Historic Hotels & Resorts in East St. Louis from NZ$132

You’re already probably planning a visit to places with historical relevance while on holiday in East St. Louis. While you’re here, why not check out the riverfront and restaurants?

Based on our travel expertise, Quality Inn & Suites near St. Louis and I-255 is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. St. Louis Union Station is a short 11-minute drive away.

In East St. Louis, there are 8 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Favourite places to visit include Casino Queen, Mississippi River and Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park. In the area, you’ll also find Gateway Arch and Busch Stadium.

A historic hotel gives guests the chance to stay in a building that has been officially recognised with a historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can be castles, stately homes, palaces or even pubs, lodges, old police stations or skyscrapers — any place of special interest. These types of hotels in East St. Louis typically retain original characteristics like traditional architecture and period features in guestrooms or communal spaces.

They are quite similar. “Historic hotel” is a term often used in the US, while “heritage hotel” is often used in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the architecture and building. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Yes, every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions, but interiors include modern conveniences and safety features. Visitors can expect the amenities you’d find in a hotel such as Smart TVs, WiFi and updated bathroom facilities. When you book a historic hotel in East St. Louis, it doesn’t mean you’re choosing a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or rundown.