St. Louis has long been known as the Gateway City, given its railroading past and history as the jumping point to the American West. Stay at the hotel and guests will understand how the citys location has been so pivotal in its development. Like St. Louis itself, this hotel takes advantage of its convenient location. Within just minutes, guests can be exploring a magic museum, riding a roller coaster, or at one of the nations top petting zoos. Once there, guests will find the Gateway Arch, a masterpiece of precision crafted in stainless steel. Also, guests wont want to miss the shopping and dining at Union Station, which has been beautifully restored to its 19th-century splendor.