Best Western On The River

Overview
401 North 3rd St., Hannibal, MO 63401 United States
near Exit 157 on I-72 (~0.8mi)
Near Jim's Journey: The Huck Finn Freedom Center
Call to book 1-800-219-2797 by Res.ai
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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Best Western on the River offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, parking, elevator, gym, pool, restaurant, spa, WiFi/internet, laundry, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, 24/7 front desk, kitchen, business center, spa tub, meeting rooms, and beach access.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Free self-serve breakfast
Parking (limited spaces)
Fitness facilities
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5.0
18-Jun-2026
"Welcoming"

The staff was super friendly and the accommodations were comfortable, clean and convenient.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jun 15 to Wed Jun 17 2026 at a $134.65 average nightly rate.
5.0
03-Apr-2026
"Best “Old School” hotel ever"

Love the spacious pool AND hot tub! And outside pool. Beds are very comfortable and clean. Hotel is very clean. Including bathrooms, floors and carpet. You get so much for the price!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Apr 02 to Fri Apr 03 2026 at a $123.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
17-Jan-2026
"The Best"

Wendy is the best.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jan 15 to Sun Jan 18 2026 at a $127.66 average nightly rate.
5.0
08-Jan-2026
"Best Western"

We have stayed here several times. You can walk pretty much every where from this location. Room clean friendly staff slept good.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jan 07 to Thu Jan 08 2026 at a $111.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
13-Dec-2025
"Comfortable and convenient"

I look forward to coming back again.

(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 10 to Sun Dec 14 2025 at a $114.49 average nightly rate.
5.0
26-Sep-2025
"Great"

Great

(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms)
Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 24 to Fri Sep 26 2025 at a $130.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
31-Aug-2025
"Good"

We enjoyed our stay. Nice weekend.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 29 to Sun Aug 31 2025 at a $264.99 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 3:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2025

Floors: 3

Rooms: 109

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 109

Handicap Rooms: 1

Suites: 2

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 2.0 Mi

Ownership: OAK HOSPITALITY

Nightly Parking: free

Total Taxes: 14.85%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 24 hrs. PS - Windows - some of them open not all.

Check-In Instructions:

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Banquet hall
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Business center
  • Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
  • Check In: 3:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in common areas
  • Coin laundry on site
  • Daily
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Elevator
  • Express check-out
  • Fitness facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Free self parking
  • Free self-serve breakfast
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • Number of hot tubs - 1
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 1
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Pets not allowed
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel

Our breakfast is free. We have a buffet style breakfast from 6:30 am to 9:30 am. We typically serve the following: biscuits and sausage gravy, sausage, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, packaged fruit, packaged pastries, oatmeal, fresh yogurt with toppings, and we have gluten free items as well.

We have free parking for our guests, in the lots next to the building. We ask that each room to park only 1 vehicle in the lot, and any additional will need to be parked on the street. We do have bus/coach parking at our annex building next door.

All of our rooms and lobby areas have free internet access. We have 2 areas for wired internet as well. Our business center is located in the lobby as well.

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines We Care Clean (Best Western)

Essential workers only - NO

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18 brands, including: Best Western, Best Western Plus, and Best Western Premier

Best Western offers exceptional value with great amenities including free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and lond distance access. Convenient computer room in the lobby area perfect for copy and fax services, and even printing out boarding passes, maps, etc.

Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk. Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available. Free breakfast, high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access

Best Western Premier gives guests the highest quality amenties, furnishings, and decor with personalized guest services. All rooms have a safe, mini-fridge, free high-speed internet access, free local and long distance calls, and an LCD or Plasma TV with HD channels. On-site dining, fitness room, business center, snack shop, and meeting rooms

The Best Western Hotels highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Day 1

Breakfast Java Jive - Cozy cafe offering coffee and pastries - 0.3 miles
Lunch The Brick Oven - Freshly made pizzas and Italian cuisine - 0.4 miles
Dinner LaBinnah Bistro - Gourmet dining with a global menu - 0.5 miles
Activity Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum - Historical site of the famous author's childhood home - 0.2 miles

Day 2

Breakfast Becky Thatcher's Diner - Traditional American breakfast and brunch - 0.3 miles
Lunch Big Muddy BBQ - Authentic Missouri barbecue with a riverside view - 0.6 miles
Dinner Christian Ambiance Cafe - Homestyle meals in a casual setting - 0.2 miles
Activity Hannibal Trolley Company Sightseeing Tours - Guided tour around Hannibal's historical sites - 0.1 miles

Day 3

Breakfast Palace Cafe - Classic diner serving breakfast staples - 0.4 miles
Lunch Mark Twain Dinette - Iconic diner known for its root beer and American fare - 0.3 miles
Dinner Fiddlestiks Food & Spirts Company - American cuisine with a variety of dishes - 1.8 miles
Activity Riverview Park - Scenic park with trails and views of the Mississippi - 2.1 miles

FAQs about Best Western On The River

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Best Western On The River have?

There are 109 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Best Western On The River?

Yes, they have 1 meeting room that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Best Western On The River?

Our breakfast is free. We have a buffet style breakfast from 6:30 am to 9:30 am. We typically serve the following: biscuits and sausage gravy, sausage, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, packaged fruit, packaged pastries, oatmeal, fresh yogurt with toppings, and we have gluten free items as well.

What parking is available at Best Western On The River?

We have free parking for our guests, in the lots next to the building. We ask that each room to park only 1 vehicle in the lot, and any additional will need to be parked on the street. We do have bus/coach parking at our annex building next door.

How much does internet cost?

All of our rooms and lobby areas have free internet access. We have 2 areas for wired internet as well. Our business center is located in the lobby as well.

Is there a gym at Best Western On The River?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Best Western On The River?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Both of our pools indoor and outdoor are open from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, unless there is inclement weather and or lightening. We also have an indoor hot tub that is open 9:00 am to 9:00 pm

Is there shuttle service at Best Western On The River?

St Louis, Mo is 123 miles away from the Best Western Hotel. Quincy, Il is 20 miles away and Hannibal has a private airport which is 5 miles away.

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Best Western On The River

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Best Western On The River.

Feel free to use the Best Western On The River meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Hannibal event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Accommodates up to: 75
0 x 25 x 12 • 0 sqft.
Theater
75
Theater Layout
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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