What is the best family hotel in St. Louis, Missouri?

Hotels for Families currently rates Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood (Family Score 8.7/10) as the top family hotel in St. Louis, Missouri, based on our Family Score algorithm. The score weighs family-relevant amenities (pools, kid-focused activities, family rooms), guest-review sentiment from parents, and on-site convenience for traveling families.

How many family-friendly hotels are in St. Louis?

4 family-friendly hotels in St. Louis, Missouri meet our Family Score threshold (data completeness ≥ 2 reviews, no Adults Only filter, family-relevant amenities present). The average Family Score across these hotels is 6.7/10.

What amenities should I look for in a St. Louis family hotel?

The most common family-relevant amenities offered by hotels in St. Louis are Wifi, Free Wifi, Wheelchair access, Pets Allowed. Prioritize pools and kid-focused features for younger children, suite or family-room layouts for trips with grandparents or older kids, and on-site dining or kitchenettes to reduce restaurant runs.

How is the Family Score calculated?

The Hotels for Families Family Score is a 1–10 rating computed from 25+ family-relevant signals — pool and kids' amenities, room type and configuration, breakfast availability, parking, walkable family attractions, and AI-classified parent reviews. Hotels are re-scored when new reviews are ingested.

Family Hotels in St. Louis

0 family-friendly hotels in St. Louis, Missouri

Hotels

Avg Score

Top Score

Top Rated in St. Louis

4.7

Babies/Tots

Best For

Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood

Families rave about the Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood for its sparkling clean rooms, free breakfast and evening snacks, and fantastic pool. It's a great value with friendly staff and a prime location near attractions.

Based on 50 reviews (13 family reviews)

🥐Breakfast Included✨Family Rooms🏊‍♀️Heated Pool

4.2

Kids 5-12

Best For

Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Airport

Great airport hotel for families with clean rooms, friendly staff, and convenient shuttle service. Enjoy free breakfast and evening happy hour. Ideal for pre-flight stays.

Based on 50 reviews (5 family reviews)

🥐Breakfast Included✨Family Rooms🏊‍♀️Outdoor Pool

4.4

Teens

Best For

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis

Families enjoy exceptional staff service and luxurious rooms. Some reviews mention dated facilities, but overall, it's a solid choice for a comfortable stay.

Based on 50 reviews (12 family reviews)

✨Family Rooms✨Suites👕Laundry

Quick Answer

4 family-friendly hotels in St. Louis, Missouri are rated by the proprietary Hotels for Families Family Score (1–10). The average score is 6.7/10, with Drury Plaza Hotel St. Louis Brentwood leading at 8.7/10. Most-common family amenities: Wifi, Free Wifi, Wheelchair access, Pets Allowed.

All St. Louis Hotels

4 hotels total

2.9

Teens

Best For

Red Roof Inn St Louis - Westport/ Maryland Heights

Families appreciate the pet-friendly policy, free parking, and helpful staff. Some rooms are clean and comfortable, offering a good value for budget-conscious travelers. However, consistency in cleanliness and maintenance can be an issue.

Based on 50 reviews (10 family reviews)

🚗Free parking✨Pet-Friendly

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