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 spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outside.

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

AED 404

AED 471 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 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 modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a view of the city.

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

A banquet hall with round tables, white chairs, and a modern chandelier.

2. Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Xuan Wu, 0.8 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Zhijie

AED 182

AED 213 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, a reception desk, and a blue accent wall.

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

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

AED 146

AED 170 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

AED 187

AED 218 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A modern multi-story hotel with a well-lit entrance, landscaped gardens, and a fountain.

A modern hotel dining room with a round table set for six, surrounded by leather chairs.

A conference room with a long table, white chairs, and a projector screen.

5. Blossom Hill Hotel Nanjing Bojin

Xuan Wu, 1.6 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

AED 216

AED 229 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern living room with a large sofa, armchairs, and a city view through expansive windows.

A conference room with a table and two chairs, a microphone stand, and a sign on the wall.

A modern interior with a seating area, a large window, and a unique ceiling design.

A gym with stationary bikes and treadmills.

6. YING'nFLO NANJING

Xuan Wu, 2.9 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

AED 246

AED 287 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 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 bar with a marble counter, wooden flooring, and a view through large windows.

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

7. UrCove By Hyatt Nanjing Zhongshanling Resort

Xuan Wu, 3.2 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

AED 292

AED 340 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

Two black leather armchairs and a small round table with a potted plant in a room with a tiled floor.

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

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

8. Qingmu Hotel (Nanjing Xinzhuang Metro Station)

Xuan Wu, 2.4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

AED 95

AED 95 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A modern building with a curved facade, large windows, and a black entrance canopy.

A modern room with a built-in wardrobe, a small table with a vase, and a view into a bathroom with a bathtub.

9. Hotel Unic

Xuan Wu, 2.8 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

AED 497

AED 497 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel corridor with wooden paneling, a carpeted floor, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A multi-story building with a white facade, multiple windows, and a visible entrance.

A building with a sign that reads '南宮博物院' (Nangu Museum).

A reception desk with two computer monitors, a marble counter, and two chairs.

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

Xuan Wu, 2.4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

AED 83

AED 83 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

A hotel with a curved facade, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

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.

11. Nanjing Central Hotel

Xinjiekou, 4.6 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Amy

AED 181

AED 211 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

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

12. Jinling Hotel Nanjing

Xinjiekou, 5.1 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

LINING

AED 334

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, a separate bathroom, a city view, and a desk with a chair.

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

13. InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

Xuan Wu, 3.9 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Jialin

AED 388

AED 452 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

14. Shangri-La Nanjing

Gulou, 4.6 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Aidan

AED 346

AED 404 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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.

15. Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

Xuan Wu, 4.3 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Kelvin

AED 325

AED 344 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

A spacious lobby with a central water feature, a reception desk, and a modern ceiling design.

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

16. The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

Xuan Wu, 4.4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Kadesh

AED 352

AED 411 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

A modern lobby with a marble floor, seating area, and a reception desk.

17. Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning

Gulou, 5.3 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Wei

AED 238

AED 277 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

A group of people in a well-lit indoor setting, possibly a hotel lobby or public space.

A framed artwork with a spoon design and cursive text, displayed in a room with a dark wall and a visible window.

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

18. Novotel Nanjing Central Suning

Xinjiekou, 5.1 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Ting

AED 184

AED 214 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 modern indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs, a skylight ceiling, and a view of the cityscape.

19. The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

Xinjiekou, 4.7 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Zhenglong

AED 1,208

AED 1,409 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A modern hotel lobby with a high ceiling, marble flooring, and a central island with seafood displays.

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.

20. Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

Qinhuai Qu, 4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Jie

AED 421

AED 491 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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

"Location is great!"

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."

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."

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."

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The location is great, and the stuff are excellent."

Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Didnt eat there"

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. Hotel Unic

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

11. Nanjing Central Hotel

12. Jinling Hotel Nanjing

13. InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

14. Shangri-La Nanjing

15. Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

16. The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

17. Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning

18. Novotel Nanjing Central Suning

19. The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

20. Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

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Top Purple Mountain Observatory Hotel Reviews

Nanjing Central Hotel

Shangri-La Nanjing

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

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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