Top 10 Hotels Near Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis for 2026

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An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a building in the background.

A modern bar area with a digital menu display, a seating area with a long table and chairs, and a wall with a colorful abstract design.

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a modern facade, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, a large dining table, and a seating area with chairs.

1. Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Brentwood

2.9 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Aaron

RM464

RM567 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a central fountain, and a view of a tower.

The exterior of the Charles F. Knight Center with a stone facade, large arched entrance, and a sign above the doors.

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a clock on the wall.

A buffet setup with various food items, a coffee station, and a refrigerator with beverages.

2. The Knight Center at Washington University

0.3 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Kenney

RM652

RM749 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a pool table, surrounded by large windows.

A spacious room with a long table and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a 'Welcome to the Show Nest' sign.

A snack and treat display with various products, including chips and beverages, in a store setting.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a wall with a welcome sign, and a view of the lobby.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park

Dogtown, 3.1 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Jennifer

RM565

RM666 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A rooftop terrace with a fire feature, outdoor seating, and a city view.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

A modern bar area with round tables and blue chairs, a wooden bar counter, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a modern brick facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.

4. Residence Inn By Marriott St. Louis Clayton

Clayton, 2.9 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Donna

RM689

RM828 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A rooftop terrace with modern outdoor seating, a fire pit, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel exterior with a dark facade, outdoor seating area, and a sign indicating it is a Marriott hotel.

A modern living room with a dark wood reception desk, a large bookshelf, and a marble accent wall.

A spacious dining area with round tables, elegant chandeliers, and a city view.

5. AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton

2.6 km from Washington University in St. Louis

anthony

RM523

RM611 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A rooftop restaurant with round tables, chairs, and a view of the city.

A modern lobby with a staircase, seating area, and an exit sign.

A rooftop terrace with seating areas, a decorative moon sculpture, and string lights.

A hotel with a prominent sign reading "MOONRISE."

6. Moonrise Hotel

1.3 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Nicole

RM538

RM640 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

The Clayton Plaza Hotel sign with a stone wall and plants in front.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A large conference room with rows of tables and chairs, a podium, and a buffet table with plates and napkins.

A lobby with a chandelier, a round table with a floral arrangement, and a painting on the wall.

7. Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay

2.4 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Sivakumar

RM384

RM448 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A cozy lounge area with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a bar counter.

An outdoor patio area with a pool, red umbrellas, and seating arrangements.

A traditional building with a stone facade, large windows, and outdoor seating area with wicker furniture.

A restaurant with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

8. The Cheshire

1.6 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Matthew

RM605

RM718 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A traditional Tudor-style building with a black awning labeled "28 Sally's Inn."

An outdoor patio with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by a building with a white facade and brick accents.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A restaurant interior with round tables, dark wood chairs, a black leather booth, and a large painting on the wall.

9. Seven Gables, St. Louis West, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2.6 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Jennifer

RM644

RM791 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and a kitchen counter.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a well-lit facade.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a central island, and various kitchen appliances.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, kitchenette, and a television.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton St Louis - Galleria

Clayton, 3.2 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Katrina

RM464

RM552 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar in the background.

A dining area with a staircase, wooden flooring, and a view of the outside.

A spacious indoor area with a high ceiling, large windows, and a view of the outside. There are several patterned sofas and chairs arranged around a central coffee table.

A hotel room with a large window, a chair with a green pillow, a small table with a lamp, a kitchenette with a mirror, and a patterned rug.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area

2.7 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Amanda

RM531

RM626 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A room with a green armchair, a round table, a lamp, and a mirror on the wall.

A modern interior with a chandelier, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.

A well-lit lobby with a chandelier, seating area, and decorative plants.

A room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a radiator.

12. Truitt Hotel

Lafayette Square, 8.9 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Yazonta

RM685

RM831 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A restaurant with round tables and chairs, a bar area, and a patterned ceiling.

A Drury Plaza Hotel with a large parking lot and multiple cars parked in front.

A lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and ottomans, and a patterned rug.

A spa bath with a sign indicating a capacity of 8 persons.

13. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood

3.8 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Jeana

RM554

RM658 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, offering a city view.

A spacious lobby with a blue sofa, a glass coffee table, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a large chandelier.

A hotel room with a large window offering a view of the Gateway Arch and a modern building.

14. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

Downtown St. Louis, 10.8 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Salvatore

RM550

RM643 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A log cabin with a stone chimney, wooden deck, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A rustic wooden bed with a quilt, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a door.

A cozy bedroom with a stone fireplace, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and a television on a wooden stand.

A stone fireplace with a wooden mantel, surrounded by rustic decor and a wooden ceiling.

15. The Lodge at Grant's Trail

11.8 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Patricia

RM770

RM886 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern outdoor lounge area with seating, a bar, and a view of a cityscape.

The exterior of the Clark & Bourbon hotel with a well-lit entrance, a marquee sign, and a landscaped planter area.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and bookshelves.

A modern bar area with a central fire feature, bar stools, and seating.

16. Live by Loews - St.Louis

Downtown St. Louis, 10.4 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Frank

RM648

RM771 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with a glass facade, seating area, and a staircase.

A bar area with a bartender, a bar counter with various bottles, and a view of the Gateway Arch.

A room with large windows overlooking a bridge and water, featuring wooden chairs and a small table.

A couple relaxing by a window overlooking a bridge and water.

17. Four Seasons Hotel St Louis

11 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Marty

RM1,528

RM1,787 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A multi-story building with a grand entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade at night.

A wooden table set for a meal under a tent with string lights, surrounded by chairs on a grassy area.

A dining room with two tables, chairs, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A hallway with a chandelier, a dining table with chairs, and a vase of flowers.

18. Grand Center Inn

6.6 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Leon and Janis

RM729

RM860 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern bar area with a wooden bar counter, black bar stools, and a large wall with city names.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a large forest-themed painting, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern lounge area with a stone wall, a flat-screen TV, a fireplace, and comfortable seating.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a counter, and pendant lighting.

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

Downtown West, 8.7 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Bonnie

RM510

RM607 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a courtyard with palm trees.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a bar area with shelves of bottles, and a large mirror above the bar.

An outdoor patio with a brick fireplace, wicker furniture, and a dining table set with food and drinks.

A bar area with a marble counter, bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

20. The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

Central West End, 3.9 km from Washington University in St. Louis

Erin

RM607

RM836 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Washington University in St. Louis

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Brentwood	9.4 Exceptional 904 reviews	View
The Knight Center at Washington University	9.4 Exceptional 688 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Residence Inn By Marriott St. Louis Clayton	9.4 Exceptional 240 reviews	View
AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton	9.2 Wonderful 404 reviews	View

Top Washington University in St. Louis Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites St. Louis - Galleria

8/10 Good

"Everything was good except I didnt get the king bed that I booked it wasn't any toilet paper rolls and no soap to wash my hands or shower gel"

Moonrise Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I have stayed many times at the moonrise and have never had a bad experience. Easy free parking, walkable to concert venues, food, outdoor activities. Safe part of town and the rooftop bar is always fun to hang out in"

The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the location and everything about this place. Will definitely stay again"

Homewood Suites by Hilton St Louis - Galleria

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very spacious and clean"

Other attractions near Washington University in St. Louis

Tao Tennis Center

Catch an event at Tao Tennis Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.

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Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum during your travels in St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Center of Creative Arts

Enjoy an outing to Center of Creative Arts during your stay in St. Louis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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St. Louis Walk of Fame

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at St. Louis Walk of Fame during your travels in St. Louis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Componere Gallery

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Componere Gallery in St. Louis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Chapel of St. Timothy And St. Titus, Concordia Seminary

Find out about the history of St. Louis when you take a trip to Chapel of St. Timothy And St. Titus, Concordia Seminary. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Tivoli Theatre

9.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Tivoli Theatre on your trip to St. Louis. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Washington University in St. Louis?

Washington University in St. Louis is located in a welcoming area of St. Louis known for its great live music scene and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 21 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Washington University in St. Louis?

Adjacent to Washington University in St. Louis, The Knight Center at Washington University is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices within a short distance include Moonrise Hotel and The Cheshire.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Washington University in St. Louis?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Washington University in St. Louis.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Washington University in St. Louis, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Washington University in St. Louis.

What can I see and do near Washington University in St. Louis?

St. Louis Art Museum, Missouri History Museum and St. Louis Science Center feature captivating exhibits. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Jewel Box, Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis and Sheldon Concert Hall. You can watch performances at The Muny Theater, Fox Theater and Powell Symphony Hall if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Washington University in St. Louis?

Head to Clayton Station to catch metro transport. If you'd like to venture farther outside of the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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Our top choices for Washington University in St. Louis hotels

1. Courtyard by Marriott St. Louis Brentwood

2. The Knight Center at Washington University

3. Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park

4. Residence Inn By Marriott St. Louis Clayton

5. AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton

6. Moonrise Hotel

7. Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay

8. The Cheshire

9. Seven Gables, St. Louis West, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton St Louis - Galleria

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area

12. Truitt Hotel

13. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood

14. Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis at the Arch

15. The Lodge at Grant's Trail

16. Live by Loews - St.Louis

17. Four Seasons Hotel St Louis

18. Grand Center Inn

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

20. The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

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Top Washington University in St. Louis Hotel Reviews

MainStay Suites St. Louis - Galleria

Moonrise Hotel

The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis

Homewood Suites by Hilton St Louis - Galleria

Other attractions near Washington University in St. Louis

Tao Tennis Center

Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Center of Creative Arts

St. Louis Walk of Fame

Componere Gallery

Chapel of St. Timothy And St. Titus, Concordia Seminary

Tivoli Theatre

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