Chinatown Hotel

214 W 22nd Pl, Chicago, IL 60616, South Chicago, United States

2-star hotel

Guest rating: 3.1 / 5

Overview

Chinatown Hotel is a no-frills, 2-star budget property occupying a 4-story redbrick building in Chicago's Chinatown neighborhood on the South Side. With a 3.1 rating from 809 reviews, it appeals strictly to travelers prioritizing low cost over polish, and reviews indicate the experience varies widely depending on which room you're assigned. There is no elevator, so all floors are accessed via stairs.

Rooms

Guestrooms are simple and basic, equipped with a TV, free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a coffeemaker. Guests report inconsistent housekeeping standards, with some describing rooms as clean and adequate for the price while others have encountered cleanliness issues including a reported bed bug sighting and rooms left in poor condition prior to check-in. Bathroom amenities are minimal, with only a small single-use portion of shampoo provided at check-in, and at least one guest noted cold water issues.

Amenities

On-site amenities are limited to free lobby coffee and a guest-use microwave. The hotel does not have an elevator, and no fitness, pool, or dining facilities are documented.

Location

Set in Chinatown, the hotel is a 3-minute walk to the El train and a 4-minute walk to the Chinese American Museum of Chicago, with McCormick Place about 1.5 miles away. It's also within a couple of miles of several major Chicago attractions, including the Field Museum (2 km), Shedd Aquarium (2.3 km), Adler Planetarium (2.7 km), Grant Park (2.6 km), Willis Tower and Skydeck Chicago (about 3 km each), the Art Institute of Chicago and Cloud Gate (around 3.5 km), and The Chicago Theatre (3.7 km). Guests note the surrounding area has plenty of shops and highly regarded local restaurants within walking distance.

Best for

This hotel best suits extremely budget-conscious travelers and those attending events at nearby McCormick Place who need a cheap, no-frills base with easy El train access to downtown Chicago's major sights. It is not well suited to travelers seeking consistent cleanliness, modern amenities, or elevator access.

Travel tips

Use the nearby El train stop, just a 3-minute walk away, to reach downtown attractions like the Art Institute of Chicago, Millennium Park, and Willis Tower without needing a car. Since there's no elevator, request a lower-floor room if you have luggage or mobility concerns, and consider inspecting your room upon check-in given mixed cleanliness reports. Take advantage of the walkable Chinatown restaurants and shops right outside the door.

What guests say

Guest reviews are mixed and center heavily on value versus quality trade-offs. Many praise the low price relative to the convenient Chinatown location and note the surrounding restaurants and shops are excellent. However, a significant number of reviews cite serious cleanliness problems, including a reported bed bug sighting, rooms left in disarray before check-in, minimal bathroom supplies like a single small shampoo portion, and cold water. Accessibility is another recurring complaint, with at least one guest noting the lack of an elevator and inconsistent ADA room accommodations. Overall sentiment ranges from guests who found it acceptable for the price to others who strongly advise avoiding the property altogether.

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