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The Principal Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Missouri Civil War Museum

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Exterior
40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
Breakfast, dinner and brunch served
Room amenity
Reception
VIP Access

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

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Air conditioning
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Junior Honors K

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Air conditioning
Heating
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Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Wet bar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Senior Honors K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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  • Sleeps 6
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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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Air conditioning
Heating
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  • Sleeps 2
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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

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Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Map
310 S Main St, Columbia, IL, 62236

What's nearby

  • River City Casino - 17 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Busch Stadium - 24 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Gateway Arch - 24 min drive - 27.4 km
  • City Museum - 25 min drive - 29.5 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 32 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 22 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Top Shooters Sports Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Reifschneider's Grill & Grape - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Principal Hotel

Hotel near River City Casino
Take advantage of a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a gym at The Principal Hotel. The on-site restaurant, Graphite Restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, ATM/banking services and a water dispenser
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in reception and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at The Principal Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix, Hulu and streaming services
  • Microwaves, digital channels and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe on the Abbey
  • Graphite Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is The Principal Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Principal Hotel?

As of 30 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Principal Hotel on 1 July 2025 start from AU$186.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Principal Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Principal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Principal Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Principal Hotel located?

Situated in Columbia, this hotel is within 12 mi (20 km) of Missouri Civil War Museum, River City Casino and Arsenal BG Ballpark. Busch Stadium and Gateway Arch are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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The Principal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

bonnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, lots of character, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
New property with excellent staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was the roomiest hotel I have ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel for any kind of stay. Friendly staff & the theme was just adorable! Made me want to stay longer !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

The place is fun with old lockers with book names on them!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I travel all over the country and was quite impressed with the property... The lady at the front desk was nice, ample parking, restaurants in the area that are within walking distance and the room was probably one of the cleanest rooms I have ever come across staying at a hotel...
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They perfectly executed the school theme and it is a beautiful building.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They did a great job of converting a school into a hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very cool design and concept. Clean and easy access to many things.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dimika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This a beautiful boutique hotel that was once a school. They have implemented the school theme perfectly throughout the facility. The staff was very courteous. The restaurant that is on-site has delicious food and great service. We enjoyed our stay here and will stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BOB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our short stay. Attended a beautiful wedding of a granddaughter. Rehearsal dinner at Graphite, Wedding and dinner/dance in Venue. Stayed overnight in The Principal. Loved everthing!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful little spot. The restaurant was excellent and beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was outstanding! It was very clean and the staff were very friendly. You could tell they put a lot of effort into providing an incredible stay. From nice thick towels to offering free drink tickets the property was. Class act. We would highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it. The school theme is very unique.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffiney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was just a unique place. A school turned hotel with the decor absolutely fitting. We were looking for something different not far from home and this nailed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a really awesome space and the staff was excellent. The only issue we had was that the room had an odd chemical smell. It was a clean room so it may have been a ventilation issue. Other than that, everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Such a clever concept and unique property executed with charm and sophistication. The rooms were new and very clean. Linens were great quality. Staff were very pleasant. The attached restaurant, The Graphite, provided some of the best food I’ve ever eaten, specifically the whipped potatoes, and Gouda Mac and cheese. It was a superb experience in a quaint small town of Columbia just minutes from downtown St Louis. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The school theme is fun, and the fact that it was a school and has that history is really interesting. I will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay with family

My wife was thrilled about this stay and thought it was her favorite which is saying something given that we have stayed at many 5 star properties over the years.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay at the Principal again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!

The hotel was clean and inviting right as we walked in. The room was spacious and clean. The shower was soothing. The staff was friendly and helpful with ideas on things to do in the area. There were plenty of eating options close by. Loved our stay and will return when we are in this area again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't say enough about this GEM! We travel multiple times a year across the US & will aleays add this new FAVORITE STOP & BEAUTIFUL TOWN of Columbia IL & THE PRINCIPAL HOTEL & surrounding establishments The GRAPHITE, THE ABBEY ETC ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025