Forest Park in St. Louis, Missouri, is one of the largest urban parks in the United States, almost twice as large as Central Park in New York. Forest Park hosted the historical World's Fair of 1904. The park houses the St. Louis Zoo, art and history museums, and the Muny Opera house and science museum. Outdoor activities include walking on the many paths and trails, golf, tennis, cycling, boating and fishing.
Cheshire Lodge has been a St. Louis landmark since the 1950s when the hotel opened for business. Built after the manner of an Old English pub, this hotel is across the street from Forest Park and its many activities and attractions. This hotel boasts rooms and suites stocked with antiques and amenities such as an iron and board, blow dryer, cable TV and free local calls. Services include high-speed Internet access, free shuttle to downtown, swimming pool and free breakfast. The on-site Fox and Hounds Tavern serves food and drinks.
Cheshire Lodge
6300 Clayton Road
Saint Louis, MO 63117
800-325-7378
cheshirelodge.net
Hampton Inn & Suites at Forest Park is just across the street from the important St. Louis landmark. The hotel houses 126 well-appointed en suite rooms with amenities such as tea and coffee making facilities, hair dryer, Internet access, iron and board and cable TV. Hampton Inn boasts an indoor swimming pool, fully-equipped business room, high-speed wireless Internet access, free continental breakfast and fitness center.
Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park
5650 Oakland Ave.
Saint Louis, MI 63110
314-655-3993
hamptoninn.com
Lemp Mansion Restaurant & Inn is located just a few minutes south of Forest Park in St. Louis. The historic mansion was established as a brewery in 1840 by a German immigrant. Lemp Mansion later became a hotel which offers several suites decorated with vintage furniture and marble tabletops. One of the most popular activities at the hotel is to attend its famous Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre held six times a year. This hotel also serves traditional Southern food and drinks in its on-site restaurant.
Lemp Mansion Restaurant & Inn
3322 Demenil Place
St Louis, MO 63118
314-664-8024
lempmansion.com
