When vacationing in the St. Louis area, it is advisable to consider hotels in Metro East area as well as neighborhoods on the West side of the Mississippi River. Crossing over to the East side of the river will often result in lower nightly rates, less traffic, and affordable dining options. Belleville, Illinois is about a fifteen minute drive from downtown St. Louis, and is an ideal place to stay in the St. Louis area. Belleville is a charming town with a thriving downtown and close proximity to Fairview Heights, which is a highly commercial area with a wide variety of shopping and dining establishments. When looking for hotels in St. Louis metro area, Belleville may be a good option for your family or group.
Staying on the East side of the river and driving to attractions in the city will likely save you money and allow you to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city in the evenings. St. Louis hotels are fun to stay in, but can be overwhelming for families and groups who appreciate having a quiet retreat to retire to at the end of the day.
The National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows in Belleville, Illinois, provides a fun, clean, and comfortable Christian environment in which families can relax, pray, and have fun. Of the many hotels in St. Louis metro area, the Shrine Hotel may be the best choice for a spiritual vacation. There is a 2-acre playground nearby for children, and a continental breakfast is included with each night's stay. Catholic vacations to this area of the country often include a visit to Our Lady of the Snows. It is convenient for Catholics to be able to stay on the grounds of the Shrine at the Shrine Hotel.
Our Lady of the Snows is a popular religious retreat site for Catholics and people of many other religions. Catholic vacations to the shrine can be held entirely on site since there is a hotel, full service restaurant, and conference center at the Shrine. Our Lady of the Snows is also a popular winter time destination because of the large holiday light display for which the Shrine is famous. St. Louis hotels are as varied as the guests that visit them. Visitors looking for a family friendly, low traffic area will be pleased with the Shrine Hotel.