Central West End Travel Guide
St. Louis
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Popular places to visit
Barnes Jewish Hospital
If Barnes Jewish Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of St. Louis.
Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis
After visiting Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed art galleries.
World Chess Hall of Fame
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at World Chess Hall of Fame in St. Louis. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
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 fascinating museums or attend a baseball game.
Gateway Arch
Find out about the history of Gateway Arch, one of the top monuments in St. Louis. Experience the area's great live music or attend a baseball game.
Top hotels in Central West End
The Royal Sonesta Chase Park Plaza St. Louis
Although the building appears older, it is very well maintained and overall extremely clean. The interior design of the hotel is also impressive. Our room was condominium-style with a separate bedroom, which made the stay very comfortable. It included a small kitchen with basic cooking equipment ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The West End
Front desk was friendly at check in. Like the convenience of being keyless. Parking was close & secure. Room was clean & well stocked.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo St Louis - Central West End by IHG
The staff was real friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Forest Park
Only stay here when I need access to the BJH hospital.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Aloft St. Louis Cortex
The night host was great and informative. The room was clean including the shower. I will be booking again
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
AC Hotel St. Louis Central West End
Staff was wonderful, they accommodated us to all of our needs
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central West End
The Grove
While there might not be top attractions in The Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Louis Science Center and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum.
Midtown
While you're in Midtown, take in top sights like Chaifetz Arena and jump on the metro at Grand Station to see more of the city.
The Hill
While The Hill isn't home to many top sights, St. Louis Science Center and Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Shaw
Shaw might not have many top sights, but Missouri Botanical Gardens and Arboretum and St. Louis Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Gate
While The Gate may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like St. Louis Union Station and Busch Stadium.
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.
