing
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, desk

2. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
3.0 star property
Gulou
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Breakfast was plentiful and had options for those still getting used to the local foods. Room was clean, and staff was very helpful."
United States
DANIEL
The price is ￥7,527
￥8,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
Exterior

3. Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning

Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
5.0 star property
Gulou
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (263 reviews)
"I booked a luxury room and the room and the washroom was very out dated and every thing was very dirty. I regret booking this hotel !"
United States
Wei
The price is ￥10,714
￥12,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
Exterior

4. Hilton Nanjing Riverside

Hilton Nanjing Riverside
5.0 star property
Gulou
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (113 reviews)
"helpful staff, clean room, quiet, wonderful lake view"
United States
Maeva
The price is ￥8,489
￥9,898 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
Reception

5. Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites

Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
4.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"The staff are extremely welcoming and helpful. The manager himself even hleped me with museum bookings and event bookings "
Canada
Haotian
The price is ￥9,348
￥10,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
Hallway

6. The Lalu Nanjing

The Lalu Nanjing
4.5 star property
Gulou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ￥37,968
￥44,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
The Lalu Nanjing
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar (some free items)

7. InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
5.0 star property
Xuan Wu, 3.6 km from Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (337 reviews)
"Gym has a few threadmills, stairmasters, weights and there is a shopping mall accessible from the hotel lobby. Rooms kept clean especially frombthe cleaning crew of floor 61!🙂"
United States
Gregory
The price is ￥15,661
￥18,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
Indoor pool

8. The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
5.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (175 reviews)
"Wonderful"
United States
Kai
The price is ￥14,941
￥17,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
View from room

9. Nanjing Central Hotel

Nanjing Central Hotel
4.0 star property
Xinjiekou, 5 km from Gulou
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (277 reviews)
"Good location and convenient"
Australia
Wei
The price is ￥6,903
￥8,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Nanjing Central Hotel
Exterior detail

10. Atour Hotel Nanjing Jianye

Atour Hotel Nanjing Jianye
3.0 star property
Xuan Wu, 2.8 km from Gulou
The price is ￥28,172
￥32,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Atour Hotel Nanjing Jianye
Exterior

11. Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
4.5 star property
Xuan Wu, 2.5 km from Gulou
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"overall, the hotel is very good."
Singapore
Kelvin
The price is ￥12,940
￥13,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
6 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

12. Jinling Hotel Nanjing

Jinling Hotel Nanjing
5.0 star property
Xinjiekou, 4.9 km from Gulou
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (824 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. Central location and great food."
United States
Alvin
The price is ￥14,176
￥16,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Jinling Hotel Nanjing
Exterior

13. Novotel Nanjing Central Suning

Novotel Nanjing Central Suning
4.0 star property
Xinjiekou, 5.5 km from Gulou
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (499 reviews)
"Good location and convenient for sightseeing "
Hong Kong SAR China
Lui
The price is ￥9,479
￥11,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Novotel Nanjing Central Suning
Exterior

14. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG
2.0 star property
Qinhuai Qu, 6.8 km from Gulou
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Incredible hotel!"
United Kingdom
Sameer
The price is ￥7,337
￥8,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG
Grand Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

15. Sheraton Nanjing Kingsley Hotel

Sheraton Nanjing Kingsley Hotel
4.5 star property
4.5 km from Gulou
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (169 reviews)
"Great location! Very nice hotel!"
United States
Bing
The price is ￥11,913
￥13,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Sheraton Nanjing Kingsley Hotel
Executive Suite | View from room

16. Shuguang International Hotel Nanjing

Shuguang International Hotel Nanjing
4.0 star property
Xuan Wu, 3.7 km from Gulou
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (28 reviews)
"This is a very nice hotel if you can "
United States
Vivekanand
The price is ￥8,997
￥10,491 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Shuguang International Hotel Nanjing
2 bars/lounges

17. Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

Kempinski Hotel Nanjing
5.0 star property
Qinhuai Qu, 7.1 km from Gulou
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Fairly new, beautiful hotel in a central location, however, quiet at night. Large, clean room. Excellent staff. Will stay again"
United States
Jie
The price is ￥16,565
￥19,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Kempinski Hotel Nanjing
Exterior

18. Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
4.0 star property
Xuan Wu, 6 km from Gulou
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (65 reviews)
"Very nice hotel "
United States
Xiaobang
The price is ￥8,059
￥9,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
Business Apartment | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, stovetop

19. Kaibin Apartment Nanjing University branch

Kaibin Apartment Nanjing University branch
3.0 star property
Xuan Wu, 4.8 km from Gulou
7.2 out of 10, Good, (42 reviews)
"Great location. Courteous owners"
Singapore
Gek Ney
The price is ￥6,665
￥7,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Kaibin Apartment Nanjing University branch
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Compare popular hotels in Gulou

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Executive lounge
Shangri-La Nanjing
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
216 reviews
View
Exterior
Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
5.0 star property
8.4
Very Good
263 reviews
View
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, desk
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
16 reviews
View
Reception
Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
15 reviews
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Exterior
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
5.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
113 reviews
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Where to stay in Gulou

Find the best Gulou areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Gulou
Learn more about Gulou
A traditional Chinese courtyard with tiled roofs, a stone bridge, and a river.

Xinjiekou

The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Xinjiekou. Check out Nanjing Library while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Daxinggong Station or Xinjiekou Station to get around town.

A traditional pagoda surrounded by lush greenery, with a modern skyscraper in the background.

Xuan Wu

The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Xuan Wu. Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Presidential Palace are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Mount Jiuhua Station or Jimingsi Station to get around the larger area.

Traditional Chinese architecture with a large building featuring a prominent golden inscription.

Qinhuai Qu

Qinhuai Qu is a destination travelers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Wudingmen Station or Yuhuamen Station to explore sights like Temple of Confucius.

A large indoor space with a reflective water surface, a rock-like structure, and a large white building with a geometric roof.
Photo by Poh Huay Suen
Open Photo by Poh Huay Suen

Jiangning

Jiangning is well-liked for its mountain views and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Niushoushan Forest Park and Yangtze are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Mozhoudonglu Station or Zhengfang­zhonglu Station to get around.

An ornate entrance with traditional Chinese architecture, including a golden statue and intricate carvings.
Photo by Roger Knau
Open Photo by Roger Knau

Yu Hua Tai

Appreciated for its mountain views and museums, you might consider exploring Yu Hua Tai. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Yangtze, and jump on the metro at Ruanjiandadao Station or Huashenmiao Station to get around the city.

Top Gulou Hotel Reviews

Hilton Nanjing Riverside

Hilton Nanjing Riverside

10/10 Excellent
"还不错"
Zhiyu 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hilton Nanjing Riverside

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Gulou?
Gulou is a neighborhood that travelers like for its museums, temples, and monuments. Are you looking for Gulou travel tips? Be sure to check out Nanjing Drum Tower and Yangtze while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Gulou?
Based on our traveler data, Shangri-La Nanjing is one of the top choices for your stay in Gulou. This hotel offers a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hilton Nanjing Riverside and Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites.
How many hotels will I find in Gulou?
Expedia has 50 hotels and other accommodations in Gulou to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Nanjing area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gulou, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Gulou.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Gulou?
To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Gulou, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What are the top things to see and do in Gulou?
Some landmarks in Gulou that you won't want to miss include Nanjing Drum Tower, Tianfei Palace, and Yuejiang Tower. You could also plan a visit to Yangtze or Jiangsu Nanjing TV Tower while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Gulou include Xuanwu Lake Park, Xuanwu lake, and Qingliangshan Park. While you're out sightseeing, ZNC Land and Nanjing City Wall are a couple of additional sights to visit in Nanjing.
How can I get around Gulou and the greater Nanjing area?
For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Xinmofanmalu Station, Caochangmen Nanyi Second Division Station, or Xiaoshi Station. If you want to venture out of town, Nanjing Nankin Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Nanjing West Station.

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