HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS BY IHG

1802 Gamel Cemetery Rd., Festus, MO 63028 United States

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near Exit 175 on I-55 (~0.3mi)

Near Jorkerst Memorial Park

9.4

Excellent

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871

The hotel offers amenities such as parking, an elevator, a gym, a pool, a restaurant, WiFi/internet, laundry facilities, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, a 24/7 front desk, a kitchen, a business center, and meeting rooms.

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Free breakfast

Free WiFi

Wheelchair accessible parking

Fitness facilities

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Reviews

"Excellent"

Brittany at the front desk was awesome and breakfast bar was great.

Cheryl A. (Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms)

Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jan 15 to Sat Jan 17 2026 at a $168.92 average nightly rate.

"Great staff( Doug @ front desk, Lisa / housekeeping were great."

Overall was a great stay.

James B. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat Aug 23 to Sun Aug 24 2025 at a $160.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG in Festus, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Jorkerst Memorial Park and Sunset Park. This hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Festus Public Library and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from West City Park.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is included.

Make yourself at home in one of the 86 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Parkland Well Life Center - 21.3 mi
St Anthonys Medical Center - 21.6 mi
VA Medical Center St. Louis - 21.6 mi
St Louis Developmental Center - 22.4 mi
Grants Farm - 23.3 mi
Lone Elk Park - 23.4 mi
Laumeier Sculpture Park - 23.6 mi
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site - 23.6 mi
Powder Valley Nature Center - 23.9 mi
Patch - 24.3 mi
Meramec Community College - 24.8 mi

Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.

Thanks to a convenient location off I-55 at exit 175 and just a half-hour from downtown St. Louis, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Festus - South St. Louis hotel's guests are close to everything. When business brings you to South St. Louis and Festus, our 100% smoke free hotel is the smart choice. A 24-hour Business Center, free high-speed, Wi-Fi access and a meeting room that can seat 25 keep you productive while you travel. Families on vacation love the convenience of this location in Festus. Our hotel's friendly staff can offer terrific suggestions on what to see and do. Spend the day sampling Missouri wines, or head into St. Louis to visit the iconic Gateway Arch. Sports fans can catch the Rams, Cardinals or the Blues in action. Our contemporary hotel welcomes you with all the modern amenities you've come to expect. From spacious rooms with a 32-inch LCD TV to the complimentary, hot Express Start Breakfast Bar, we know what you want.

Local Attractions

Kimswick is a charming and historic little town which offers unique shops. It is also home to the fascinating Anheuser Museum and Estate. Don't miss out on the tour of the grounds and the home. It's all about 13 miles north of Festus. This part of Missouri is also knows for great Wineries.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2010

Floors: 4

Rooms: 85

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 85

Handicap Rooms: 7

Suites: 23

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 1

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.3 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 1.0 Mi

Nightly Parking: N/A

Total Taxes: 10.35%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: Reservations must be cancelled by 6pm day of arrival.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
Assistive listening devices available
Braille or raised signage
Business center
Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Elevator
Fitness facilities
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free buffet breakfast
Free self parking
Internet access - wireless
Internet access in public areas - high speed
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Number of indoor pools - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Pets not allowed
Professional property host/manager
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Vending machine
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking

Airport & Shuttle Info

Lambert St. Louis International Airport is approx. 60 miles away. Festus does also have it's own small airport

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info: Our hotel does not offer a shuttle, however we are happy to call a taxi for our guests at anytime.

Breakfast Information

Breakfast included

Pet Friendly?

Pets are not allowed

Parking Info

Parking for registered guests only

Internet / WiFi

Wi-Fi

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

Pool access available from 8 AM to 11 PM.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

Essential workers only - NO

Cashless transactions are available

Free Express Start Breakfast

Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee

Free high-speed internet service in every room

eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services

Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

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Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast McDonald's - Start your day with a quick and tasty breakfast. Located 1 mile from the hotel.

Lunch Sugarfire Smoke House - Indulge in mouthwatering BBQ dishes. Located 3 miles from the hotel.

Dinner The Pasta House Co. - Enjoy delicious Italian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Activity Explore the Mastodon State Historic Site - Discover the history of the ancient mastodons. Located 4 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Denny's - Enjoy a hearty breakfast at this classic diner. Located 2 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The Shack - Try their famous burgers and sandwiches. Located 3.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Hunan House - Savor authentic Chinese dishes in a casual setting. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Activity Visit the Jefferson County Historical Society Museum - Learn about the local history and heritage. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Start your day with a homestyle breakfast. Located 3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch The Pasta House Co. - Enjoy delicious Italian cuisine in a cozy atmosphere. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Dinner El Nopal Mexican Restaurant - Delight in traditional Mexican flavors. Located 2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Go hiking at the West City Park - Enjoy nature trails and scenic views. Located 1 mile from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG have?

There are 85 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG?

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

What kind of breakfast is at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG?

Breakfast included

What parking is available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG?

Parking for registered guests only

How much does internet cost?

Wi-Fi

Is there a gym at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG?

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

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Indoor Pool Location: Indoor Hours: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM Heated pool

Is there shuttle service at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG?

Lambert St. Louis International Airport is approx. 60 miles away. Festus does also have it's own small airport

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FESTUS - SOUTH ST. LOUIS by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Festus event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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