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The Principal Hotel

Monroe, Illinois

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Reviews

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4.8/5
FantasticFrom 101 reviews
5.0/526 May 2026
Michelle
Great hotel and nice staff!
5.0/521 May 2026
James • Family Trip
Spacious room, very clean. Front desk was friendly and inviting on check in.
5.0/521 May 2026
Noel • Solo Trip
Cool and creative school themes. Bed was very comfortable. Room and overall hotel was very clean. One of very few hotels in St Louis area that has good reviews. Will definitely stay again if in the area.
5.0/518 May 2026
ADAM • Couple Trip
I loved staying at this place!!! It's was extra clean and had luxury amenities. The staff was very nice and accommodating. This is a 5-Star hotel. It's a newly renovated old school-house turned into a hotel and it's in the cutest town about 20 miles away from the Gateway Arch in St Louis. I especially loved how the hotel kept the school-house theme throughout. The hallways have lockers with the names of classic books. School desks and a chalkboard serve as a notice board where you check where you're from. The room curtains were plaid like school uniforms. The room key is a composition book. The bathroom door is a chalk board. And so many more cute touches. The room has a refrigerator and microwave.They have coffee, tea, granola bars and muffins until 10:30am. There's also a restaurant on site. I don't see why anyone would give this place anything less than 5 stars. I would definitely stay here again.
5.0/516 May 2026
Emory
Best hotel in Columbia to stay at!
5.0/513 May 2026
Bonnie Joy • Couple Trip
We loved this hotel! Definitely where we will stay next trip to St. Louis.
5.0/59 May 2026
Marcus • Couple Trip
Very cozy little spot
5.0/58 May 2026
Kische • Couple Trip
Great weekend get away. Everything was perfect. Great restaurant attached to the hotel.
5.0/57 May 2026
Mark
Highly recommend will stay again!
5.0/56 May 2026
tyson • Solo Trip
This place went above and beyond my expectations. Super easy. Rooms are modern and nice. The area is quiet and even a little scenic. Would definitely stay here again!
5.0/55 May 2026
Condinitha • Couple Trip
Stay and front desk agent was awesome
5.0/55 May 2026
Rose • Family Trip
The room was clean, very nice and spacious.
5.0/54 May 2026
Phatorn • Couple Trip
Good clean
5.0/53 May 2026
Beth • Couple Trip
From the initial check in to check out our stay was amazing. Our room was immaculate as were the hallways. Every staff member we encountered was pleasant, helpful and polite. This will now be our hotel we stay at for every St. Louis trip. Truly a delightful stay.
5.0/527 Apr 2026
Juan
It was a very clean property super quiet slept all night. If I could give it a six stars I would.
5.0/527 Apr 2026
Diana • Trip with Friends
Every staff member we interacted was so kind, friendly, and helpful! They all either truly love their jobs, or are really good at acting like it. The room was much more beautiful in person than the photos made it seem, and seeing as I did not look into the hotel further than the room availability, I was pleasantly surprised by the fun theme and walk to our room!
5.0/525 Apr 2026
Lizette • Solo Trip
Very nice property. Parking for the hotel was a bit confusing. Spaces in the large parking lot directly in front were all reserved for the restaurant. Hotel parking is off to the side and it’s one way in…but not from the main lot. You have to go around the building and come in through the side. Otherwise everything was nice. Large room. Very comfortable.
5.0/524 Apr 2026
Andy • Family Trip
From the staff to the smallest details, the hotel was amazing!
5.0/522 Apr 2026
MaryBeth • Solo Trip
This was a great hotel. The remodeled a school & the name reflects that. The decorating theme follows the concept of the building being a school. Photos of items in schools, painted chalkboard on bathroom door, etc. walk-in shower was great, room size was very adequate, supplies in room were eye make up remover, shampoo/conditioner, body wash, bottles of water as well as coffee. I was definitely impressed. Only thing I don’t like is they put a hold on your card for incidentals & the amount was for $100. No where was this mentioned on Expedia where I found the hotel.
5.0/519 Apr 2026
Kadi • Couple Trip
The hotel was perfect for a little weekend getaway. Decor is amazing! I love the book lockers! Will definitely be staying again!

Location

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310 S Main St, Columbia, Illinois, US
All distances are measured in straight lines. The actual travel distance may be different.

Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure
Check-in3:00 PM-anytime
Check-out10:00

  • 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; cash is not accepted
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. Quiet hours are enforced at the property from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

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Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies
  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

About The Principal Hotel

The Principal Hotel Location
With a stay at The Principal Hotel in Columbia, you'll be 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from Missouri Civil War Museum and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from River City Casino. This hotel is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Arsenal BG Ballpark and 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Busch Stadium.

The Principal Hotel Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including gift shops/newsstands and a television in a common area.

The Principal Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 40 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and coffee/tea makers.

Restaurant and Cafe
Stop by the hotel's restaurant, Graphite Restaurant, for dinner or brunch, or grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe.

Room Type and Price

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 - Fri, 28 Aug 2026 (1 night)
1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children