The 2 Best Luxury Hotels in St. Louis
An art museum with a historic pool or a grand hotel with a day spa and an omakase counter? Our travel advisors find the one among the luxury hotels in St. Louis that suits your trip, with personal advice along the way. Every suitespot booking comes with free breakfast for 2, a room upgrade subject to availability, hotel credit and VIP service – benefits worth over €500.
The best-known hotels in St. Louis
Which of the best hotels in St. Louis is right for you? Below you see the hotels at a glance with location, suitespot score and price per night. Our tip: for art, the stadium and evenings downtown, stay at the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis; for meetings in Clayton and a spa day, we recommend The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis.
| Hotel | Location | suitespot score | Price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis | Clayton | ★ 4.5/5 | 580 € |
| 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis | Downtown West | ★ 4.0/5 | 163 € |
Your guide to the best luxury hotels in St. Louis
21c Museum Hotel St. Louis · Downtown WestFor art lovers and swimmers we recommend the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis, with galleries open around the clock and a restored pool from 1926. Food lovers, spa guests and travelers with a dog stay at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis, home to Sorrento Coast cooking and a six-seat omakase counter.At no extra cost: booking through suitespot costs the same as booking direct with the hotel – the benefits come on top, free of charge.
New and freshly renovated: what you find in the luxury hotels in St. Louis today
A hotel that doubles as a museum: since August 2023 the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis has welcomed guests through galleries of contemporary art, free to enter and open day and night. It occupies the former central YMCA on Locust Street.
The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis · ClaytonThe old racquetball courts now hold two-story suites with their own fitness lofts, and the lap pool with its original tile is yours to swim in as a hotel guest. On the ground floor, Idol Wolf serves Spanish food and Good Press pours coffee from local roasters.
At The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis, rooms and suites have been completely redesigned in a contemporary-classic style with Juliet balconies. The 18th-floor Club Lounge with views to the Gateway Arch, the Cigar Club and its terrace, and the restaurant now run by Casa Don Alfonso were renovated as well.
Spa & wellness at the luxury hotels in St. Louis: red granite massages and a pool from 1926
Massages with a Missouri accent: The spa at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis is a day spa focused on massage, with facials, body scrubs, wraps, steam and sauna. Regional signatures are the Missouri Red Rock Massage with sweet orange and Missouri red granite and the Missouri Black Walnut Massage. It is open daily from 7 am to 7 pm.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
Swim laps like it's 1926: The lower level of the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis holds the Locust Street Athletic & Swim Club. The restored YMCA pool has four lanes and its historic tile, and a long hot tub sits where the bleachers once stood. Steam room, sauna, studios and two massage rooms complete a club that hotel guests share with local members.
Our tip: a morning massage
The spa in Clayton opens at 7 am. If you want to unwind before a day of meetings, book the Missouri Red Rock Massage for early morning and keep the rest of the day free.
Dining at St. Louis luxury hotels: Sorrento, omakase and Spanish tapas
Southern Italy in Clayton: At The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis, Casa Don Alfonso cooks relaxed Mediterranean food inspired by the Iaccarino family and their Don Alfonso 1890 on the Sorrento Coast, from breakfast to dinner. Chef de cuisine is Ferdinando “Nino” Annio Ricupero, and once a month the restaurant hosts its “Brunch di Lusso”.
Japan at the counter: On select nights, ACHI – The Omakase Experience serves ten courses with ingredients from Japan, prepared by itamae at a six-seat counter. The sushi bar in the Lobby Lounge is more casual, daily from 5 to 10 pm. Later, the wood-panelled Cigar Club pours scotch and whiskey for overnight guests and club members only.
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
Tapas downtown: At the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis, Matthew Daughaday cooks Spanish at Idol Wolf, with tapas and paella made from Midwestern farm produce. The bar behind double-height windows, a lounge and the old billiards room open right off it.
Our tip: six seats for ACHI
The omakase runs on select nights only and requires a reservation. Tell us your preferred evening when you book, and our travel advisors will request one of the six counter seats for you.
Luxury hotels in St. Louis with history: a 1926 YMCA and a grand hotel in Clayton
The 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis occupies a building from 1926: Louis LaBeaume and Eugene S. Klein designed the ten-story Renaissance Revival structure as the YMCA's central branch. The library, billiards room and a whispering gallery survived the conversion, and since 2023 the hotel has been a member of Historic Hotels of America.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis opened in 1990 in the Arts and Garden District. Clayton is an independent city and the county's business center, a few minutes west of downtown. The grand hotel has 299 rooms and suites, a ballroom for up to 1,300 guests and a Club Lounge with four culinary presentations a day.
Where to stay in St. Louis: Clayton or Downtown West – the right location for your 5-star hotel
For travelers, the city falls into two areas, each with its own rhythm. For your 5-star hotel, what matters most is whether you want art and the stadium within walking distance or quiet evenings in the business district.
Clayton: The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis sits in the Arts and Garden District, a few minutes west of downtown and about eight miles from Lambert airport; there is no shuttle, but the hotel arranges a private car or limousine on request. Recommended for business trips, spa days and evenings in the Cigar Club.
- Breakfast for two, every day
- Room upgrade subject to availability
- Hotel credit, e.g. US$100
- Early check-in and late check-out
- VIP service and personal advice
- Points and status in the hotel programme
At no extra cost: you pay the same rate as booking direct with the hotel – the suitespot benefits come on top, free of charge.
Downtown West: The 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis stands on Locust Street, a short way from City Museum, the Gateway Arch and the soccer stadium. Ideal for art fans, game days and anyone who wants to explore downtown on foot.
Getting your bearings: Between the two areas lies Forest Park with its museums, a good stop on the way from Clayton into the city.
Our tip: the right rate at 21c
At the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis, the 100 US dollar hotel credit and the upgrade on arrival are not part of every rate. Tell our travel advisors you would like both, and they will book the matching rate for you.
What a night at a 5-star hotel in St. Louis costs – and what is included
Rates start at 162 € at the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis and at 579 € at The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis. For today's prices and open rooms on your travel dates, see the hotel list further down.
| Luxury hotel | From | suitespot benefits from | suitespot score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clayton | |||
| The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis | 579 € | 1st night | ★ 4.5/5 |
| Downtown West | |||
| 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis | 162 € | 1st night | ★ 4.0/5 |
Included: The 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis serves breakfast for two every day. At The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis you receive a daily 45 US dollar breakfast credit at Casa Don Alfonso for up to two people, plus a 100 US dollar hotel credit and a welcome gift. An upgrade on arrival and early check-in and late check-out, subject to availability, come with both hotels, at 21c depending on the rate.
From the first night: Neither hotel asks for a minimum stay.
Programs: The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis belongs to Marriott Bonvoy, the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis to ALL (Accor). Through suitespot you book the direct rate, so points and elite nights go to your account and your status is honored as usual.
St. Louis through the year: Spring and fall invite long walks in Forest Park and along the Mississippi, summer evenings belong to terraces and games at the stadium, and winter is the season for museums, galleries and long dinners. On big game weekends, reserve one of the St. Louis 5-star hotels early.
The hotels in St. Louis at a glance
What sets the hotels in St. Louis apart – from their opening year to the spa:
| Hotel | Opened | Spa |
|---|---|---|
| The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis | 1990 | ✓ |
| 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis | 2023 | ✓ |
Earn points & use your status in St. Louis
Two programs are on offer here: The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis belongs to Marriott Bonvoy, the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis to ALL (Accor). Because you book the hotel's direct rate through us, points and elite nights are credited to your account, and your status benefits apply as usual.
| Program | Hotels | Examples in St. Louis |
|---|---|---|
| ALL (Accor) | 1 hotel | 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis |
| Marriott Bonvoy | 1 hotel | The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis |
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Frequently asked questions about luxury hotels in St. Louis
How much does a luxury hotel in St. Louis cost per night?
The 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis starts at 162 €, The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis at 579 €. With suitespot, both include breakfast for two or a daily credit for it.
What is the best luxury hotel in St. Louis?
It depends on your trip: for art, the stadium and downtown we recommend the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis; for spa time, meetings in Clayton and fine dining, The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis.
Which luxury hotels in St. Louis have special suites?
At the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis you can stay in two-story suites built into the former racquetball courts, each with a fitness loft. At The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis all suites have been redesigned, and the 18th-floor Club Level looks out to the Gateway Arch.
Where should I stay in St. Louis?
For culture, City Museum and game days, Downtown West, home of the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis. For quiet evenings and meetings in the Clayton business district, The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis.
Which hotel in St. Louis has a pool?
The 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis: its lower level holds the restored 1926 YMCA lap pool with four lanes, original tile and a long hot tub.
Is there a luxury hotel with a spa in St. Louis?
Yes, The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis has a day spa with steam and sauna, known for the Missouri Red Rock Massage with red granite and sweet orange. It is open daily from 7 am to 7 pm.
Can I earn points at hotels in St. Louis?
Yes. At The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis you earn Marriott Bonvoy points, at the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis ALL (Accor) points, both with elite nights, because you book the direct rate through suitespot.
Which hotel in St. Louis is also an art museum?
The 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis. Its contemporary art galleries are free and open around the clock, also to visitors who are not staying there.
Where can I eat well in St. Louis hotels?
At The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis, Casa Don Alfonso serves Southern Italian cooking and ACHI offers omakase on select nights. At the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis, Idol Wolf serves Spanish tapas and paella.
Which luxury hotel in St. Louis accepts pets?
The Ritz-Carlton St. Louis welcomes pets. At the 21c Museum Hotel St. Louis pets are not permitted.
What should I look for in St. Louis 5-star hotels?
Start with location: Downtown West puts the museum, the Arch and the stadium within walking distance, while Clayton offers quieter evenings in the business district. Then the benefits, since breakfast, credits and upgrades vary by hotel and rate.
Is there a minimum stay in St. Louis?
No, at both hotels your suitespot benefits apply from the first night.
