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The Principal Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Missouri Civil War Museum

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Exterior
Breakfast, dinner and brunch served
40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
Reception
Room amenity

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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310 S Main St, Columbia, IL, 62236
  • Place, River City Casino
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Busch Stadium
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Gateway Arch
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Freshman K

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Freshman K

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for ADA Freshman K

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

ADA Freshman K

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Freshman Honors K

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Freshman Honors K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Sophomore Honors K

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sophomore Honors K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Honors K

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Honors K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Wet bar
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Senior K

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Senior K

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Wet bar
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Senior Honors K

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Senior Honors K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Wet bar
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Sophomore QQ

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sophomore QQ

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Sophomore Honors QQ

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Sophomore Honors QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for ADA Sophomore Honors QQ

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

ADA Sophomore Honors QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for ADA Junior QQ

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

ADA Junior QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Wet bar
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Honors QQ

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Honors QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Wet bar
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Senior QQ

In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Senior QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Wet bar
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Q

Junior Q

Junior Q

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Microwave
Wet bar
Air-conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Columbia

At The Principal Hotel, you'll be 14.3 km (8.9 mi) from Missouri Civil War Museum and 19.2 km (11.9 mi) from River City Casino. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The fine-dining restaurant, Graphite Restaurant, is open for breakfast, brunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find a gym, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Columbia hotel include Arsenal BG Ballpark and Busch Stadium.

What's nearby

  • River City Casino - 15 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Busch Stadium - 20 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Gateway Arch - 20 min drive - 28.8 km
  • City Museum - 22 min drive - 30.2 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 28 min drive - 39.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 22 min drive
  • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport (STL) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Principal Hotel

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Missouri Civil War Museum
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. A fitness centre, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at The Principal Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Columbia hotel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
The Principal Hotel offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers. This Columbia hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe on the Abbey
  • Graphite Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Principal Hotel?

The Principal Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Principal Hotel?

As of 10 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Principal Hotel on 30 Nov 2025 start from AU$171.62, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Principal Hotel?

Yep, The Principal Hotel has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Principal Hotel?

No, The Principal Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Principal Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Principal Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, brunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Principal Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Principal Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

The Principal Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 168 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here! The staff is very nice & always making sure you have what you need!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tianyong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
wonderful place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Banu

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant, super clean… Definitely recommend if you’re in the area. St Louise has a lot to offer, best part was Cahokia pyramids (wish they were renovated relating to past versions) and of course a teip to the top of Gateway Arch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jammie

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clyde

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

When I come back it won't be for work!

Man man man. I was so glad to find this little hotel in this little town of Columbia Illinois. I was working in St Louis and I didn't want to stay anywhere close to where I was working. This was about a 30-minute drive and worth every mile. Told my wife I'll be bringing her back to this little quaint town and hotel. Good restaurants nearby too. I stay in hotels about 2 weeks a month in different cities throughout the world and this was one of the trendiest, cleanest, most comfortable places I stayed in recent memory.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay. This hotel is incredible.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

craig

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was well kept, and very clean and comfortable. Columbia appears to be a very safe and quiet town. The only 'issue' we had was the one time I returned to find my room door blocked open by the dead bolt, and it appeared that no housekeeping persons were on the floor. I assume while supplying our room with fresh towels, they must have forgotten to reopen the dead bolt and let the door lock. Probably because of the hotels location, it appeared that we did not have anything missing. This could have turned out bad. The good thing is the room did have a combination lock box that I had taken advantage of with a valuable or two
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hubert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean quiet , room excellent ,mattress very comfortable, extra towels Overall experience awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

annie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

This hotel is so cool!!!!!!!!!!V

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful Hotel

One of the best hotel stays we've ever had! I loved all the unique schoolhouse themed items. From the moment we walked in it smelled very clean, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the bed was the most comfortable we've ever stayed in! The area around the hotel was nice and safe, I enjoyed walking on the walking/biking trail nearby. Highly recommend and will definitely stay again if in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique place to stay. Amazing rooms. Amazing town. Highly recommend
Room
King bed
Hall way. Harry Potter vibes
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can tell it was a school. It was gorgeous but definitely easy to get lost in.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mallory

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet property. We loved that it was repurposed from an old Catholic school and the theme was really cool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025