What is Downtown St. Louis like?

Downtown St. Louis is an historic neighbourhood known for its array of dining options and sporting events. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown St. Louis? Consider a visit to Gateway Arch while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown St. Louis?

Based on our traveller data, Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown St. Louis. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Gateway Arch, and it offers 3 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch and Live by Loews - St.Louis .

How many hotels will I find in Downtown St. Louis?

If you're searching for places to stay in St. Louis, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 152 Downtown St. Louis hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown St. Louis, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in Downtown St. Louis.

What are the top things to see and do in Downtown St. Louis?

Washington Avenue Historic District, Old Courthouse and St. Louis Cathedral are landmarks that can't be missed during your stay in Downtown St. Louis. You could also plan a visit to Gateway Arch or Gateway Arch National Park while you're in the neighbourhood. Enterprise Center and St. Louis Union Station are some popular places to visit in the area around Downtown St. Louis. While you're out sightseeing in St. Louis, make sure that you visit other sights such as Kiener Plaza or Museum at the Gateway Arch.

How can I get around Downtown St. Louis and the greater St. Louis area?

If you want to see more of the city, 8th and Pine Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Stadium Station and Convention Center Station.

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Our top choices for Downtown St. Louis hotels

1. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

Downtown St. Louis

Salvatore

HK$1,238 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

2. Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch

Downtown St. Louis

GLADYS

HK$1,407 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Louis Downtown

Downtown St. Louis

Karen

HK$1,063 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

Indoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

4. Hampton Inn St. Louis-Downtown (At the Gateway Arch)

Downtown St. Louis

Alexander

HK$1,121 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

5. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Union Station

Downtown West, 1.8 km from Downtown St. Louis

Katy

HK$1,259 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

6. Live by Loews - St.Louis

Downtown St. Louis

Frank

HK$1,483 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St. Louis Downtown

Downtown West, 2.1 km from Downtown St. Louis

Bonnie

HK$1,169 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

8. Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Downtown/Convention Center

Downtown St. Louis

Kristy

HK$904 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

9. Marriott St. Louis Grand

Downtown St. Louis

Andrew

HK$1,418 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

10. Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station

Downtown West, 2.1 km from Downtown St. Louis

Michael

HK$1,073 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

11. Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Downtown St. Louis

Carol

HK$1,037 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe

12. The Westin St. Louis

Downtown St. Louis

Joanne

HK$1,203 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

13. 21C Museum Hotel St Louis

Downtown West, 1.4 km from Downtown St. Louis

Zane

HK$1,357 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

14. St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown West, 1.7 km from Downtown St. Louis

Mirjana

HK$1,752 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

15. Hilton Pennywell St. Louis at the Arch

Downtown St. Louis

neyba tania

HK$1,121 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

16. Tru By Hilton St. Louis Downtown

Downtown West, 1 km from Downtown St. Louis

isabel

HK$895 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

17. Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Downtown West

Downtown West, 2.3 km from Downtown St. Louis

Jonathan

HK$1,065 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

18. Missouri Athletic Club

Downtown St. Louis

Jill

HK$1,197 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

19. Four Seasons Hotel St Louis

Downtown St. Louis

Marty

HK$3,440 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

20. Element by Marriott St. Louis Midtown

Midtown, 4.5 km from Downtown St. Louis

Heather

HK$1,211 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Truitt Hotel	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 12 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 3,761 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Union Station	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,539 reviews	View
Live by Loews - St.Louis	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,341 reviews	View
Four Seasons Hotel St Louis	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown St. Louis

Find the best Downtown St. Louis areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown St. Louis

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Clayton

Take time in Clayton to visit attractions like Chapel of St. Timothy And St. Titus, Concordia Seminary and Shaw Park Tennis Center. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Clayton Station to see more of the city.

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Central West End

Enjoy this relaxed area, the ultimate destination for a lazy afternoon. Browse unique stores, admire artworks and sip coffee at sidewalk tables shaded by trees.

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Creve Coeur

Travellers come to Creve Coeur for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Creve Coeur Golf Club and Skip Viragh Center for the Arts while you're in town.

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St. Charles Historic District

St. Charles Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Historic Main Street and Missouri River while in the area.

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Downtown West

While visiting Downtown West, you might make a stop by sights like St. Louis Union Station and Enterprise Center.

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Top Downtown St. Louis Hotel Reviews

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean. Staff were singing while they were helping guest at breakfast and was in such a great mood"

Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a wonderful experience at The Magnolia! Every staff member we interacted with from the minute we walked in was extremely friendly and courteous, and they really made you feel welcome. The location is great, the hotel is extremely clean and taken care of, and"

Hampton Inn St. Louis-Downtown (At the Gateway Arch)

10/10 Excellent

"The room had an amazing view of the arch the hotel is so close to everything. Love the linens so comfortable had everything we needed nice pool and staff was so hands on I got stuck in the elevator late at nite and got me a new key to get in my room I thank you for that"

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Our top choices for Downtown St. Louis hotels

1. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

2. Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Louis Downtown

4. Hampton Inn St. Louis-Downtown (At the Gateway Arch)

5. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Union Station

6. Live by Loews - St.Louis

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St. Louis Downtown

8. Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Downtown/Convention Center

9. Marriott St. Louis Grand

10. Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station

11. Magnolia Hotel St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

12. The Westin St. Louis

13. 21C Museum Hotel St Louis

14. St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

15. Hilton Pennywell St. Louis at the Arch

16. Tru By Hilton St. Louis Downtown

17. Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Downtown West

18. Missouri Athletic Club

19. Four Seasons Hotel St Louis

20. Element by Marriott St. Louis Midtown

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Where to stay in Downtown St. Louis

Clayton

Central West End

Creve Coeur

St. Charles Historic District

Downtown West

Top Downtown St. Louis Hotel Reviews

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

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