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Exterior

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 ₹4,976
₹5,802 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
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 ₹4,293
₹5,006 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jul - 18 Jul
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 ₹17,405
₹20,294 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
The Lalu Nanjing
Reception

Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites

Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
4.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (14 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 ₹5,355
₹6,244 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
Executive lounge

Shangri-La Nanjing

Shangri-La Nanjing
5.0 star property
Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 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 ₹9,757
₹11,377 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
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 ₹6,324
₹7,373 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
Signature Suite | Terrace/patio

Relais & Chateaux Yihe Mansions

Relais & Chateaux Yihe Mansions
5.0 star property
Gulou
The price is ₹77,702
₹90,600 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Relais & Chateaux Yihe Mansions
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 ₹9,656
₹11,259 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Hilton Nanjing Niushoushan
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 ₹13,939
₹16,252 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Jumeirah Nanjing Hotel
328869283 | 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 ₹7,106
₹8,286 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Yeboqinhuai SSAW BOUTIQUE Hotel(Jinling Calligraphy and Painting Academy)
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 ₹4,056
₹4,729 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Jiangbei Wonhall Mall by IHG
Restaurant

Hampton by Hilton Nanjing North Railway Station

Hampton by Hilton Nanjing North Railway Station
3.0 star property
Pukou, 9.9 km from Gulou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"設備も新しく快適"
Japan
Atsushi
The price is ₹4,697
₹5,477 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Hampton by Hilton Nanjing North Railway Station
Exterior

Nanjing Suning Universal Hotel

Nanjing Suning Universal Hotel
2.5 star property
Pukou, 6 km from Gulou
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is ₹4,292
₹5,004 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Nanjing Suning Universal Hotel
Exterior

Grand WUJI Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

Grand WUJI Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
4.5 star property
Yu Hua Tai, 12 km from Gulou
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"The hotel staff were extremely friendly. Front Desk personnel (Eva) went out of her way to help me with every concern i had."
United States
William
The price is ₹10,147
₹11,832 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Grand WUJI Hotel, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Terrace/patio

ANDAZ NANJING HEXI, BY HYATT

ANDAZ NANJING HEXI, BY HYATT
4.0 star property
Jian Ye, 9.8 km from Gulou
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"Excellent hotel. "
United States
Alexander
The price is ₹15,332
₹17,878 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
ANDAZ NANJING HEXI, BY HYATT
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, (12 reviews)
"overall, the hotel is very good."
Singapore
Kelvin
The price is ₹7,840
₹8,310 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing
Exterior

nanjing youjianjiangnan Homestay

nanjing youjianjiangnan Homestay
3.0 star property
Qixia District, 9 km from Gulou
The price is ₹6,276
₹7,318 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
nanjing youjianjiangnan Homestay
Exterior

Holiday Inn Nanjing South Station by IHG

Holiday Inn Nanjing South Station by IHG
3.5 star property
Jiangning, 14 km from Gulou
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (51 reviews)
"Hotel is in a great location, close to Nanjing South Station. (It's a five-minute walk.) Grat street-food nearby. Staff - excellent Room - spotless Facilities - excellent!"
United Kingdom
Samuel
The price is ₹5,414
₹6,312 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Holiday Inn Nanjing South Station 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, (33 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 ₹14,685
₹17,123 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Kempinski Hotel Nanjing
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 ₹9,539
₹11,123 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Renaissance Nanjing Olympic Centre Hotel
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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
14 reviews
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Exterior
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
5.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
111 reviews
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Executive lounge
Shangri-La Nanjing
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
211 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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Jinling Hotel Nanjing

Jinling Hotel Nanjing

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful location.There would be a amazing experience during the staying in Nanjing."
Ru Lun 10-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Jinling Hotel 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 Jiangsu Nanjing TV Tower 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 5 restaurants. Other good options for your stay in the area include Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites and Hilton Nanjing Riverside.
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 Jiangsu Nanjing TV Tower or Yangtze 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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