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

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 150 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. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown St. Louis include St. Louis Union Station, Kiener Plaza and Museum at the Gateway Arch. While you're out sightseeing in St. Louis, make sure that you visit other sights such as AVA Garden Bar or Ballpark Village.

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.

The Best Hotels in Downtown St. Louis, St. Louis - 2026 Updated Prices

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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

Rp2.763.980 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

2. Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch

Downtown St. Louis

TRACY

Rp3.140.948 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Louis Downtown

Downtown St. Louis

Eloise

Rp2.373.709 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

Downtown St. Louis

Crystal

Rp2.501.689 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

5. Live by Loews - St.Louis

Downtown St. Louis

Royce

Rp3.311.279 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

Downtown West, 2.1 km from Downtown St. Louis

Erik

Rp2.609.651 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

7. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Union Station

Downtown West, 1.8 km from Downtown St. Louis

Katy

Rp2.811.257 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

8. Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station

Downtown West, 2.1 km from Downtown St. Louis

LaSonia

Rp2.395.422 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

Downtown St. Louis

Penny

Rp2.195.023 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

10. Four Seasons Hotel St Louis

Downtown St. Louis

Brandy

Rp7.678.223 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

11. 21C Museum Hotel St Louis

Downtown West, 1.4 km from Downtown St. Louis

Zane

Rp3.028.851 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

Downtown St. Louis

Gregory

Rp2.249.113 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

13. Hilton Pennywell St. Louis at the Arch

Downtown St. Louis

Laura

Rp2.501.689 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

Downtown West, 1.7 km from Downtown St. Louis

Lauren

Rp3.039.712 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

15. Marriott St. Louis Grand

Downtown St. Louis

Scott

Rp3.165.501 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

16. Angad Arts Hotel St. Louis, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.9 km from Downtown St. Louis

Arturo

Rp2.607.750 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

17. The Westin St. Louis

Downtown St. Louis

Joanne

Rp2.684.944 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

18. Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Downtown West

Downtown West, 2.3 km from Downtown St. Louis

Daryl

Rp2.375.150 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

19. Tru By Hilton St. Louis Downtown

Downtown West, 1 km from Downtown St. Louis

isabel

Rp1.997.993 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

20. Home2 Suites by Hilton St. Louis Downtown

Downtown West, 1 km from Downtown St. Louis

kaila

Rp1.997.993 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown St. Louis

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Truitt Hotel	2.0 star property	10.0 Exceptional 7 reviews	View
Live by Loews - St.Louis	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,323 reviews	View
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Union Station	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,527 reviews	View
Grand Center Inn	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 105 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott St. Louis Downtown	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown St. Louis

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

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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 St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station.

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Top Downtown St. Louis Hotel Reviews

The Westin St. Louis

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was fantastic. The staff was excellent. The hotel restaurant and bar were very good. I highly recommend the Westin Hotel if you're in Saint Louis."