Hyatt Centric Downtown St. Louis Debuts, Bringing a New Home Base to the Gateway City
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has opened Hyatt Centric Downtown St. Louis, the first Hyatt Centric property in Missouri.
The hotel is located at 1501 Washington Avenue in a restored 1910 historic building that once served as the headquarters of the Roberts, Johnson & Rand Shoe Company.
The property features 142 guestrooms with industrial-inspired design elements that reflect St. Louis's history while offering modern amenities.
Location & Experience
The hotel places guests near major attractions, including:
- Gateway Arch
- Busch Stadium
- City Museum
- Forest Park
- America's Center Convention Complex
- MetroLink transit
Dining & Amenities
The Link
- Signature lobby restaurant and bar
- Serves locally inspired New American cuisine
- Features a wood-fired grill and pizza oven
Lobby Bar
- Casual gathering space for guests and locals
Provisions
- 24-hour grab-and-go market
Expedition
- Seasonal rooftop pool bar
- Downtown skyline views
- Cocktails and shareable dishes
Meetings & Events
- Approximately 11,750 square feet of meeting and event space
- Ballroom capacity of 200+ guests
- Suitable for conferences, weddings, receptions, and social events
Additional Facilities
- Rooftop pool
- 24-hour fitness center
- Pet-friendly accommodations
Executive Comments
- Bill Tirone, General Manager, emphasized the hotel's connection to St. Louis's history and its role as a central base for exploring the city.
- Brad Dean, CEO of Explore St. Louis, described the opening as a positive sign for downtown tourism and the visitor economy.
World of Hyatt Opening Offer
World of Hyatt members who book the "New Hotel Member Bonus Offer" rate can earn:
- 2X World of Hyatt points
- On eligible room rates and qualifying incidental charges
Why This Matters
The opening expands Hyatt’s lifestyle portfolio in the Midwest while revitalizing a historic downtown landmark, combining heritage architecture with modern hospitality and strengthening St. Louis's tourism and convention offerings.
