Must-see hotels in Missouri

  • Shakespeare Chateau

    Missouri

    This elegant 1885 mansion houses five spacious guest rooms upstairs and a handful of common parlors from which to soak in the opulence of yesteryear…

  • Jefferson House B&B

    Kansas City

    Jefferson House is funkier than most Missouri mansion-cum-B&Bs, with a mix of modern and classic touches. There are just three rooms and one has sweeping…

  • Cheshire

    St Louis

    This upscale inn near Forest Park oozes character, from its stained-glass windows to the all-encompassing British literary theme. The hodgepodge of…

  • Boone's Colonial Inn

    Missouri

    The four suites in these 1820 stone row houses are posh escapes. If all are booked out, try the sister property, Boone's Lick Trail Inn, five blocks down…

  • Best Western Route 66 Rail Haven

    Springfield

    Perfectly maintained and right up-to-date where it counts, this 1956 motor court is a Route 66 classic. Lovingly restored by its owners, the motel has…

  • Branson Hotel

    Missouri

    Dating to 1903, this plush nine-room B&B is right in the old town. It's away from the frenetic commercialism of the Strip, and has a great on-site wine…

  • Parkway Hotel

    St Louis

    Right in the midst of Central West End's upscale fun, this indie eight-story hotel contains 217 remodeled rooms (with refrigerators and microwaves) inside…

  • Southmoreland on the Plaza

    Kansas City

    The 12 rooms at this posh B&B are furnished like the home of your rich country-club friends. It's a big old mansion between the art museums and the Plaza…

  • Landing Current River

    Missouri

    Perched along the banks of the Current River near Van Buren, this scenic hotel is the perfect base for exploring the Ozark National Scenic Riverways. All…

  • Higher Ground Hotel

    Missouri

    Across the street from the Truman Home, this 30-room hotel looks basic from the outside. Enter its cheery halls, however, and you'll find well-appointed …

  • Tiger Hotel

    Missouri

    This centrally located boutique hotel is a welcome alternative to the chains that encircle Columbia. Opened in 1928, it's had a thorough refurbishment,…

  • Aladdin

    Kansas City

    Affiliated with Holiday Inn, this 16-story hotel dates from 1925. It has been restored to its Italian Romanesque splendor and has 193 compact yet stylish…

  • Inn St Gemme Beauvais

    Missouri

    The oldest continuously operated B&B in Missouri, with elegant period decor befitting the building's 1848 construction date. Afternoon tea is served at…

  • Munger Moss Motel

    Missouri

    Ready for a snooze? Head to this 1940s Route 66 motel. It's got a monster of a neon sign and Mother Road–loving owners, who have decorated the rooms with…

  • Moonrise Hotel

    St Louis

    The stylish eight-story Moonrise has a high profile amid the high energy of the Loop neighborhood. Its 125 rooms sport a lunar motif, but are grounded…

  • Missouri Athletic Club

    St Louis

    Stay in style Downtown close to the Arch. The Missouri Athletic Club is a grand old facility with 73 nice, traditional hotel rooms.

  • Napoleon's Retreat

    St Louis

    A lovely Second French Empire–style home in historic and leafy Lafayette Square, this B&B is only available to rent in its entirety. If you need three…

  • Trout Hollow Lodge

    Missouri

    This no-frills motel has a variety of lodging options (from basic rooms to fully equipped cabins, most with kitchens) and makes a great cheapie thanks to…

  • Baymont

    Kansas City

    Formerly the Oak Tree Inn, this comfy yet unassuming motel is the value leader for KC. Rooms are standard, yet have refrigerators and microwaves. Just off…

  • AC Hotel Kansas City Westport

    Kansas City

    This Marriott in disguise is centrally located in Westport. All 123 rooms have a clean-lined modern style. Extras include free local shuttles.

  • America's Best Value Inn

    Kansas City

    Convenient to everything, this basic 52-room motel has inside corridors and a pool big enough for a small family.

  • Garden House B&B

    Missouri

    This Victorian house lives up to its name. Some rooms share bathrooms, others have river views.

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