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Hilton Pennywell St. Louis at the Arch

Historic hotel in downtown St. Louis offering a restaurant, lounge, fitness center, and event space. Rated 3.8 with 2,022 reviews, ideal for visitors near the Arch.

400 Olive St, St. Louis, MO 63102, United States View on map
7.6/10
Good Based on 2037 recent guest reviews
Paid Wi-Fi Paid breakfast Paid parking Accessible Air-conditioned
What recent guests emphasize

Balanced blend of historic charm and attentive service

Guests appreciate the unique historic atmosphere and attentive staff, alongside the well-regarded on-site bar and restaurant. Some note practical limitations in location and amenities, making it suitable for travelers valuing ambiance over extensive modern facilities.

Guests often praise

  • The beautiful, historic architecture and elegant restored bank building setting.
  • Friendly, accommodating, and attentive staff, especially at the bar and front desk.
  • The quality and flavor of food and cocktails at Pennydrop Bar + Kitchen.
  • Comfortable, clean rooms with appealing features like soft bathroom lighting and ample fridge space.
  • Convenient lobby amenities including a good coffee service and a large snack selection.

Worth knowing

  • The hotel does not offer complimentary Wi-Fi, breakfast, parking, or airport shuttle services.
  • No swimming pool or business center available on-site.
  • Some rooms have views of shuttered or less scenic buildings nearby.
  • The restaurant menu is limited but well-prepared; wait times may vary due to staffing.
  • Older property areas, particularly bathrooms, could benefit from some maintenance updates.

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a historic and architecturally unique hotel experience in downtown St. Louis.
  • Guests who value attentive bar and restaurant service with quality food and drinks.
  • Travelers attending events or visiting nearby attractions like the Gateway Arch and Busch Stadium.
  • Those looking for pet-friendly accommodations with kid-friendly options.
  • Guests comfortable staying in a quieter location with limited resort-style amenities.
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About this property

Welcome to Hilton Pennywell St. Louis at the Arch

Located in the heart of downtown St. Louis at 400 Olive Street, Hilton Pennywell St. Louis at the Arch occupies a historic building with elegant architectural details, including a unique bank vault feature. The hotel provides a blend of classic charm and modern comfort, with air-conditioned rooms and facilities designed for both leisure and convenience. Guests can expect accessible accommodations, room service, and pet-friendly options, although there is no business center or airport shuttle available on site.

The property features an acclaimed restaurant and lounge known as Pennydrop Bar + Kitchen, praised for its flavorful menu and attentive bartenders, making it a favored spot for both guests and locals. While the dining options are somewhat limited, the quality and service consistently receive positive remarks. A fitness center is available for those who wish to stay active during their stay. However, the hotel does not offer a pool, and Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking come at an additional cost.

This hotel’s setting is well-suited for visitors keen on exploring nearby attractions such as the iconic Gateway Arch, Busch Stadium, and various sports bars, all within walkable distance. Guest reviews highlight the property's beautiful interior and comfortable beds, though some note that bathrooms could benefit from minor maintenance. Views may vary and some face shuttered buildings nearby, which may affect the overall experience for certain guests.

Travelers looking for a historic ambiance combined with practical amenities will find Hilton Pennywell St. Louis at the Arch fits well. The atmosphere is calm and relaxed, with staff often described as friendly and accommodating. While the location is central, some guests wish for a livelier surrounding area. Nearby hotels with higher ratings offer alternatives just a short walk away.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Paid Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Paid parking
Accessible
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Fitness center
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Business center
Airport shuttle
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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LB Mar 21, 2026
10

I had a good experience here. The bar, front desk, and valet were excellent. The bar was nice and had a good selection of food and drinks. Beautiful hotel with lots of history and beautiful architecture. Only major thing I didn't like was that you couldn't room charge the market.

AB
Abitta Business Mar 10, 2026
10

One of my favorite St. Louis hotels. The menu is limited, but they do everything really well. The bartenders are well versed in classic cocktails.... Well, except for margaritas. Big fail on the margaritas.

JB
Jaclyn Barrientes Feb 20, 2026
10

First time staying at this Hilton Pennywell, and it was gorgeous! The building was a beautiful restored old bank, so if you love historic buildings, this is a place to try. It was elegant and the front desk folks were incredibly nice. Our room was really nice as well. The only downside is our view was of some shuttered buildings across the street, which the hotel can't do anything about, so I'm not judging them for it. Wish the hotel was in a nicer spot, but still walking distance to the ballpark.

KF
Kimberly Faith Feb 14, 2026
10

We stayed at the Pennywell St. Louis. Such a calm vibe and cool bank history. It was cool walking through the “vault” to see what snacks they had in hand. The vault doors were a standout. We ate dinner downstairs at the PennyDrop Bar and it was so good!! Unfortunately the kitchen was short staffed and our waiter, Anjus, made sure we were aware and okay with the wait time. AHectyrn took our drink and good order, repeated it back and had it perfect! Our bar tender Mio was gracious and made sure our drinks were full. The drinks were good and our Caesar salad and steak dinner did NOT disappoint!!! Then we met the manager of the restaurant, Maurio. I let him know that we were COMPLETELY satisfied with our drinks, dinner and service! We understood their situation and were in no hurry to have been fed. All 3 gentlemen appreciated our understanding and took care of us as such. Unfortunately they were met with some unhappy patrons, which is why we let them know of our happiness. Y’all need to give this restaurant a try, menu is small but is met with great flavor!!!

L
Lisa Jan 10, 2026
8.0

Beautiful historic property conveniently located to restaurants, attractions (see pics) and parking options. Impressive lobby area with self check out snack options. Very friendly staff. Soaring ceiling heights in the rooms. Very comfortable bed. Older property could use some touching up in the baths (caulking, grout). Loved the soft lighting option in the bathroom. The HVAC has a particular sequence to the buttons but it worked perfectly. Tv proportionate to room size. Generous fridge size. Coffee service in the lobby would be a nice touch. Overall great value, would definitely return.

JM
Joshua Meyer Jan 03, 2026
10

My wife and I stayed at this hotel for our 5th anniversary. First things first, shoutout to Maurice and Coleman. They took care of us at the bar, providing excellent service and drinks. Zero complaints on the hotel in general. The whole aesthetic sets them apart from cookie cutter hotels. All of the staff were accommodating, the room was clean, and the breakfast buffet was delicious. I highly recommend staying here, especially at the fair price.

KW
Kelli Williams Jan 02, 2026
10

I just spent a night at the Pennywell and really enjoyed it! I got salmon from the restaurant that tasted great, massive snack selection, the rooms were clean, and the bed was comfortable. Can’t say much on the location because I’m not familiar with St. Louis but really liked the hotel overall!

AM
Ashley Meyer Dec 22, 2025
10

Went to Pennywell and our server was Maria. She made the best cocktails I've ever had! My friends and I got espresso martinis and dirty martinis. I've tasted a lot of those and they were seriously the best I've ever had.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Hilton Pennywell St. Louis at the Arch

St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Busy central area with the Gateway Arch on the Mississippi, Busch Stadium ballpark & sports bars.

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