This list covers hotels in Chinatown, Boston selected for guest rating, location within the neighborhood, and proximity to the Theater District and Tufts Medical Center. Every property sits inside Chinatown proper, not in adjacent Downtown Crossing, Bay Village, or the South End. The five hotels below span mid-range and upscale segments, giving theatergoers, medical travelers, and downtown visitors a range of verified, bookable options.
How we chose these hotels
Hotels qualify for this list by sitting physically inside Chinatown, Boston, carrying a minimum guest review score that reflects consistent satisfaction, and covering at least two price segments so travelers with different budgets find a match. Ranking follows a deterministic sequence: hotels with verified sustainability credentials come first, then higher star ratings, then higher guest scores, with alphabetical order as the final tiebreaker. The Theater District anchor matters because the Wang Theatre and Boch Center sit within a 5-minute walk of most Chinatown hotels, making these properties a practical base for evening performances. Tufts Medical Center sits at the southern edge of the neighborhood, so medical travelers and hospital visitors get walkable access without paying Back Bay or Seaport rates.
Hotels in Chinatown, Boston at a glance
| Hotel | Stars | Guest score | Nearest subway | Walk to Theater District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Downtown | 3 | 8.2 | Chinatown (Orange Line) | 4 min |
| Hyatt Regency Boston | 4 | 8.5 | Chinatown (Orange Line) | 6 min |
| The Ritz-Carlton, Boston | 5 | 8.4 | Boylston (Green Line) | 5 min |
| Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown | 4 | 8.0 | Chinatown (Orange Line) | 3 min |
| Moxy Boston Downtown | 4 | 9.0 | Chinatown (Orange Line) | 4 min |
Getting around Chinatown, Boston
- The MBTA Orange Line stops at Chinatown station on Essex Street, putting most Chinatown hotels within a 3 to 6 minute walk of rapid transit.
- The Silver Line SL4 and SL5 run through Boylston station at the northern edge of Chinatown, connecting to South Station and Logan Airport.
- The Wang Theatre and Boch Center on Tremont Street sit roughly 4 minutes on foot from the center of Chinatown.
- Tufts Medical Center is a 7 to 10 minute walk south along Washington Street from most Chinatown hotels.
- Street parking in Chinatown is scarce on weekday evenings when Theater District shows let out. Hotels with on-site or valet parking save guests a real headache.
Mid-range vs. upscale hotels in Chinatown, Boston
Mid-range travelers get the most value from the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Downtown and Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown, both of which sit on or near Washington Street and offer chain-brand reliability at prices well below what Back Bay properties charge for comparable rooms. Upscale travelers who want a higher service tier without leaving the neighborhood have two strong options: Hyatt Regency Boston on Avenue De Lafayette and The Ritz-Carlton, Boston on Avery Street. The Moxy Boston Downtown on Tremont Street occupies a design-forward middle ground, with a 9.0 guest score that outpaces several pricier neighbors. We have a separate page for boutique hotels in Boston if you want properties outside the chain segment.
Our Picks
Top Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown
275 Tremont Street, Boston
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Downtown
821 Washington Street, Boston
Hyatt Regency Boston
1 Avenue de Lafayette, Boston
Moxy Boston Downtown
240 Tremont Street, Boston
The Ritz-Carlton, Boston
10 Avery Street, Boston
FAQs
Common Questions
The Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown on Tremont Street and the Moxy Boston Downtown on Tremont Street both sit within a 3 to 4 minute walk of the Wang Theatre. The Ritz-Carlton, Boston on Avery Street is roughly 5 minutes on foot.
The Orange Line stops at Chinatown station on Essex Street, which is the primary transit option for most Chinatown hotels. The Green Line stops at Boylston station at the northern edge of the neighborhood, closest to The Ritz-Carlton on Avery Street. The Silver Line SL4 and SL5 run through Boylston station and connect to South Station and Logan Airport.
Yes. The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston - Downtown on Washington Street and the Courtyard by Marriott Boston Downtown on Tremont Street both offer mid-range pricing with chain-brand reliability inside Chinatown proper.
Tufts Medical Center sits at the southern edge of Chinatown. Most hotels on this list are within a 7 to 12 minute walk, with the DoubleTree by Hilton on Washington Street being among the closest at roughly 9 minutes on foot.
The Moxy Boston Downtown on Tremont Street has a rooftop bar, which makes it a popular choice for guests attending Theater District shows who want a pre- or post-show drink without leaving the property.
The Moxy Boston Downtown carries the highest guest score on this list at 9.0, followed by the Hyatt Regency Boston at 8.5. Both sit on or near Tremont Street with direct access to the Theater District.
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