The Mercantile on the Katy Trail

Hotels
9.8 (71 reviews)
500 Walnut Street , Hermann , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Garden
Pets allowed
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Location
Room Quality
Service
Overall Experience
Cons:
Noise issues
Limited breakfast options
Confusing room amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
10
Many reviews highlighted cleanliness positively.
Service
10
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Location
9.97
Mentioned positively in several reviews.
Room Quality
10
Rooms were described as lovely and good for long stays.
Amenities
9.46
Limited breakfast options were noted, but overall clean and equipped.
Value for Money
9.99
Perceived as a good value for the quality provided.
Food and Beverage
8.97
Some comments noted limited breakfast items.
Overall Experience
10
General sentiment was very positive across several reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 20:13

Property Description

Garden Oasis
Experience tranquility at The Mercantile on the Katy Trail with our beautiful garden setting.

Modern Amenities
Enjoy free WiFi and private parking during your stay at our hotel.

Cycling Paradise
Explore the scenic Katy Trail with ease - bike rentals are available for guests.

Visit The Mercantile on the Katy Trail for a serene escape.

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 71 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 9.97
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 9.46
Value for Money: 9.99
Food and Beverage: 8.97
Overall Experience: 10
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Smith extended_group us
10
Wonderful. Nice place for the bikes. Anything you need is provided. Good stop for laundry.
Pros:

Nice laundry, comfy beds, clean. Food and drink provided plus lots of bathroom amenities. Good communication. Loved this place. Will be back.

Cons:

I can’t think of anything.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Adam solo_traveller us
7
With a new mattress I’d def stay again
Pros:

Clean, up to date. Beautiful room. Very responsive. Love the small details like the hair wraps, facial products, bathroom essentials.

Cons:

The bed was the only downfall. Was so uncomfortable ended up sleeping on the couch and then we left a day early bc of it. Just no sleeping on that bed.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Jared couple us
9
Loved it!! Will come again!
Pros:

They had everything you might need or want in stock. They had beer in the fridge, coffee and other condiments.

Cons:

The mattress needs replaced. We sank in the middle of the bed and we felt like eggs in an egg carton.

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Melissa extended_group us
10
2026-04-13 via Nuitee
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Derrick couple us
10
First timer
Pros:

Cleanliness and quick response to requests.

Cons:

N/A

2025-11-22 via Nuitee
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Janice extended_group us
10
Would have liked to stay longer.
Pros:

Location. Facilities. Super clean. Lovely suites that you could live in for months if you wished.

Cons:

Some TV noise from other rooms.

2025-11-18 via Nuitee
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Tonya couple us
3
We won’t be back.
Pros:

Nice and roomy.

Cons:

NOISY!! People were very loud for several hours in the middle of the night. Loud music, screaming, hollering, loud music, stomping etc…

2025-11-10 via Nuitee
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Marian family_with_children us
10
2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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carey partner
10
Pros:

Feels like you are in an urban apartment with the best of the best design and furnishings down to stocked kitchen accessories. Stylish in all the quality ways. Super special place. Loved it!!

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
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marty partner
8
Pros:

Very nice accommodations, super convenient to the Katy trail.
Limited items for breakfast, only eggs, toast and coffee. They had cerel but no milk.
Bed was comfortable, but would have liked a pillow that wasn't so large and firm
Might suggest a sign on the building or in front of it, as it took a little while to figure out if I was at the correct place

2025-09-26 via Nuitee
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Richard
10
First Hermann MO trip!!
Pros:

Great room. Shower pressure a little soft but oberall great place.

2025-09-19 via Nuitee
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Janet family
8
Pros:

It was a challenge at first to identify the building. The unit was very clean. The kitchen had nice accessories. The bed was uncomfortable. There wasn’t any cream for the coffee. Light switches were confusing. And you could hear the neighbors in other rooms.

2025-09-13 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple us
10
Overall, a great place for a short stay. We were just passing through and wanted something different than a hotel night
Pros:

Big open space for kitchen n. Clean and new.

Cons:

Bed mattress was not good. Bowed into the middle.

No place to put your shower items in the claw tub/shower

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
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evba couple us
10
Loved the room.
Pros:

The room was fantastic and the location was good to explore the surrounding area. We would stay here again.

Cons:

The room was warm and to access the temperature you had to contact the owners (text, phone....) as you could not adjust it in the room. It was a smart thermostat that was behind a plastic lock cover.

2025-08-17 via Nuitee
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Staci partner
10
Pros:

The property was very well decorated and appointed with anything you would need. It was clean and had all sorts of toiletries that you might need, which was a nice bonus. I felt safe walking outside at night with my dog as the area was very quiet.

2025-08-13 via Nuitee
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Jarred
10
Best place we stayed on our entire trip!
Pros:

We booked The Mercantile on the Katy Trail as a last minute, on a whim stay during our family road trip. We couldn't believe how amazing the property was when we arrived. Every detail was thought of, and what an amazing place to stay! It was by far the best place we stayed during our multi-state road trip. Highly recommend to anyone!!!

2025-08-07 via Nuitee
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Patrice couple us
10
2025-07-31 via Nuitee
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Rene solo_traveller us
8
Lovely vintage rooms. Quiet area. Owner very generous and helpful.
Pros:

Beautiful building. Vintage furnishings. Very clean. Lovely extra touches.
Olga was very accommodating and made every effort to make me feel welcome.

Cons:

Felt a bit remote.
Air conditioning difficult to regulate.
Oven would not heat.

2025-07-23 via Nuitee
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Etherton extended_group us
10
2025-07-22 via Nuitee
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Teri couple us
10
An opulent boutique hotel experience NOT to be missed!
Pros:

An incredible 5-Star Boutique Hotel experience...Something you are not likely to find in Missouri! The suite was well appointed with original and repro furnishing to match the ambiance of the Vaudeville era. The extra amenities for guests were richly orchestrated for travelers exploring either Hermann or taking a break from the Katy trail. Everything from a refrigerator stocked with water and condiments to a selection of boutique bath soaps and personal cleansers all the way to fresh fruit and even a frozen pizza in the freezer for bike/foot travelers along the trail who might encounter inclement weather and unlikely to proceed into Hermann for provisions during their stay. This sort of ambiance and attention to detail is very rare in accommodations these days and should not be missed!

Cons:

McKittrick is a couple of miles north of Hermann and across the river from the conveniences of a city. McKittrick is an old Missouri river town so its a bit removed from modernity, however, if you have a vehicle or don't mind the extra distance its super quiet and incredibly relaxing. Additionally, The Mercantile is not staffed and reliant on full electronic access so it has a more AirBnB feel to the guest on-boarding experience.

2025-07-17 via Nuitee