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The Knight Center at Washington University

2.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Washington University in St. Louis

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Located in the heart of St. Louis, The Charles F. Knight Center offers a warm welcome with 3 on-site restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe to start your day off right. With free in-room WiFi, helpful staff at the 24-hour front desk, this hotel is perfect for those looking for convenience and connection.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (9)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Conference center
  • 16 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Flat-panel TV
  • Self parking (surcharge)
$159 nightly
The total price is $183
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 219 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 219 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 219 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Throop Drive and Snow Way, St. Louis, MO, 63130

What's nearby

  • Washington University in St. Louis - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Center of Creative Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Forest Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • St. Louis Art Museum - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 13 min drive
  • St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 26 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 13 min drive
  • Kirkwood Station - 16 min drive
  • U City Big Bend Station - 6 min walk
  • Skinker Station - 13 min walk
  • Forsyth Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Bears den Wash U - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fitz's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Corner 17 - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Blueberry Hill - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Knight Center at Washington University

The Knight Center at Washington University puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Washington University in St. Louis and Forest Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, St. Louis Zoo and Barnes Jewish Hospital are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: U City Big Bend Station is 6 minutes and Skinker Station is 13 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 66 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 9.00 per day)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–1:00 PM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop

Working away

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Bear Public House - Onsite pub.
AB Dining Room - Onsite buffet restaurant. Open select days.
Bauer Cafe/Bauer Brew - Onsite coffee shop. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • To-go breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 20 per person

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from December 5 2025 to August 8 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 9.00 per day

Policies

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

The Charles F. Knight Center
The Knight Center at Washington University Hotel
The Knight Center at Washington University St. Louis
The Knight Center at Washington University Hotel St. Louis

Frequently asked questions

Does The Knight Center at Washington University offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Knight Center at Washington University does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Knight Center at Washington University?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at The Knight Center at Washington University?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 9.00 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Knight Center at Washington University?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Knight Center at Washington University?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Horseshoe St. Louis Casino (12-min drive) and Casino Queen (14-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Knight Center at Washington University and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Washington University in St. Louis (4-min walk) and Forest Park (14-min walk), along with St. Louis Zoo (1.7 mi) and Barnes Jewish Hospital (2.9 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near The Knight Center at Washington University?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Bear Public House.

What's the area around The Knight Center at Washington University like?

The Knight Center at Washington University is a short 6-minute walk from U City Big Bend Station and 4 minutes' walk from Washington University in St. Louis.

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Reviews

The Knight Center at Washington University Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, with a great selection of food and excellent service. (10 reviews)
  • Parking was simple, safe, and convenient with no cost on weekends. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and will return back next time.
Cherry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great accommodations and courteous staff
Keith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome place to stay!
james, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean and quiet
Cybil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is beautiful and the staff is very helpful and kind.
Beth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and nice staff. The rooms are very spacious!
Henry, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff
Lindsey, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Staff was warm and helpful.
Stephen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The common areas and room were very clean. Staff were friendly. If I ever visit St. Louis again, I would definitely stay here!
Haley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place for bothba conference and an extended stay
Jeremy, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was great!
Cynthia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant place
Anahit, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

One of the absolute best places I’ve ever stayed. Facilities were immaculate and I felt safe walking around. Beautiful campus!
Jurlene, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

V clean room, great front desk staff, v comfortable and quiet stay
Anu, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

nice place. would stay again
Adam, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice place to stay and stuff was great
Tracy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and staff!
Janice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a lovely hotel on a beautiful campus. Quiet and safe with comfortable well appointed rooms. We will definitely stay here again!
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to visit and stay
J, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is wonderful. Clean, comfy beds, quiet and easy parking.
Jessica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place. We had a nice stay
Victoria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Llmted food options in hotel
louis, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A clean and modern hotel right on Wash U grounds. Staff very helpful and rooms well adorned. Breakfast was convenient for morning meetings
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Catherine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The best place to stay if your kids are in WashU!
Mara, 2-night trip