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

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.

1. Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

Xuan Wu, 2.8 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Yue

Rp1.993.001

Rp2.323.840 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a staircase, and a large tree.

A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, a central aisle, and hanging floral decorations.

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

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

2. Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Xuan Wu, 0.8 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Zhijie

Rp897.223

Rp1.046.162 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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.

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

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

3. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Xuan Wu, 1.5 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

huey ren

Rp777.955

Rp907.095 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

A modern building with a courtyard, surrounded by trees and featuring a mix of concrete and grass areas.

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

4. Blossom Hill Hotel Nanjing Bojin

Xuan Wu, 1.6 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Rp1.075.443

Rp1.142.874 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.

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

5. 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

Rp997.517

Rp1.163.104 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a vanity with a mirror, and a view of the city.

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

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

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

6. YING'nFLO NANJING

Xuan Wu, 2.9 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Rp1.394.844

Rp1.626.387 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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 bar with a marble counter, wooden flooring, and a view through large windows.

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

7. UrCove By Hyatt Nanjing Zhongshanling Resort

Xuan Wu, 3.2 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Rp1.506.441

Rp1.756.471 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a reception desk.

A modern building with a reflective pool, surrounded by tall residential buildings.

A restaurant interior with multiple dining tables, chairs, and a modern chandelier.

8. Hotel Unic

Xuan Wu, 2.8 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Rp1.322.795

Rp1.322.795 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A multi-story hotel with illuminated signage, a visible entrance, and a clear view of the surrounding urban environment.

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

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

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

9. Qingmu Hotel (Nanjing Xinzhuang Metro Station)

Xuan Wu, 2.4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Rp420.150

Rp420.150 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

An open plaza with a traditional building in the background, a large yellow spherical sculpture, and a bridge.

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

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

Xuan Wu, 2.4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Rp430.993

Rp430.993 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

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

11. The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

Xinjiekou, 4.7 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Zhenglong

Rp5.963.418

Rp6.953.346 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa set, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a flat-screen TV.

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

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

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

12. Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

Qinhuai Qu, 4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Garabit

Rp2.124.468

Rp2.477.150 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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 long reception desk, a coffee station, and a wall with shelves displaying various items.

13. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG

Qinhuai Qu, 3.5 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Sameer

Rp718.321

Rp837.562 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 kitchen with a city view, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a bed with a view.

A modern indoor swimming pool with clear lines and a central walkway.

14. Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

Xuan Wu, 4.3 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Kelvin

Rp1.603.455

Rp1.699.656 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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 hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, a view of the city at dusk, and a wooden ceiling.

15. Shangri-La Nanjing

Gulou, 4.6 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Aidan

Rp1.707.706

Rp1.991.186 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

Two high-rise buildings with illuminated signage, a river, and a mountainous backdrop.

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

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

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

16. The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

Xuan Wu, 4.4 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Kadesh

Rp1.738.906

Rp2.027.562 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A modern living room with a city view, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

A modern room with a large window, a round glass table, a beige armchair, and a vase with flowers.

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

Rp1.284.846

Rp1.498.131 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A high-rise hotel with a modern design, surrounded by a busy urban street with traffic and other buildings.

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

A hotel room with a large window, a chandelier, a sofa set, a desk, and a flat-screen TV.

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

18. Jinling Hotel Nanjing

Xinjiekou, 5.1 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

LINING

Rp1.649.807

Rp1.897.424 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 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 hotel room with a large bed, a separate bathroom with a bathtub, a sofa, and a view of the city at sunset.

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

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

19. InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

Xuan Wu, 3.9 km from Purple Mountain Observatory

Jialin

Rp1.828.303

Rp2.131.814 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Top Purple Mountain Observatory Hotel Reviews

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

8/10 Good

"Nice hotel"

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Convenient location. Facilities are clean.! Breakfast is good, but the hotel charged RMB 78 yuan each meal. Front desk is very helpful, and also arrange taxi for me to go to the airport."

Jinling Hotel Nanjing

10/10 Excellent

"Always keep the top standard nothing to complain."

Mercure Nanjing Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"breakfast here is. really really good. wide selection and tasty rooms were slightly dated looking, but still pretty good staff was mostly good but not so interactive (maybe didnt want to engage in english too much). cleaning staff was a bit aggressive though, kept wanting to take my towels and replace stuff etc even thogugh I had the DND sign on and generally do not really want my room entered during my stay. I think they at least waited until i was in my room before trying to see if they could do some cleaning and didnt do it in my absence. Maybe they're on some kind of quota? closest to xinjiekou station, though it takes about 10mins walk to get there"

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."

The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

10/10 Excellent

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

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)

Visit the majestic tomb of the man who ended China’s feudal monarchy and who is known as the father of modern China.

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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 in 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 have a fun-filled day 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 visit 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 travellers like for its temples. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 5 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller 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 will I find close to Purple Mountain Observatory?

Expedia has 5 hotels and other accommodation options 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! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Purple Mountain Observatory.

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 ways to get around, seeing all of the area near Purple Mountain Observatory is simple. Nearby metro stations include Mount Jiuhua Station, Jimingsi Station and Gangzicun Station. To see more of 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. Blossom Hill Hotel Nanjing Bojin

5. Hyatt Place Nanjing Xuanwu

6. YING'nFLO NANJING

7. UrCove By Hyatt Nanjing Zhongshanling Resort

8. Hotel Unic

9. Qingmu Hotel (Nanjing Xinzhuang Metro Station)

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

11. The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

12. Kempinski Hotel Nanjing

13. Holiday Inn Express Nanjing Xi'anmen by IHG

14. Ascott Xuanwu Lake Nanjing

15. Shangri-La Nanjing

16. The Westin Nanjing Xuanwu Lake

17. Sofitel Nanjing Galaxy Suning

18. Jinling Hotel Nanjing

19. InterContinental Nanjing by IHG

Top Purple Mountain Observatory Hotel Reviews

Ming Hotel Nanjing - MGallery Collection

Holiday Inn Nanjing Xuanwu Lake by IHG

Jinling Hotel Nanjing

Mercure Nanjing Downtown

Nanjing Central Hotel

Shangri-La Nanjing

The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing

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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