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Chinatown Hotel Chicago

1.5 star property
Travelers find the perfect balance between Lake Michigan's scenic shores and modern hotel comforts in this well-positioned Chicago retreat

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Chinatown Hotel Chicago, near Lake Michigan, offers a convenient base for exploring. Amenities include in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and express check-out. Guests consistently note the property's well-maintained condition.

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Basic Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Superior Room

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Basic Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Classic Room, 1 Bedroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Classic Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Chinatown, a neighborhood in Chicago, Chinatown Hotel Chicago is near a metro station. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Field Museum of Natural History and Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at McCormick Place or Soldier Field. Visit our Chicago travel guide
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214 West 22nd Place, Chicago, IL, 60616

What's nearby

  • Have been driving across the country for over a week now and managed to rest up a bit and visit downtown Chicago. Spent the day looking for this iconic piece and finally found it. The Chicago Theatre was built in 1921 and was originally named the Balaban and Katz Chicago Theatre. This building has become the unofficial landmark for Chicago representing the rich arts and music culture Chicago is known for. In 1979 the building was added to the list of historic buildings, and later in 1983 was added as an official landmark for the City of Chicago.
    State Street
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • McCormick Place showing a high rise building and a city
    McCormick Place
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Soldier Field featuring landscape views and a city
    Soldier Field
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Chinatown Gateway
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wintrust Arena
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cermak-Chinatown Station
    3 min walk
  • Chicago McCormick Place Station
    19 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chiu Quon Bakery
    2 min walk
  • Triple Crown Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Tous Les Jours
    5 min walk
  • Legend Tasty House
    2 min walk
  • Mango Mango Dessert
    5 min walk

About this property

Chinatown Hotel Chicago

Hotel near McCormick Place
Located close to Field Museum of Natural History, Chinatown Hotel Chicago has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Express check-out, free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • A water dispenser, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a reception hall, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Chinatown Hotel Chicago include thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free newspapers.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and toilet paper
  • Digital channels, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Ceiling hoist
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Fixed shower seat
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

ChinaTown Hotel SRO
ChinaTown Hotel SRO LTD
ChinaTown Hotel SRO LTD Chicago
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ChinaTown SRO LTD Chicago
SRO LTD
Chinatown Hotel Chicago‏
Chinatown Hotel
Chicago Chinatown Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Chinatown Hotel Chicago pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chinatown Hotel Chicago?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Chinatown Hotel Chicago?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Chinatown Hotel Chicago located?

Located in Chinatown, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of State Street and McCormick Place. Soldier Field and Lake Michigan are also within 2 mi (3 km). Cermak-Chinatown Station is only a 3-minute walk and Cermak-McCormick Place Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Chinatown Hotel Chicago Reviews

5.6

5.4

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

6.2

Staff & service

4.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 267 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 195 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 248 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Friendly staff and heater was working great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness
It was an older hotel, but maintained and clean. The heater in my room did not work, but the staff moved me to a different room immediately. Staff was nice and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's not a palace, but it's safe, clean and quiet. It's in Chinatown, a block and a half from the L stop. There are lots of restaurants and shops nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing fancy, but I'll be back. Very safe and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Amenities
Quiet and close to good food and bar.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I go there often I like the location and the quiet room. The staff is polite.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DION

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I felt very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Staff & service
No frills hotel room with a reasonable price for Chicago and a great location to walk downtown. Also has parking very near for Chinatown at 18.99 for 24 hrs.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean as we entered and the shower all hot and clean. So the staff was great and helpful, although I did miss the the clue of ownership being in the small lobby at any time. But I understand that whats management is for. The time was spent minimal in room. I would go back and see family in the region.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice and helpful for our whole stay , the room was spotless and comfy. And what a wonderful area of culture to stay in. Absolutely recommended to everybody.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Great location. Cheap room. We knew the room would be small. We wanted a clean place to sleep near Chinatown. This place is a block from the subway (L) station. It’s right off one of the main shopping streets in old Chinatown. It’s in an old building which was less clean than I would have liked but not dirty. Linens were clean. It was pretty quiet. We will definitely stay here the next time we are in Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nafisa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fnu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location easy for eating because in Chinatown. Parking is very easy & free but must look sign. Highly recommend it & I will come back again .
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

JOCELYN

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The room was ok. The bed was clean and comfortable. The only problem was no sound on the TV.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great location near CTA Red Line station. Fun neighborhood. Could use some sprucing up, lots of peeling paint. Great deal for being so close to downtown and McCormick Place. No amenities, but there are properties going for 3-4 times the daily rate if that's important for your stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good.

It was exactly what I paid for. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corrin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Easy access to downtown and Chinatown. The hotel was lovely and if you grew up in these kind of communities you’ll be a ok. However don’t go in expecting a standard hotel experience! There were certainly stains on the wall and perhaps mold in the showers. But the bed was soft and the location great and the front desk staff lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Fine for the price.

This is a place totally in flux. For what I paid. Amazing location. It was a fine room. But super budget. My room was cleanish but the sheets were tattered, the bathroom was rough, but this is definitely a property where they are making an effort. Excited to see the future for them.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Nice staff. Room was a bit warm on arrival
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service

Fine

It’s fine service and quality with the price in Chicago. Staff tried to clean the stairs and public area as they can but sometimes other customers dropped their food on the stairs. Others’ doors and the fire department nearby were little noisy at night but might not be a regular issue (unsure if it’s because I travel over the weekend). One of the pillows was not clean but the pillow case was ok. Positive things about it would be the food options around are pretty nice, many shops, close to the train, and a walkable distance to a nice park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was great value and near to the Cermak subway station (walkable), in Chinatown. There are lots of eateries and various gift shops and supermarkets nearby too. The hotel is dated, despite signs everywhere that stated the fine for smoking and local bylaws, the hotel and our room stank of cigarettes. The room was basic but the bathroom was spacious and clean. The receptionist lent us a plug so that we could charge our phones, as we'd hoped they might have USB charging points, we were advised that this was an old hotel and didn't have such things. For a base to explore other parts of Chicago, this is a great value hotel but you get what you pay for and whilst the bedding was clean, the bathroom clean (with some free toiletries) it did feel grubbier, with the strong smell of stale cigarette smoke. However,the hotel met our needs for the 1 night that we stayed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was at an affordable rate. Downtown Chinatown area was very close by so you could walk from the hotel to shop end eat at a variety of establishments. With there being no elevator, getting a 3rd floor room was a bit tiresome going back and forth especially with how tight the stairway was. Walls were very thin so I pretty much heard my neighbors on the opposite end of the hall of the same floor and nearly all the commotion outside. There was only 1 worker at the front desk at all times and they weren't too helpful when it came to knowing parking accommodations. I'd recommend this property if you're in town for the weekend and didn't bring your own vehicle as parking is either at a nearby parking garage, a communal parking lot, or utilizing a 3rd party app to park your car overnight. All the rooms share a kitchen and fridge so that can be a big turnoff for people who intend to bring in leftovers or preparing food while staying.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Apolinar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location and price. This is right near the red line train station, which will take you to downtown. Not only that, but you’re right in the heart of Chinatown. It was pretty amazing being able to shop at the nearby stores, pick up some bread from the bakery across the street, or visit a restaurant nearby and for it to be a short walk overall! As others have mentioned, the place isn’t the most clean or well kept. I found some light trash under the bed, but I’m not sure that’s fair to count against them. I noticed the blanket had some holes and the desks looked to have cogarette burns. If you’re looking for something fancy, this isn’t it. But if you just want a place to spend the night, I’d highly recommend this place (especially cost-wise).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

naj

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
the bed had no bedbugs and was somewhat comfortable, but the area looks very ghetto and unsafe and i constantly heard screaming and running around the hallways. walls are also very thin and the window view was a dirty alleyway. also located near red line which is convenient but somewhat unsafe. and its in chinatown so it’s convenient to get breakfast in the morning. the bathroom condition was horrible and the toiletpaper holders were broken and run down. There was only one outlet in the entire room. and no elevator despite there being 3 floors
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No frills, no problem

We were wanting to check out the Whitesox Stadium. Plus, we were coming up for The Stones concert at Soldiers Field the next day. Already had a Hotel for that trip. We were looking for a cheaper place for our first night. Accomplished that times 3. The Chinatown hotel has no parking. We parked at a public lot, just a few minutes away. It was fine, and probably cheaper than most Hotel parking charges. We were able to check in early. We even got on the first floor. There are 3 floors, and no elevator. Our room was without any amenities, or wash cloths. The place was very clean. Workers were very friendly. AC worked well. Many restaurants really close.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024