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The Principal Hotel

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

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Exterior
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception
40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu
In-room safe, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$198
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr

Explore the area

Map
310 S Main St, Columbia, IL, 62236
  • River City Casino
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Busch Stadium
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Gateway Arch
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • St. Louis, MO (STL-Lambert-St. Louis Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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

ADA Freshman K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Senior K

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

Senior K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Wet bar
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Sophomore QQ

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single Bed

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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
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Q

Junior Q

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single 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
Private bathroom
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
Private bathroom
Microwave
Wet bar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa 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
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Freshman K

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

Freshman K

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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 dinner. Additionally, you'll find coffee/tea in a common area, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Columbia hotel include GCS Ballpark and Busch Stadium.

What's nearby

  • River City Casino - 18 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Busch Stadium - 21 min drive - 24.4 km
  • City Museum - 22 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Gateway Arch - 22 min drive - 25.4 km
  • St. Louis Zoo - 28 min drive - 33.3 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
  • ‪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

Hotel with free parking, in the vicinity of Missouri Civil War Museum
There's a restaurant on site. The Principal Hotel also features gift shops/newsstands, coffee/tea in common area, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Columbia hotel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 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.

Languages

English

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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 restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe on the Abbey
  • Graphite Restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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 16 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Principal Hotel on 29 Apr 2025 start from AU$198.03, 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.

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.

The Principal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sleeping in the school
It was a great stay. The room was exceptionally clean, and pleasing to the eyes. Definitely will stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful new hotel
Beautiful new hotel! The theme was fun, with the hotel being a converted Catholic school. Loved our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Clean and Comfortable
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
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay at the Principal again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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 .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Even though our stay was short we enjoyed it!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gennese

Disliked: Staff & service

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique facility, very clean, modern decor, central location in Columbia.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Buffey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Very nice very quiet close to many restaurants and shops
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Excellent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Darin

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Brand new property is beautiful and very chic. If not for the debacle during check-in, I’d give it a full 5 stars. Front desk girl fumbled through the incidentals retrieval on my credit card. Ran it multiple times to obtain what she called “putting it on fille”, but “not charging anything on it”. 90 minutes after I left, someone ran my card at an unrelated store next to the hotel for 180.00. When asked the next morning, the front desk said “oh I’m so sorry. I must have performed a pre-authorization there. It’s a learning experience for me and I’ll put that money back on your card”. I’d already disputed the charge with my account provider, and it dropped off in a couple days.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very impressed with this hotel, especially the nostalgic theme of the original property being a catholic school. They even had curtains made from the same plaid pattern of the school uniforms. Very unique and I will be back if it doesn’t get too pricey! Great vision someone had and excellent job repurposing things from the old school!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Anh

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is new, not experiences to do bussiness, not very friendly, no room services, so do, not good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024