St. Louis offers a strong selection of family-friendly hotels, many within walking distance of the Gateway Arch and Forest Park. Downtown properties like Drury Plaza St. Louis at the Arch provide free hot breakfasts and indoor pools, while others near Forest Park offer free parking and suites with refrigerators. Budget ranges from $120 per night at Drury Hotels to over $400 at luxury properties like Four Seasons St. Louis. Most family hotels include on-site fitness centers, indoor or outdoor pools, and rooms with separate living areas.
The Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Union Station and Drury Inn & Suites Near Forest Park are top-rated for families, each offering complimentary hot breakfast and indoor swimming. For a more upscale option, The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza sits across from Forest Park with three restaurants and a seasonal outdoor pool. The Four Seasons St. Louis even provides free babysitting services. Families should book near the Arch for easy access to Busch Stadium and the Old Courthouse, or near Forest Park for the zoo and science center. Many hotels also offer free Wi-Fi and on-site parking, making trips stress-free.