Gulou

Nanjing

A cityscape with a prominent skyscraper, likely the Shanghai Tower, surrounded by other high-rise buildings and a hazy sky.
Dried fish hanging from a rack in a market.

Stay near popular Gulou attractions

Nanjing Drum Tower

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Nanjing with a stop at Nanjing Drum Tower. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.
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Things to do

Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour

Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour

$131
per adult
Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour
Sun Yatsen Mausoleum

Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour

$271
per adult
Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service

Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service

$148
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service
Nanjing Qinhuai River

Nanjing By Night: Qinghuai River Cruise with Authentic Dining Experience

$198
per adult
Nanjing By Night: Qinghuai River Cruise with Authentic Dining Experience
Nanjing Zhongshan Gate

Half-Day Private Customized Nanjing City Tour

$212
per adult
Half-Day Private Customized Nanjing City Tour
Guide in Memorial Hall for the Victims in Nanjing Massacre

Guide in Memorial Hall for the Victims in Nanjing Massacre

$211
per adult
Guide in Memorial Hall for the Victims in Nanjing Massacre
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Gulou Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Nanjing

Shangri-La Nanjing

5 out of 5
329 Zhongyang Road Nanjing Jiangsu
$104 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$112 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Xuanwu Lake Park and Xuanwu lake ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (214 reviews)
"For a five star hotel, the price is very reasonable. I enjoyed stay there for 3 nights."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

Shangri-La Nanjing
Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning

Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning

5 out of 5
9 Shanxi Road Nanjing Jiangsu
$75 nightly
The price is $79 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$79 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Temple of Confucius and Nanjing Drum Tower ...
8.4/10 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 !"

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning
Hilton Nanjing Riverside

Hilton Nanjing Riverside

5 out of 5
No. 1 Huaibin Road, Gulou District Nanjing Jiangsu
$55 nightly
The price is $59 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$59 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Temple of Confucius and Jiangsu Nanjing ...
Hilton Nanjing Riverside
Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites

Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites

4 out of 5
NO.188 Guangzhou Rd. Gulou District Nanjing Jiangsu
$72 nightly
The price is $76 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$76 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Temple of Confucius and Nanjing Drum Tower are located ...
Suning Universal Hotel All-Suites
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG

3 out of 5
West of Jiangbian Road, Gulou District Nanjing Jiangsu
$48 nightly
The price is $52 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$52 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Temple of Confucius and Tianfei ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
"Loved these: -autoflush toilet -tidy well -interesting robot service to bring over items to us, very efficient -effective hair dryer, convenient toothpaste, disposable shavers, ample shampoo and body soap -quick water dispenser in the lobby -spacious, beautiful view -spare blankets available Not ..."

Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Riverside by IHG
The Lalu Nanjing

The Lalu Nanjing

4.5 out of 5
No. 208, Yangtzijiang Avenue Nanjing Jiangsu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$195 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Jul 21 to Jul 22
$209 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Nanjing. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Jiangsu Grand Theatre and Nanjing Olympic ...
The Lalu Nanjing
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Where to stay in Gulou

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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

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 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.

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