THE LAST HOTEL, Saint Louis

The Last Hotel - Historic Art Deco boutique hotel with rooftop pool and downtown dining in a restored shoe factory

Located in Downtown St. Louis, The Last Hotel occupies a restored International Shoe Company building featuring original Neoclassical and Art Deco architectural elements, including intricate stone carvings, decorative metalwork, and terrazzo floors. This 4-star Saint Louis hotel maintains its industrial heritage through thoughtful preservation while offering modern amenities including a rooftop swimming pool, fitness center, and multiple dining venues. The Pantry, situated in the main lobby, serves breakfast, lunch, and local specialties including St. Louis's Budweiser products. The Last Rooftop Bar provides cocktails and light plates, while the hotel restaurant delivers fresh cuisine under Executive Chef Enoch. For entertainment, the 9th floor lounge features a pool table, poker table, indoor basketball hoop, and three TVs for sports viewing. The Star Screening Room accommodates 30 guests with an 82-inch TV and custom catering options. Positioned 0.5 miles from Union Station, the hotel stands within 0.5 miles of Campbell House Museum, Christ Church Cathedral, and the Soldiers Memorial Military Museum.

Pros

Three floors of flexible event spaces with various room layouts

Historic architectural details preserved from the original shoe factory

Nine restaurants within 0.5 miles, including The Sliced Pint Tap & Pizza and Hiro Asian Kitchen

Interactive features including pool table, poker table, and indoor basketball hoop

Cons

1 mile from The Gateway Arch

Rooftop pool access requires day pass or private party invitation