If I could, I would give it 4.5 stars.
The building is old and it shows, but it is clear that the management cares a lot about providing a great service which, to me, makes up for a couple of small slightly below par things.
Cons: doors do not shield you *at all* from sounds in the hallway. This is true for a number of hotels, and definitely true for this one. Every time someone passes near your door, it seems like you have guests. This can be an issue for people with light sleep (not my case, though).
Tubs/Showers are definitely old.
The chair in my room was so old that a screw went through the cushion and made it uncomfortable to sit on it.
Pros: everything else, including many details. They have Dove brand soap, shampoo, conditioner and body lotion. The hot water arrives *immediately* when you open it. I took a shower at 5am, and I did not have to wait more than a couple of seconds for the hot water to arrive.
Beds and pillows are comfortable. There are a fridge and a microwave in the room.
The breakfast has 4 warm items (eggs, bacon, potatoes and biscuits+gravy), plus a number of other options, including 2-3 types of fresh fruit, top-brand joghurt, high quality cereals, muffins, and even warm cinnamon rolls!
Location is great, near the highway, close to a gas station.
It is clear that they pay attention to details. I will be back next time I travel to STL.
