In the heart of Cortex, Aloft St. Louis Cortex offers a modern retreat with a grocery/convenience store and coffee shop/cafe. Connect to free in-room WiFi, unwind by the indoor pool, or get work done at the 24-hour business center; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 19 min drive
St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 28 min drive
St. Louis Gateway Station - 7 min drive
Kirkwood Station - 21 min drive
Central West End Station - 15 min walk
Grand Station - 24 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min walk
IKEA Cafeteria - 9 min walk
Pizza Hut - 11 min walk
Wingstop - 12 min walk
Jack in the Box - 12 min walk
About this property
Aloft St. Louis Cortex
Aloft St. Louis Cortex puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of St. Louis University and Barnes Jewish Hospital. The coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after having fun at the indoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. This Art Deco hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from St. Louis Union Station and Forest Park. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
129 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Onsite garage
Offsite parking within 0.5 mi (USD 25.00 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–8:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Grocery/convenience store
What to do
Pool table
Working away
24-hour business center
2 meeting rooms
Coworking spaces
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2020
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop garden
Picnic area
An indoor pool
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed captioned TV
Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
Lowered peephole/view port in door
Lowered locks/deadbolt
Height-adjustable showerhead
Grab bar near toilet
Lever door handles
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 3.50 to 9.00 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Parking
Parking is available offsite and costs USD 25.00 per day (0.5 mi away)
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
Also known as
Aloft ST Louis Cortex
Aloft St. Louis Cortex Hotel
Aloft St. Louis Cortex St. Louis
Aloft St. Louis Cortex Hotel St. Louis
Aloft St. Louis Cortex a Marriott Hotel
Frequently asked questions
Does Aloft St. Louis Cortex offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Aloft St. Louis Cortex does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Aloft St. Louis Cortex?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Aloft St. Louis Cortex?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Aloft St. Louis Cortex?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Aloft St. Louis Cortex?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Horseshoe St. Louis Casino (7-min drive) and Casino Queen (9-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Aloft St. Louis Cortex and nearby?
Aloft St. Louis Cortex has an indoor pool and a picnic area.
What's the area around Aloft St. Louis Cortex like?
Aloft St. Louis Cortex is a short 12-minute walk from St. Louis University and 15 minutes' walk from Barnes Jewish Hospital. Travelers say this hotel is in a good location.
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Aloft St. Louis Cortex Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The pool was a highlight for many guests, with some describing it as "amazing" and a great place to swim. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2025
Amazing staff and lovley rooms. Would 100% stay again
Gary
Gary, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 22, 2025
Fav hotel for quick getaway
Always clean and comfortable and affordable
Ebonie
Ebonie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2025
Amazing hotel! fun atmosphere, close to Metrolinke (Cortex station) which we rode to music festival in Forest Park. Fun Bar on 2nd floor, would recommend
Kimberly
Kimberly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2025
Nice clean hotel. Friendly staff. Toilet and sink both leaked but other than that it was good.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 23, 2025
Will be the first place I look for when I come bac
Location is excellent with all the sites we wanted to see within a 10 minute drive. This area is near several medical centers and is in a safe neighborhood as well. Room was well appointed, clean and modern. Staff was friendly and gave good suggestions on dinning.
Troy
Troy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2025
This place was awesome! Very nice location was also good
Robbie
Robbie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
New and clean
Nice new and clean. Just big enough to relax and sleep.
Christina
Christina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Have a pet? Stay here!
Staff was amazing!
Pet accommodations were great!
Chelsea
Chelsea, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 24, 2025
Clean, convenient and friendly staff
ANDREA
ANDREA, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
Great location
Lisa
Lisa, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Was a great hotel for family with two 13-year-olds. Was clean and had good amenities for the kids. The coffee shop across the street was great too!
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2025
So far so good great service nice amenities and the pool feels great
Faraiji
Faraiji, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
Overall a great hotel, staff could be friendlier
Jeehyon
Jeehyon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2025
Great hotel. Great price.
Awesome and modern hotel in a fantastic area. Great staff. Clean facility. The only downfall is that you have to take a short walk to the parking lot. In the summer, no problem. Wintertime...
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2025
Great hotel in a great location. Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Benjamin
Benjamin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2025
A pleasant stay
Svetlana
Svetlana, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 9, 2025
Nice stay for short visit.
The room floors could have been swept or vacuumed. The toilet paper holder was broken off of the wall. No iron or iron board in the room you have to ask the front desk for them.
Sherika
Sherika, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2025
Cool funky and comfortable!
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2024
This was a lovely place to stay...clean, easily accessible, and friendly staff..the lobby was one of the cutest I've seen We will be back for sure.
emily
emily, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 10, 2025
Helpful staff
Joshua
Joshua, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 26, 2025
In the middle of nowhere
Very limited breakfast menu but worse is the location. There are not many restaurants nearby and unless you are going to the hospitals close by, there are not convenience stores or restaurants close by. Worse - the hotel takes advantage of the situation by charging astronomical amount for common items. Example : a regular (no king side) Hershey chocolate bar almost $5. This is ridiculous.
Juan
Juan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
Great stay
Lacey
Lacey, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2025
Great location and ammenities
Almost everything was great. From room space, clealiness, staff service, to location of the hotel near public metro rail. Only one thing I would like to mention is to offer more more food options in the cocktail area. We wanted to stay in and not eat out but only one kind of pizza was available.
ronaldo
ronaldo, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2025
The front desk personnel were amazing!
Taurance
Taurance, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2025
Cubs win!
We came with family and friends to a baseball game. This was close enough to the ballpark and was in a quiet area. Had to park near the facility for a short walk. Friendly staff and clean location. The room was nice, bed was very comfortable for both of us, shower was nice, good water pressure. Had coffee in the morning did not get breakfast but was available and cost extra. Didn’t visit the bar, pool or exercise area but was available. Would recommend this place.