Once home to the eminent writer Mark Twain, and fictional home to his creation Huckleberry Finn, Missouri has a unique literary history. With a terrain that encompasses sprawling plains, the verdant Ozark Mountains and over 6,000 cave systems, it is one of the most geographically diverse regions of the United States and a must-see for outdoors enthusiasts. Missouri, however, is not just a rural haven: it is also home to some of the United States’ biggest and most cosmopolitan cities (and top hotels). Here you’ll experience a unique taste of the American Midwest, from jazz and blues to world-class galleries, astounding sights and the warmest of welcomes.
Top Missouri Hotel Locations
Kansas City — With a population of around half a million, Kansas City is the largest city in Missouri. A centre for music, performing arts, casinos and cuisine, Kansas City is particularly renowned for its unique style of jazz and blues. From the Liberty Memorial to the imposing city skyline, visitors will find endless things to see and do with a hotel in Kansas City.
St. Louis — A major port on the Mississippi river, St Louis was once the fourth largest city in the United States. With French, German, Italian and Irish ancestry, St. Louis has a thriving multicultural vibe. It is home to the grand Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis and the iconic Gateway Arch, the tallest arch on Earth. There plenty to see and do with a hotel in St. Louis.
Springfield — Home to three universities, Springfield has an effervescent, youthful energy. Attracting artists from across the United States, it has recently been revitalised as a hub of everything ‘cool’. Book a hotel here for galleries, sports, organic farmers’ markets and craft breweries.
Branson — Small but memorable, Branson is a one-stop-shop for family fun. Glitzy, genial and camp, the city is famous for its theatres, which boast a varied range of show-stopping performances. A hotel in Branson will also put you close to the Silver Dollar City theme park and Dolly Parton’s wonderfully over the top Dixie Stampede.
How to Make the Most of Your Hotel in Missouri
Don’t miss St. Louis’ famous Gateway Arch. This steel titan is the tallest manmade structure in the western hemisphere and a once in a lifetime photo opportunity. Nor should you miss a chance to snap a picture of Kansas City’s imposing skyline, one of the most impressive in the American Midwest. With some of the largest cave systems in the world, the views in Missouri aren’t just restricted to cityscapes – head underground, perhaps to Fantastic Caverns in Springfield, or to the Bonne Terre Mines, and see for yourself. These eerie but heart stopping scenes will certainly make their mark.
See Branson from land and water without leaving your seat, by climbing aboard one of the city’s famous amphibious tours! Discover the wonders of Legoland in Kansas City, or dine like a star at the Hard Rock Cafe in St. Louis. With an abundance of galleries, award-winning dining, unique shopping and of course, all-American sports from baseball to ice hockey and American football, a trip to Missouri is not be one that you’ll forget in a hurry.
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