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A high-rise building with a modern glass facade, surrounded by a cityscape and busy roads.

1. Shangri-La Nanjing

Shangri-La Nanjing
5.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"The restaurant is very nice and it has some Michelin status. However, the rice I ordered with my food did not arrive until much later and all my food was cold. I don’t mean to be critical but this is basic. Thanks. Love your hotel."
United States
Aidan
The price is ￥14,902
￥17,376 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Shangri-La Nanjing
A modern hotel entrance with a curved glass facade and a prominent building in the background.

2. Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning

Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
5.0 star property
Gulou
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (265 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 ￥10,222
￥11,919 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
A large, modern hotel with a prominent glass facade, surrounded by a landscaped area and a body of water.

3. Hilton Nanjing Riverside

Hilton Nanjing Riverside
5.0 star property
Gulou
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (116 reviews)
"the hotel river view room price was not right on the website hotel should correct it. But they still gave me river view room since it’s not my mistake."
Canada
Yuxuan
The price is ￥8,585
￥10,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
A hotel room with a large window, two sofas with patterned cushions, a round table, and a vase with flowers.

4. 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 ￥6,954
￥8,109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
A modern lobby with a central black water feature, seating area, and a large glass partition.

5. The Lalu Nanjing

The Lalu Nanjing
4.5 star property
Gulou
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Beautifully designed hotel but maintenance and cleanliness is an issue. Water pressure is too low, no hooks for towels, bathroom is too dark. The hotel staff needs to learn to deal with international customers as no one spoke to me in English. All in all good but many issues…"
Singapore
Mark Oliver
The price is ￥36,221
￥42,233 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
The Lalu Nanjing
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a bench, and two chairs.

6. Four Points by Sheraton Nanjing, Gulou District

Four Points by Sheraton Nanjing, Gulou District
2.0 star property
Gulou
The price is ￥9,994
￥11,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Four Points by Sheraton Nanjing, Gulou District
A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.

7. Nanjing Central Hotel

Nanjing Central Hotel
4.0 star property
Xinjiekou, 5 km from Gulou
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (290 reviews)
"Location is great!"
United States
Amy
The price is ￥7,378
￥8,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Nanjing Central Hotel
A high-rise hotel room with panoramic city views, multiple dining tables, and a modern lounge area.

8. Jinling Hotel Nanjing

Jinling Hotel Nanjing
5.0 star property
Xinjiekou, 4.9 km from Gulou
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (835 reviews)
"Very good hotel"
Canada
LINING
The price is ￥14,117
￥16,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Jinling Hotel Nanjing
A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table with fruit, and a chandelier.

9. 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, (343 reviews)
"Excellent location, best in every aspect with great rate."
United States
Jialin
The price is ￥16,392
￥19,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
InterContinental Nanjing by IHG
A modern building with a large glass facade, a prominent "ASCOTT" sign, and a well-maintained outdoor area with planters and a pathway.

10. 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, (19 reviews)
"overall, the hotel is very good."
Singapore
Kelvin
The price is ￥13,992
￥14,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a buffet with various food items.

11. Novotel Nanjing Central Suning

Novotel Nanjing Central Suning
4.0 star property
Xinjiekou, 5.5 km from Gulou
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (505 reviews)
"Close to transport,& shopping district"
Australia
Ting
The price is ￥7,914
￥9,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Novotel Nanjing Central Suning
A modern hotel lobby with a marble reception desk, a wooden staircase, and a seating area with a view of the outdoors.

12. Sheraton Nanjing Kingsley Hotel

Sheraton Nanjing Kingsley Hotel
4.5 star property
4.5 km from Gulou
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (173 reviews)
"Great location! Very nice hotel!"
United States
Bing
The price is ￥11,915
￥13,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Sheraton Nanjing Kingsley Hotel
Restaurant

13. Mercure Nanjing Downtown

Mercure Nanjing Downtown
3.0 star property
Xinjiekou, 5 km from Gulou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"다운타운이긴한데 위치가 좀 애매했음. 직원들이 너무 친절함. 객실뷰는 비권장 객실뷰가 중요하면 여긴 좀 그래요"
South Korea
SANGYEON
The price is ￥8,095
￥9,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Mercure Nanjing Downtown
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, large windows, and sun loungers.

14. The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
5.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (176 reviews)
"Amazing experience if you’re going to Nanjing you should stay here."
United States
Kadesh
The price is ￥15,174
￥17,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake
A modern indoor swimming pool with a long, narrow design, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden floor.

15. Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
4.0 star property
Xuan Wu, 4.8 km from Gulou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Ming is the first choice of hotel for us, anytime and every time we visit Nanjing. I hope the staff can continue the excellence services they provide and maintain Ming’s high quality. Thanks."
Australia
Oliver
The price is ￥17,425
￥20,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a TV, and a view of a cityscape at night.

16. Shuguang International Hotel Nanjing

Shuguang International Hotel Nanjing
4.0 star property
Xuan Wu, 3.7 km from Gulou
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (31 reviews)
"This is a very nice hotel if you can "
United States
Vivekanand
The price is ￥9,600
￥11,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Shuguang International Hotel Nanjing
A modern living room with a curved ceiling, large windows offering a city view, a sofa, a chair, and a desk with a lamp.

17. 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, (66 reviews)
"The location is great, and the stuff are excellent."
Canada
Zhijie
The price is ￥7,821
￥9,120 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pool, and a building with illuminated windows in the background.

18. 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 ￥17,438
￥20,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Kempinski Hotel Nanjing
An indoor swimming pool with a glass ceiling, lounge chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

19. The Grand Mansion Hotel

The Grand Mansion Hotel
4.0 star property
6.1 km from Gulou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The Grand Mansion is very conveniently located next to the President’s Palace and Six Dynasties Museum. We even got free museum admissions from the hotel. Our room was clean and spacious. Hotel stuff was very accommodating and helpful. We did not get to use the amenities due to our tight schedule. But the services we used were excellent. Highly recommended."
United States
Xiaolin
The price is ￥26,457
￥30,849 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
The Grand Mansion Hotel
A modern restaurant with a central counter, seating area, and large windows.

20. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
3.0 star property
Xuan Wu, 6.2 km from Gulou
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (20 reviews)
"The personnel were nice, friendly, and helpful."
United States
huey ren
The price is ￥6,683
￥7,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG
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Compare popular hotels in Gulou

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A large, modern hotel with a prominent glass facade, surrounded by a landscaped area and a body of water.
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
5.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
116 reviews
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A hotel room with a large window, two sofas with patterned cushions, a round table, and a vase with flowers.
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
16 reviews
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A high-rise building with a modern glass facade, surrounded by a cityscape and busy roads.
Shangri-La Nanjing
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
225 reviews
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A modern hotel entrance with a curved glass facade and a prominent building in the background.
Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
5.0 star property
8.4
Very good
265 reviews
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Lobby
Phoenix Jinghua Hotel
4.0 star property
6.6
13 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 gate with intricate carvings and a sign in Chinese characters.

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.

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 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.

A traditional Chinese building with a tiled roof and red lanterns.

Jiangning

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

A traditional Chinese courtyard with tiled roofs, a stone bridge, and a river.

Fuzimiao Area

Well-liked for its museums and monuments, Fuzimiao Area is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Temple of Confucius and Taiping Heavenly Kingdom History Museum, and jump on the metro at Fuzimiao Station to get around the city.

Top Gulou Hotel Reviews

Nanjing Central Hotel

Nanjing Central Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Location is great!"
Amy 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Nanjing Central Hotel

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 51 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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