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Hilton Nanjing Riverside

Hilton Nanjing Riverside
5.0 star property
Gulou
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (111 reviews)
"helpful staff, clean room, quiet, wonderful lake view"
United States
Maeva
The price is S$81
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
Reception

Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites

Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
4.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Central hotel next to Nanjing’s exceptionally easy to use metro Good size rooms , friendly staff and useful (do your own) laundry facilities. Plentiful breakfast available (though few “western “ Items Handy convenience store on ground floor Happy to recommend"
United Kingdom
Gareth
The price is S$99
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, desk

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
3.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 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 S$68
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
Hallway

The Lalu Nanjing

The Lalu Nanjing
4.5 star property
Gulou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is S$264
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
The Lalu Nanjing
Executive lounge

Shangri-La Nanjing

Shangri-La Nanjing
5.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (213 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 S$144
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Shangri-La Nanjing
Exterior

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 S$102
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
Exterior detail

Atour Hotel Nanjing Jianye

Atour Hotel Nanjing Jianye
3.0 star property
Xuan Wu, 2.8 km from Gulou
The price is S$180
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Atour Hotel Nanjing Jianye
Lobby

Hilton Nanjing Niushoushan

Hilton Nanjing Niushoushan
3.5 star property
Jiangning, 18.5 km from Gulou
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Nice hotel, walkable to Niushoushan tourist attraction, delicious restaurant "
United States
Geng-Xian
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Hilton Nanjing Niushoushan
Outdoor dining

Yeboqinhuai SSAW BOUTIQUE Hotel(Jinling Calligraphy and Painting Academy)

Yeboqinhuai SSAW BOUTIQUE Hotel(Jinling Calligraphy and Painting Academy)
3.0 star property
Fuzimiao Area, 7.9 km from Gulou
The price is S$113
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Yeboqinhuai SSAW BOUTIQUE Hotel(Jinling Calligraphy and Painting Academy)
Exterior

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, (14 reviews)
"overall, the hotel is very good."
Singapore
Kelvin
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
Indoor pool

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 S$260
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
The Grand Mansion Hotel
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Jiangbei Wonhall Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Jiangbei Wonhall Mall by IHG
2.5 star property
Pukou, 9.6 km from Gulou
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel in Nanjing"
United States
Ganzo
The price is S$62
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Jiangbei Wonhall Mall by IHG
2 bars/lounges

Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

Kempinski Hotel Nanjing
5.0 star property
Qinhuai Qu, 7.1 km from Gulou
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 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 S$234
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Kempinski Hotel Nanjing
Restaurant

Mercure Nanjing Downtown

Mercure Nanjing Downtown
3.0 star property
Xinjiekou, 5 km from Gulou
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Mercure Nanjing Downtown
Exterior

nanjing youjianjiangnan Homestay

nanjing youjianjiangnan Homestay
3.0 star property
Qixia District, 9 km from Gulou
The price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
nanjing youjianjiangnan Homestay
Hot springs

Banyan Tree Nanjing Garden Expo

Banyan Tree Nanjing Garden Expo
5.0 star property
Jiangning, 22.9 km from Gulou
The price is S$475
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Banyan Tree Nanjing Garden Expo
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers, lifeguards on site

Renaissance Nanjing Olympic Centre Hotel

Renaissance Nanjing Olympic Centre Hotel
5.0 star property
Jian Ye, 9.5 km from Gulou
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"Nice breakfast, staff wonderful"
United States
tad
The price is S$152
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Renaissance Nanjing Olympic Centre Hotel
Indoor pool

Jumeirah Nanjing Hotel

Jumeirah Nanjing Hotel
5.0 star property
Jian Ye, 13 km from Gulou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"It was great"
Turkey
Ismail Can
The price is S$226
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Jumeirah Nanjing Hotel
Exterior

Novotel Nanjing South Railway Station

Novotel Nanjing South Railway Station
Qinhuai Qu, 11.5 km from Gulou
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Novotel Nanjing South Railway Station
Interior

Zhenbao Holiday Hotel Nanjing Yuhua

Zhenbao Holiday Hotel Nanjing Yuhua
4.0 star property
Yu Hua Tai, 10.1 km from Gulou
The price is S$514
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Zhenbao Holiday Hotel Nanjing Yuhua
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Compare popular hotels in Gulou

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

Find the best Gulou areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.

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

Qinhuai Qu

You might enjoy the shopping while in Qinhuai Qu. Temple of Confucius is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Wudingmen Station or Yuhuamen Station to see more of the city.

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

Xuan Wu

Xuan Wu is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Nanjing City Wall and Nanjing Presidential Palace are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Mount Jiuhua Station or Jimingsi Station to get around.

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, 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 pavilion with a curved roof and red lanterns.

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

The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

10/10 Excellent
"We had an amazing stay at The Ritz-Carlton Nanjing. The service was exceptional, the room was beautiful and comfortable, and every detail exceeded our expectations. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!"
Shui 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Gulou?
Gulou is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its museums, temples and monuments. Are you looking for Gulou travel tips? Make sure that you visit Nanjing Drum Tower and Yangtze while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's the best accommodation in Gulou?
Based on our traveller 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 be able to find in Gulou?
Expedia has 48 hotels and other accommodation options 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, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. 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 dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals in Gulou.
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 neighbourhood. 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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