Clayton
St. Louis
Popular places to visit
Washington University in St. Louis
Explore the campus of Washington University in St. Louis during your stay in St. Louis. Amble around the area's lush forest or attend a sporting event.
St. Louis Union Station
You can learn more about the history of St. Louis during your trip to a well-known site such as St. Louis Union Station. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
Busch Stadium
Catch an event at Busch Stadium during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a baseball game.
Gateway Arch
Visit the Museum of Westward Expansion, then ascend to the top of the tallest man-made monument in the US for breathtaking views of St. Louis.
St. Louis Zoo
In the middle of St. Louis, meet the exotic and endangered animals that live in meticulously recreated ecosystems from all over the world.
Enterprise Center
Catch an event at Enterprise Center during your trip to St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
Things to do
St. Louis Narrated Trolley Tour
St. Louis Ghost Tour: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Downtown St. Louis Smartphone Guided Audio Walking Tour App
St. Louis Premium Small Group Tour With Arch & River Cruise
Lemp Haunted Neighborhood Walking Tour
Top hotels in Clayton
Clayton Plaza Hotel & Extended Stay
Our stay was okay. I was disappointed that the hotel held $236 for a deposit, although it was supposed to be $50 per day. We only stayed from March 27 to March 29. I didn't like that we only received 2 towels and found the toilet paper to be rough like sandpaper. Additionally, the parking garage ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis
Excellent and the room service food was AMAZING. We are making this hotel our go to everytime we visit st. Louis
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton
I don't think people should pay for parking while staying at a hotel. St Louis has very bad parking issues. The room could of been a bit bigger but otherwise it was good . Communication was not the best with hotel staff. I asked a question one person would say yes then when I go to check the answer ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Clayton/St. Louis-Galleria Area
Breakfast had a wide selection. Location was quiet.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
AC Hotel St. Louis Clayton
The room was clean and modern, if a bit spartan. The staff was friendly and helpful, responsive when needed. Didn't use the hotel bar. Parking was convenient and affordable, with a self-park option right next to the hotel that ran about half of the valet service cost and the hotel staff guided us ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Near Union Station
There were lots of families in the hotel for spring break; the breakfast room was packed - couldn’t get a cup of coffee because the pot was empty.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Clayton
University City
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in University City. Top attractions like Museum of Transportation and Center of Creative Arts are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Forsyth Station or U City Big Bend Station to see more of the city.
Dogtown
When in Dogtown, you can plan a visit to St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ladue
Ladue is well liked for its restaurants and churches. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Saint Louis Galleria Mall and St. Louis Zoo are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
The Hill
While The Hill isn't home to many top sights, St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Science Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Central West End
If you're looking for things to see and do in Central West End, ample dining options and lush forests are highlights. You might also check out World Chess Hall of Fame while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Central West End Station to get around town.
The Grove
While there might not be top attractions in The Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Louis Zoo and St. Louis Science Center.
