Hotels in Xinjiekou Area/Presidential Palace, Nanjing

This trip was for the Nanjing Marathon, and I spent a lot of time deliberating over hotels beforehand. Xiaohongshu (a Chinese social media platform) highly recommended hotels in Xinjiekou, so I focused my search there. Jinling Hotel is undeniably the best in this area (not counting the unconventional Carlton, which is a different story), but the price is relatively higher. I was initially hesitant, but considering I was with my wife and child, I decided it was worth splurging for a better stay. **Service:** First, let's talk about the service. It certainly lives up to Jinling Hotel's reputation. We arrived in the morning, and as soon as we got out of the car, the doorman proactively came to help with our luggage, very polite and attentive. Upon entering the lobby, another staff member actively opened the door, greeting us with a smile and politeness. When checking in, the front desk staff was also very polite and enthusiastic. The overall feeling was excellent, truly commendable. **Environment:** Since I had to wake up early for the marathon the next day and didn't want to disturb my wife and child, I specifically booked a junior suite in the Jinling Tower. The room was very spacious with a logical layout. The bedroom, bathroom, and living room all had sliding doors for separation, which was a fantastic design. The room was tidy and clean. Welcome fruits and sodas were complimentary, and chargeable items were clearly marked. Thumbs up! **Amenities:** We booked a room with breakfast. The listed price seemed to be over 100 per person, but it was definitely worth the money, and the variety was incredibly rich. As a result, there were really a lot of people eating breakfast in the morning. However, it was a bit disappointing that breakfast didn't open earlier on the day of the marathon. We missed out on breakfast that first morning. In fact, since it was the annual local major event, I saw quite a few guests getting up early for the marathon, so it might be worth considering opening an hour earlier on that day. (We ended up eating instant noodles in the room that day.) **Location:** The hotel's location is excellent. Just turn left out of the hotel compound, and you'll find a subway entrance (Line 6), making it very convenient to get anywhere. **P.S.:** We stayed for two nights. On the second night, in the middle of the night, we heard two strange noises outside the window, similar to equipment starting up. Both my wife and I were woken up. My wife reported the situation to the front desk when checking out. The front desk staff was very professional and polite, repeatedly apologizing and explaining it was caused by a generator or something similar. Afterward, they gave our child a jigsaw puzzle as compensation. In reality, it wasn't a major issue and didn't affect us much, but the hotel's handling of the situation was very thoughtful. I'd like to give them a separate shout-out for that. In summary, our whole family was very satisfied with our stay at Jinling Hotel. If there's a next time, we will definitely choose Jinling Hotel again. (I didn't take any photos of the room, but it looks exactly like the official pictures.)

The location is excellent, making it very convenient for getting around. The front desk staff were wonderful and upgraded us to a suite with a fantastic view. The blackout curtains worked great, and the smart toilet was a 10/10 experience 💯. Service was efficient, the room was spacious, and the ventilation was good. The duvet was soft and I slept very comfortably, and the air conditioning and ventilation were also quite good.

The hotel is conveniently located at the Xinjiekou district, within walking distance of Zhangfuyuan metro station. There are many good eateries around. The hotel itself is a great value. The room is spacious, clean and comfortable. All the necessary amenities are provided, with generous supply of water, coffee and tea, and even soft drink in the fridge. Service is excellent. Faye, especially, is super friendly and helpful. A little piece of advice though: the food in the breakfast buffet should be kept warm. Also, the lighting at the pantry in the room should have a separate switch, so that it can be switched off without having to use the main switch. (Customers would definitely like to have the flexibility of keeping certain lights on.) Overall very satisfactory.

A very nice hotel in the old town of Nanjing with friendly and helpful staff. The room was bright, clean, and equipped with everything you could need. Breakfast was served outside the hotel at a restaurant directly across the street. Guests could choose their own breakfast selection. It's recommended to experience the quiet atmosphere in the streets around the hotel early in the morning. It gets very busy during the day.

Perfect location, taxi can be dropped off right in front of the hotel, and across the street from the hotel is the famous laomendong area, where you can find the amazing nanjing impression restaurant, this one is the more impressive looking space than other branches. Professional, well organised, rooms are cleaned and tidied, water, tea, and toiletries replenished every day. Plenty common areas to use, convenient, great value for money.

The cleanliness and hygiene were good, but the facilities are quite outdated. Our standard double room only came with one chair, forcing one of us to stand during meals. The bathroom featured frosted glass walls, which made showering a bit awkward. Soundproofing was also poor; we could easily hear staff conversations and doors opening outside our room. Additionally, a light strip in the bathroom couldn't be turned off, which was disruptive when trying to sleep. However, the hotel's biggest selling point is its unbeatable location: it's just 50 meters, a mere two-minute walk, from Xinjiekou Metro Exit 24. This single advantage completely overshadows all the drawbacks. The convenience of stepping directly from the metro into the hotel is simply amazing! Xinjiekou itself is a major hub, home to the iconic bronze statue of Sun Yat-sen, and most of Nanjing's attractions are only two or three metro stops away. Staying at this location truly makes up for any shortcomings.

I'm back in Nanjing for a business trip and once again chose this hotel apartment, where I stayed recently, because it's simply excellent. The room is very spacious and comfortable. They upgraded my room again and even provided a welcome amenity. The hotel was very busy this week, apparently due to several tour groups, so it was almost fully booked. The prices were a bit higher, but I still decided to stay here. Thanks to the helpful front desk staff – I forgot to ask for their names, but I appreciate their assistance. The housekeeping service was also great. The gym is still super impressive 👍, and the location is very convenient, with direct access to Metro Line 1 from B1. I'll likely choose this place again on my next visit. Thumbs up! 👍

The young lady at the front desk was incredibly sweet and welcoming. The hotel's location is fantastic, very close to both the subway station and Fuzimiao (Confucius Temple). There are plenty of shopping options nearby. It's particularly recommended for young fans who enjoy buying 'merch' (collectibles) at Shuiyoucheng mall. Ideal for families with children and elderly members who enjoy exploring at a relaxed pace.

This hotel is located in the heart of the commercial district, right next to Deji Plaza, making shopping and getting around incredibly convenient. The hotel itself boasts a rich array of stylish amenities. Upstairs, you'll find Longyin Jiupin, a renowned Nanjing restaurant giant, and downstairs, there are two whisky and cocktail bars, balancing quality with ambiance. The interior design is elegant and highly sophisticated. The first impression of the hotel's service was truly outstanding. The front desk proactively upgraded our room and was warm and attentive, even custom-making a cartoon room key for my child, which showed incredible thoughtfulness. The upgraded three-bedroom, 200 sqm suite was incredibly spacious and comfortable. The main drawback was the inconsistency in service. Restaurant service was slow to respond; even if the venue was booked for an event, they should have been more proactive in attending to guests. Even less professional was hearing staff loudly discussing internal matters in public areas during the latter part of breakfast service, which was inappropriate. In summary, this is a highly competitive hotel in terms of location, facilities, and core services. However, it needs to improve its dining service details and staff professionalism to match its high-end positioning. All in all, I'll definitely be staying here again on my next trip to Nanjing.

Two of my colleagues recommended this place to me. I have to say, the service here is truly excellent. On the afternoon of the 6th, the front desk lady saw it was my birthday on my ID and very thoughtfully wished me a happy birthday, which was heartwarming. My child was bumped into by a cleaner moving things in the elevator, and the staff member even called to apologize, giving my child a small toy and two bottles of coke. With service like that, you can't even get mad. The room is also great; the cleaning staff do an exceptionally thorough job every day. The location is convenient for getting anywhere, and the price is quite reasonable. My child was especially happy, and we'll definitely stay here again next time we visit.