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The Principal Hotel

2.0 star property
Columbia hotel with restaurant

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Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reception
1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
The Principal Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Columbia. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Graphite Restaurant, which serves dinner.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry service
  • Gift shops/newsstands
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Digital TV service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
$94 nightly
The total price is $104
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Total includes taxes and fees

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

ADA Freshman K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Honors QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Senior QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Senior K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Sophomore QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Freshman Honors K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Q | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Q

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Sophomore Honors QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Sophomore Honors K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Junior Honors K

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Honors K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Senior Honors K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

ADA Sophomore Honors QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

View all photos for Freshman K

1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Freshman K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

ADA Junior QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
310 S Main St, Columbia, IL, 62236

What's nearby

  • River City Casino - 17 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Busch Stadium - 24 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Gateway Arch - 24 min drive - 27.4 km
  • City Museum - 25 min drive - 29.5 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 32 min drive - 38.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Louis Lambert Intl. Airport (STL) - 38 min drive
  • St. Louis, MO (SUS-Spirit of St. Louis) - 38 min drive
  • St. Louis Gateway Station - 22 min drive
  • Kirkwood Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Top Shooters Sports Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Reifschneider's Grill & Grape - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Principal Hotel

The Principal Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Columbia. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Graphite Restaurant, which serves dinner.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 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 10:00 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

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

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Graphite Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Cafe on the Abbey - This café serves breakfast and lunch. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20.0 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Principal Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Principal Hotel 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.

Are pets allowed at The Principal Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Principal Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Principal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at The Principal Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but River City Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at The Principal Hotel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Missouri Civil War Museum (8.9 mi) and River City Casino (11.9 mi), along with Arsenal BG Ballpark (12.3 mi) and Busch Stadium (15.1 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near The Principal Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Graphite Restaurant.

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The Principal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great property!
2-night trip

10/10

The staff is always incredible! The location is convenient. You have a cute coffee shop next door and now a great restaurant! I always stay here when I'm in Columbia.
5-night trip

10/10

My room was great. Beautiful shower, clean room, very comfortable bed. There was also a mini fridge, microwave, iron, keurig, and blow dryer in the room.
1-night trip

10/10

This s hotel is very neat, a modified school. Very well done, not a cheap rush job like many hotels that get updated.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful little spot. The restaurant was excellent and beds were comfortable
1-night trip

10/10

The atmosphere was uplifting; the decor exuded uniqueness and joy; the grounds were impeccably clean and secure; the town embodied a refreshingly authentic American charm!
Aerial view
1-night trip

10/10

charming boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Columbia. Many restaurants in walking distance.
1-night trip

10/10

An amazing atmosphere
1-night trip

10/10

The school theme is fun, and the fact that it was a school and has that history is really interesting. I will stay here again.
3-night trip

10/10

Even though our stay was short we enjoyed it!
1-night trip

10/10

My wife was thrilled about this stay and thought it was her favorite which is saying something given that we have stayed at many 5 star properties over the years.
1-night trip

10/10

Would definitely stay at the Principal again!
2-night trip

10/10

We were traveling through to visit family on our way to Nashville and wanted to check out a non-chain hotel. I am really impressed with the renovation of this old Catholic school and how they tied together the history into the concept of the hotel. Very clean, comfortable and accommodating. I was impressed with everything from check in to check out, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the price was great! We felt right at home. The beds were comfortable and the rooms well taken care of. I look forward to a return stay.
1-night trip

10/10

The hotel was clean and inviting right as we walked in. The room was spacious and clean. The shower was soothing. The staff was friendly and helpful with ideas on things to do in the area. There were plenty of eating options close by. Loved our stay and will return when we are in this area again.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful new hotel! The theme was fun, with the hotel being a converted Catholic school. Loved our stay!
1-night trip

10/10

Great place to stay. Excellent staff.
2-night trip

10/10

Beautiful design and cleanliness.
1-night trip

10/10

It was a great stay. The room was exceptionally clean, and pleasing to the eyes. Definitely will stay there again!
1-night trip

8/10

The property was very clean. The service of the staff they were very polite and helpfully . The history of the building is a incredible story. Great experience
1-night trip

10/10

Very nice very quiet close to many restaurants and shops
1-night trip

10/10

What a beautiful and unique facility! Loved every part from the spacious rooms to the schoolhouse decor. I will be back!
1-night trip

10/10

Amazing!!! Clean , new and 1 of a kind
1-night trip

10/10

The hotel is very nice and clean. It seems new, and was very quiet. The town is small and convenient to get to work in STL. A couple good restaurants nearby too. I would definitely stay again.
4-night trip

10/10

I loved this theme and decor school house of this boutique hotel , we stayed due to a wedding we attended only live about 30 minutes away. We will be back t enjoy the patio and bar .
1-night trip

10/10

The Principal is a very clean and quiet hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Also the bed was very comfortable. If you need a place to stay in Columbia or Waterloo area i highly recommend The Principal you won’t be disappointed
4-night trip