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The Cheshire

4.0 star property
Tudor hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Terrace/patio
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Free daily English breakfast
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Gastropub
Nestled near Forest Park, The Cheshire offers a charming retreat with English breakfast, a poolside bar and free cabanas by the seasonal outdoor pool. Explore the garden or connect to in-room WiFi while enjoying top-notch service from the multilingual staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Royal Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Royal Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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6300 Clayton Rd, Richmond Heights, MO, 63117

What's nearby

  • Forest Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Louis Zoo - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Washington University in St. Louis - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • St. Louis University - 5 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • St. Louis Union Station - 8 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Skinker Station - 3 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 7 min drive
  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hi-Pointe Drive-In - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Einstein Bros. Bagels - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Olympia Kebob House & Taverna - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hanks Cheesecake - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Cheshire

Upscale boutique hotel near Forest Park
Located close to St. Louis Zoo and Washington University in St. Louis, The Cheshire provides free English breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Self parking (surcharge), a porter/bellhop, and luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe, wedding services, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 108 individually furnished rooms boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 55-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 10 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Basso
  • Boundary
  • Fox and Hounds Tavern
  • Starbucks

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Free children's club
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free children's club
  • In-room crib
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 1,200 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • In a provincial park
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1965
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Tudor architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 50.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 03 to May 25:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 75 lbs per pet
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 10.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: USD 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cheshire Hotel Richmond Heights
Cheshire Richmond Heights
The Cheshire Hotel
The Cheshire Richmond Heights
The Cheshire Hotel Richmond Heights

Frequently asked questions

Does The Cheshire have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from September 03 to May 25.

Is The Cheshire pet-friendly?

Yes, The Cheshire allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Cheshire?

Self parking is available for USD 10.00 per day.

What time is check-in at The Cheshire?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Cheshire?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 50.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The Cheshire located?

Located in the heart of Richmond Heights, this boutique hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Forest Park and St. Louis Zoo. Washington University in St. Louis and St. Louis University are also within 6 mi (10 km). Skinker Station is 27 minutes by foot.

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The Cheshire Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 246 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 1007 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, easy access and close to where I was going to be.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was excellent. We always have a great time here and love the fox and hound
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

HaeSung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Cheshire kept well from of old! We felt back in to the ages yet very 21C amenities. The location is perfect to explore St. Louis. We'd like to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Roxie checked us in and was amazing to work with. Our room was terrific and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Cheshire was really cute and the decor was fun! Friendly staff and cool restaurants on site.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool property
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was polite and helpful. Our sink and our tub both did not drain at all which was gross, but our room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was amazing! Good location and fun decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique hotel. Great staff, chess boards, and art work.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The property is interesting and well decorated. The Fox and Hound bar on site is the best part.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and help. We especially enjoyed our interactions with Phil!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, good breakfast, friendly staff, charming if a bit tired motel.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely go back
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay at the Cheshire on our cross-country road trips. It's perfect for families and it's pet friendly. We like that it's clean, has character ( the rooms are named after different authors), and has good food options. The breakfast is healthy with fresh fruit options. But most of all, the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. I left clothing behind on one of our trips recently and they went out of their way to look for it and mail it to me! A special thank you to Roxie!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique hotel, fun decor and design.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After many stays at the Cheshire over the years, the property never disappoints.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

The room had a musty odor.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Necip Berker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Unique looking hotel located in a very nice area. Very close to the park. Nice decoration, but the standard rooms are illuminated by mostly white light, which makes things look cheap. No minibar in the standard room. Fan was too noisy, and some of the towels had stains. There is a lot of carpet smell in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming hotel. We felt like we were part of the Queens circle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is definitely a unique hotel. The book/author themes is kind of cool, but overall it felt very outdated. The giant bear in the lounge area looks like it's been there for 100 years...missing fingers and toes...very dusty. Pool area could be really great if they had less metal tables and more loungers. Breakfast was a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We've been traveling for several days, and this hotel had the best atmosphere, the breakfast had the best selection of pastries, comfortable beds, fantastic staff (one even offered to drive us to a location where we could have "authentic" St. Louis barbeque, and the shampoo/conditioner/lotion/bath gel were so good I'm going to purchase some for home. We also loved how close it was to the zoo~ we walked there two days.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Spencer

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed and pillows where uncomfortable. Room and facilities were dirty. Parking was a joke due to there being 2 restaurants on the property as well so it was hard to find a spot as the hotel and restaurant shared the parking lot and garage but you had to pay to park if you stayed in the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, quiet great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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