Last updated on February 28th, 2020 at 04:08 pm
Written By a Guy Actually from New York City
Planning on visiting New York City but don’t know where to stay for your first visit? The answer is easy. Look for a hotel in Manhattan’s Chinatown. I’ll tell you the reasons why Chinatown is the best area in the entire New York State to stay for your first Big Apple experience.
And I’ll show you the top 10 best hotels in the heart of NYC’s Chinatown. First, here are some reasons why you should consider staying in one of the most famous, yet cultural and historic neighborhoods in NYC.
Why You Should Stay in Manhattan’s Chinatown
On the books, there are three official Chinatowns in all of NYC’s five boroughs. Though off the books there are actually nine Chinatowns New York City!
Reasons Why You Should Stay in NYC’s Chinatown
- Manhattan’s Chinatown is surrounded by subway train stations. Whether you want to go uptown, downtown, east or west to another borough there’s a subway station in Chinatown that will get you there. Some hotels I’ve listed below are near the Canal Street subway stations. And a handful located near Grand Street subway stations.
- Food, food and glorious food. Today, Chinatown is not just about Chinese food and its ethnic variations. We’ve got restaurants representing Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Korean and fusion. With Little Italy, right in Chinatown, you’ll get your pizza and pasta fix instantly.
- Manhattan’s Chinatown is located in lower Manhattan. Which means you can walk to most attractions downtown, such as Brooklyn Bridge, Wall Street, Battery Park, Freedom Tower, and the 9/11 Memorial.
Best Hotels in Manhattan’s NYC Chinatown
Low season rates in NYC starts January to late March. High season begins October to December. Shoulder seasons are best times to visit NYC from late April through July.
Good news is there are many hotels in Manhattan Chinatown today competing for tourist dollars.
- Budget: $150 to $200 per room
- Mid-Level: $200 to $250 per room
- High-End: $250 to $400 per room
1. HOTEL MULBERRY
Hotel Mulberry – 52 Mulberry Street, Chinatown, New York, NY 10013
This hotel is located right across a popular public city park called Columbus Park. It has a lot of good reviews for clean rooms perfect for a quiet rest. There are many restaurants nearby that require a short stroll. You can walk to Little Italy in 5 minutes. Hotel Mulberry is just a small quaint hotel so many rooms sell out fast.
Read reviews and check rates for Hotel Mulberry on Booking.com
2. CITY ROOMS HOTEL SOHO
City Rooms NYC SOHO – 120 Lafayette Street, SOHO, New York, NY 10013
City Rooms NYC is located on the edge of Canal Street and Lafayette. By staying here you will be right on the border of Chinatown and SOHO.
Read reviews and check for discounts on Agoda.com
3. 11 HOWARD Hotel
11 Howard – 11 Howard SoHo, New York, NY 10013
Just slight above City Rooms NYC Soho, 11 Howard is more upscale and pricier. So you’ll find higher levels of service and room comforts.
Read reviews and check for discounts on Agoda.com
4. NOBELDEN
Just slight above City Rooms NYC Soho, 11 Howard is more upscale and pricier. So you’ll find higher levels of service and room comforts.
Read reviews and check for discounts on Booking.com
5. BEST WESTERN BOWERY HANBEE HOTEL
Best Western Bowery Hanbee Hotel – 231 Grand Street, Chinatown, New York, NY 10013
A popular hotel chain in a corner of Chinatown. With the large rooms, it’s perfect for traveling families on their first visit to NYC.
Read reviews and check for discounts on Agoda.com
6. HOTEL 50 BOWERY NYC
Hotel 50 Bowery – 50 Bowery, Chinatown, New York, NY 10013
A very stylish chic boutique hotel in the heart of NYC’s Chinatown. Make sure you check out the rooftop bar with a spectacular front view of the Manhattan Bridge.
Read reviews and check for discounts on Agoda.com
7. WYNDHAM GARDEN
Wyndham Garden Chinatown – 93 Bowery Street, Chinatown, New York, NY 10013
An affordable hotel in the heart of Chinatown by New York City standards. Close to the train stations with plenty of Asian dining options outside.
Read reviews and check for discounts on Agoda.com
8. LEON HOTEL
Leon Hotel – 125 Canal Street, Chinatown, New York, NY 10002
Another affordable quality hotel near historic Manhattan bridge. Also near a train station as well as many small Chinese restaurants to eat inexpensively like the locals know how to.
Read reviews and check for discounts on Booking.com
9. HOTEL MIMOSA
Hotel Mimosa – 79 Division Street, Chinatown, New York, NY 10002
One of the most affordable hotels in Manhattan’s Chinatown in the mid $200 dollar range. With no sacrifice in location, comfort and quality.
Read reviews and check for discounts on Booking.com
10. CANAL LOFT HOSTEL AND HOTEL
Canal Loft Hostel and Hotel – 94 Canal Street, New York, NY 10002
This small budget NYC hostel and hotel has mixed room dormitories and also all female room dormitories. Perfect for budget travelers in groups. Private rooms are also available.
Read reviews and check for discounts on Agoda.com
