The Best Hotels Closest to Purple Mountain Observatory in Nanjing for 2026

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A modern indoor swimming pool with a long, narrow design, surrounded by lounge chairs and a wooden floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A modern hotel entrance with a sign for 'MING HOTEL NANJING' and a gallery.

1. Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

Xuan Wu, 2.8 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Oliver

SAR 412

SAR 480 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern living room with a curved ceiling, large windows offering a city view, a sofa, a chair, and a desk with a lamp.

A hotel room with a large TV on a wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, and a sofa.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

2. Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Xuan Wu, 0.8 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Zhijie

SAR 186

SAR 217 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern restaurant with a central counter, seating area, and large windows.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A modern hotel bathroom with a large mirror, sink, and towel rack.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, and a long hallway leading to rooms.

3. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Xuan Wu, 1.5 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

huey ren

SAR 164

SAR 191 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lobby with a polished floor, wooden panel walls, and recessed lighting.

A swimming pool with a skylight ceiling, lounge chairs, and a modern design.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating, and large windows.

4. Hyatt Place Nanjing Xuanwu

Xuan Wu, 2.2 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

"First of all, the check in process was very slow, I do under stand it’s the holiday in China, but I moved from another hotel to this one but the first hotel I was at, the check in process were much faster. Then the front desk could found my payment information and kept telling me that I didn’t pay when I was in a hurry to catch a flight 😑. Last was the breakfast buffet, very limited selection for the price. "

Jia Xin

SAR 191

SAR 223 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern multi-story building with outdoor seating areas, surrounded by landscaped gardens and trees.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a peacock mural, and a view of a tiled wall.

A modern hotel with a reflective pool, multiple buildings, and a forested hill in the background.

A modern hotel with a rooftop pool, outdoor seating, and a view of a lake.

5. Blossom Hill Hotel Nanjing Bojin

Xuan Wu, 1.6 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

SAR 221

SAR 235 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area, and a display of amenities.

A modern outdoor space with seating, a water feature, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern gym with treadmills, a rowing machine, dumbbells, and a TV screen in the background.

6. YING'nFLO NANJING

Xuan Wu, 2.9 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

SAR 259

SAR 302 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A corridor with brick walls, a polished floor, and a central light fixture.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a nightstand, a bed, and a TV.

A modern outdoor dining area with glass tables and blue chairs, surrounded by large umbrellas.

A modern interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a built-in clothing rack.

7. UrCove By Hyatt Nanjing Zhongshanling Resort

Xuan Wu, 3.2 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

SAR 291

SAR 339 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A reception area with a tiled counter, a television, a plant, and a large poster on the wall.

A hotel building with illuminated signage indicating 'Hotel Business' and 'Hotel 7F'.

A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and a wall with a mountain mural.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window with curtains.

8. Qingmu Hotel (Nanjing Xinzhuang Metro Station)

Xuan Wu, 2.4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

SAR 87

SAR 87 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with benches, surrounded by trees and greenery.

A hotel reception area with a marble counter, two chairs, a refrigerator with beverages, and a television screen.

9. Kaiwang Hotel (Nanjing Mingguo Subway Station Military General Hospital)

Xuan Wu, 2.4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

SAR 85

SAR 85 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express hotel with a modern facade, large glass entrance, and illuminated signage.

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, a chair, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large potted plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, a coffee station, and a wall with shelves displaying various items.

10. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG

Qinhuai Qu, 3.5 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Sameer

SAR 148

SAR 173 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A high-rise hotel room with panoramic city views, multiple dining tables, and a modern lounge area.

A large indoor swimming pool with a skylight, lounge chairs, and a view of a mountainous landscape.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling featuring geometric patterns, a central sculpture, and a polished marble floor.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the cityscape.

11. Jinling Hotel Nanjing

Xinjiekou, 5.1 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Alvin

SAR 330

SAR 380 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a pool, and a building with illuminated windows in the background.

A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, seating, and large windows offering city views.

A spacious indoor swimming pool with a long, narrow design, surrounded by seating areas and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, marble walls, and a central sculpture.

12. Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

Qinhuai Qu, 4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Jie

SAR 413

SAR 481 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern building with a large glass facade, a prominent "ASCOTT" sign, and a well-maintained outdoor area with planters and a pathway.

A modern hotel room with a piano, a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a city view.

A modern apartment with a kitchen, dining area, and living room. It features a large window with a city view, a flat-screen TV, and a built-in microwave.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, and a TV.

13. Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

Xuan Wu, 4.3 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Kelvin

SAR 331

SAR 351 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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

A large indoor swimming pool with a city view, surrounded by potted plants.

A modern building with large windows overlooking a lake and cityscape.

A modern living room with a large TV, comfortable seating, a coffee table, and a city view.

14. Shangri-La Nanjing

Gulou, 4.6 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Aidan

SAR 353

SAR 411 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, large windows, and sun loungers.

A high-rise building with the name "Westin" prominently displayed at the top.

A room with a large window, a cushioned chair, and a view of a cityscape.

A hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a city view, and a large window.

15. The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

Xuan Wu, 4.4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Kadesh

SAR 359

SAR 419 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a curved glass facade and a prominent building in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a reception area, and a ceiling with skylights.

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area with sofas and armchairs, a decorative water feature, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A woman relaxing in a bathtub with bubbles, a mirror, and a candle on a side table.

16. Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning

Gulou, 5.3 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Wei

SAR 242

SAR 282 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table with fruit, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, a sofa, and a view of the city at sunset.

A modern restaurant with a central bar, wooden flooring, and a curved ceiling design.

A modern hotel room with a large window offering a city and mountain view, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

17. InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

Xuan Wu, 3.9 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Jialin

SAR 400

SAR 466 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central atrium, multiple floors, and a variety of seating areas.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a chair, and a view of city buildings.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, reflective floor, and symmetrical design.

A grand atrium with a central chandelier, a grand piano, and a reflective water feature.

18. Nanjing Central Hotel

Xinjiekou, 4.6 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Yucheng

A modern lounge area with a city view, featuring sofas, tables, and ambient lighting.

A spacious living room with a city view, large windows, and modern furniture.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a television, and a city view.

A spacious living area with a large sofa set, multiple lamps, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

19. The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

Xinjiekou, 4.7 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Zhenglong

SAR 1,232

SAR 1,437 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a buffet with various food items.

A reception desk with a wooden panel and a floral arrangement. The wall behind has a textured finish and a sign that reads 'ZIJIN GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT.'

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Novotel' sign, large glass windows, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern gym with cardio machines, weightlifting equipment, and mirrors on the walls.

20. Novotel Nanjing Central Suning

Xinjiekou, 5.1 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Ting

SAR 187

SAR 218 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Purple Mountain Observatory

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG	8.8 Excellent 66 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG	8.0 Very good 20 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Nanjing Xuanwu	8.0 Very good 2 reviews	View
Blossom Hill Hotel Nanjing Bojin	10.0 Exceptional 1 review	View

Top Purple Mountain Observatory Hotel Reviews

Nanjing Central Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"My husband and I have been to many countries and stayed at many hotels. Nanjing Central Hotel has to be among the best of all! The hotel is centrally located in the city, clean environment, friendly staff. The breakfast was superb, with more items than we could ask for, and the cafe was beautifully designed and constructed. The front desk staff and bell men were very helpful, with plenty of knowledge and local tips. Thank you to all at Nanjing Central Hotel!!!"

Shangri-La Nanjing

10/10 Excellent

"This was an outstanding hotel and an amazing value. The staff was first rate, the hotel was well maintained and the details all attended to. The fitness room is fully equipped and the location was convenient for us."

Jinling Hotel Nanjing

10/10 Excellent

"Staff is super helpful and courteous! The room service folks even stopped water damage to my wash bag and left a handwritten note about the move. Live up to the luxury hotel standards. Breakfast has lots of delicious choices and totally made our days! Room is less fancy but solid and clean. Would be even more awesome if there is hot spring. But other than that, there’s nothing else we’d ask for"

Novotel Nanjing Central Suning

10/10 Excellent

"Close to transport,& shopping district"

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely big room, very clean. Good facilities (laundry room) and plenty of choice for breakfast."

The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

10/10 Excellent

"It was great and pleasant stay! Everything perfect."

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

10/10 Excellent

"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."

Shuguang International Hotel Nanjing

10/10 Excellent

"This is my third time staying at this hotel. Shuguang Hotel is situated next to Xuanwu Lake, offering views of Nanjing's towering skyline through the windows; the night view is quite beautiful. The hotel boasts an excellent location, just a short walk from the subway station and Nanjing Railway Station. Although the architectural style feels a bit dated, the guest rooms are spacious, bright, and comfortable, featuring clean, fresh bedding. Soundproofing is excellent, ensuring a quiet environment, though the sound of street traffic can occasionally be heard in the early morning. The buffet breakfast is delicious, offering a wide variety of dishes with a menu that changes daily. I particularly appreciate the complimentary self-service laundry facilities, which are clean and well-equipped. The lobby reception staff are well-trained, and the housekeeping team is professional and courteous; the breakfast staff and chefs are also enthusiastic, proactive, and friendly."

Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

10/10 Excellent

"Came for one night and extended for another four Will definitely go again once back in Nanjing"

Other attractions near Purple Mountain Observatory

A large stone staircase leading to a traditional building with a blue roof.

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum

8.4/10 (53 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Nanjing with a visit to Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

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Zhongshan Mountain National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Zhongshan Mountain National Park, a lovely green space in Nanjing. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

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

Jiming Temple

10.0/10 (1 review)

You can find out about the history of Nanjing with a stop at Jiming Temple. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

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Nanjing Botanical Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Nanjing Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

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Nanjing International Expo Center

8.4/10 (5 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Nanjing International Expo Center during your trip to Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

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Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum

8.8/10 (18 reviews)

Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum is just one of the places to see in Nanjing, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

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Nanjing Underwater World

10.0/10 (1 review)

Bring your family to Nanjing Underwater World and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Nanjing. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

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Nanjing City Wall

8.8/10 (64 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Nanjing with a trip to Nanjing City Wall. While in the area, you can find time to visit its temples.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Purple Mountain Observatory?

Purple Mountain Observatory is located in an area of Nanjing that travelers like for its temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 5 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Purple Mountain Observatory?

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and free valet parking. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Purple Mountain Observatory. Another good choice is Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to Purple Mountain Observatory?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Purple Mountain Observatory.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Purple Mountain Observatory, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Purple Mountain Observatory.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Purple Mountain Observatory?

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What can I see and do near Purple Mountain Observatory?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Nanjing Museum and Taiping Heavenly Kingdom History Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Nanjing City Wall, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum, and Nanjing Presidential Palace to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time wandering around Xuanwu Lake Park, Zhongshan Mountain National Park, and Xu Garden.

How can I get to Purple Mountain Observatory?

With so many choices for transportation, exploring the area around Purple Mountain Observatory is easy. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Mount Jiuhua Station, Jimingsi Station, and Gangzicun Station. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Nanjing (NKJ-Nanjing Rail Station) or Nanjing Station.

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Our top choices for Purple Mountain Observatory hotels

1. Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

2. Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

3. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

4. Hyatt Place Nanjing Xuanwu

5. Blossom Hill Hotel Nanjing Bojin

6. YING'nFLO NANJING

7. UrCove By Hyatt Nanjing Zhongshanling Resort

8. Qingmu Hotel (Nanjing Xinzhuang Metro Station)

9. Kaiwang Hotel (Nanjing Mingguo Subway Station Military General Hospital)

10. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG

11. Jinling Hotel Nanjing

12. Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

13. Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

14. Shangri-La Nanjing

15. The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

16. Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning

17. InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

18. Nanjing Central Hotel

19. The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

20. Novotel Nanjing Central Suning

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Top Purple Mountain Observatory Hotel Reviews

Nanjing Central Hotel

Shangri-La Nanjing

Jinling Hotel Nanjing

Novotel Nanjing Central Suning

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG

The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

Shuguang International Hotel Nanjing

Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

Other attractions near Purple Mountain Observatory

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Mausoleum

Zhongshan Mountain National Park

Jiming Temple

Nanjing Botanical Garden

Nanjing International Expo Center

Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum

Nanjing Underwater World

Nanjing City Wall

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