Forest Park Hotel by MDR

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Independent
7.4 (157 reviews)
5915 Wilson Ave, St. Louis, Missouri, 63110 , St. Louis , US
1-314-645-0700

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Express check-out
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Elevator
ATM/banking
Conference space
Golfing nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, attentive staff (multiple mentions of Alex, Ms. Riya, Mr. VJ, Mr. Jeff)
Convenient location near highway and many food options
Free parking / easy interstate access
Some guests find price to be a good value
A few guests reported comfortable beds
Cons:
Poor cleanliness: dust, stains, urine, used needles reported
Room issues: sagging/caved mattresses, odd layouts, thin walls
Pest reports / bugs on bed
Smoke odor and rooms that smell
Broken or missing amenities (coffee machine, water fountain, telephone)
No breakfast / no hot coffee; limited F&B
Small fridge and slow/bumpy elevators
Safety concerns (people in rooms, overall unsafe feel for some guests)

Categories

Cleanliness
3.5
Multiple reviews cite dirty rooms, dust, blood-stained mattress pad, urine on stairs, used needles on patio, smoke odor and reports of bugs — overall poor cleanliness.
Service
10
Service is repeatedly praised by several guests (mentions of Alex, Ms. Riya, Ms. Alex, Mr. VJ, Mr. Jeff providing excellent, accommodating and attentive service); a minority reported staff brushing off complaints, but overall staff performance is a clear positive.
Location
9.5
Frequently noted as convenient: near the highway, surrounded by food options and free/easy parking; location is a strong positive in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
5.2
Mixed but leaning negative: reports of full-size / sagging / caved-in beds, odd bathroom layouts, thin walls, smoke smell and pests; a few guests mentioned comfortable beds, so quality is inconsistent.
Amenities
7.5
Amenities are inconsistent: some guests report broken or nonfunctional items (coffee machine, water fountain, slow/bumpy elevators, tiny fridge) but the property still offers basic on-site amenities (parking, staffed front desk).
Value for Money
8.5
Mixed perceptions: some guests felt overcharged for poor rooms (e.g., paid $160 for a small/full bed), while others called the price great and said they'd return for appointments — overall value skews positive for some travelers.
Food and Beverage
6
Several guests noted no breakfast offered and lack of hot coffee; limited F&B available and inconsistent functioning of machines, producing a below-average but not entirely absent F&B experience.
Overall Experience
9
Overall impression is mixed: significant cleanliness/safety and room-quality issues reported, but outstanding, helpful staff and a very convenient location lead many guests to still recommend or return, producing a surprisingly positive overall experience for a portion of visitors.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-05-12 20:17

Property Description

Experience a perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Forest Park Hotel by MDR in the heart of St. Louis.

Unmatched Connectivity
Stay connected with complimentary wired and wireless internet access available in all guest rooms and common areas. With a 24-hour business center at your disposal, work seamlessly during your stay.

Versatile Event Spaces
Planning a conference or meeting? Benefit from 3,498 square feet of flexible space, expertly designed for every occasion. Our dedicated team is here to assist you in making your event a memorable success.

Comfortable Accommodation
Relax in one of our 119 tastefully appointed guest rooms featuring luxurious pillowtop beds and LCD televisions. Enjoy modern amenities including premium bedding, digital programming, and private bathrooms complete with complimentary toiletries.

Your ideal stay awaits—book your room today at Forest Park Hotel by MDR!

Important information:

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: STL

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

  • Guest type

    LGBTQ friendly

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

  • Children and extra beds

    No cribs (infant beds) available

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.4
Based on 157 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.5
Service: 10
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 5.2
Amenities: 7.5
Value for Money: 8.5
Food and Beverage: 6
Overall Experience: 9
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shawn • solo_traveller • us
10
All in all the place was amazing great area n was easy for my commute
Pros:

They was nice n clean place

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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teresa • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Try inside pool or hot tub for weather pool n hot tube help fill the rooms

Cons:

Clean

2026-05-24 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • family_with_children • us
5
Pleasant, but would not recommend to others.
Pros:

Close vicinity to attractions. Near great restaurants.

Cons:

Staff not very inviting. Thin walls with noisy neighbors.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Edward • solo_traveller • us
1
Would not recommend to an enemy
Pros:

I didn’t sleep outside, however sleeping on the floor would’ve been better than the bed.

Cons:

I paid $160 for a bedroom that had a full sized bed. The bed caved in the middle. The first room I was brought to smelled of smoke so I had to move to another room. Toilet was randomly in the middle of the bathroom. Room was also dusty. Fridge could not accommodate anything (way too small).

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Daria • family_with_children • us
7
В целом все неплохо, но не было питьевой воды, сам номер староват и требует ремонт
Cons:

Довольно старый отель, требует ремонта

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Brandon • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Katelin • family_with_children • us
5
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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MackRon71 • solo_traveller • us
1
Unsatisfied
Pros:

Bed was comfortable

Cons:

Some reason I kept feeling bites and noticed bugs crawling on the bed,plus had a distinction odor in the hallway

2026-04-18 • via Nuitee
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Heather • couple • us
4
It was sucky
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The fact that it cost so much for one night and they didn’t even offer breakfast nor was there any hot coffee upon arrival or in the morning.

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Brooks277 • Solo travel
10
10/10 Brooks
Pros:

Been here on and off for a little over a year and haven’t been disappointed yet.
This hotel is conveniently located near the highway and surrounded by many food options. The staff is amazing. Whether it be Ms. Riya extending grace for a late check out. Ms.Alex and her great service as front desk reception always an in and out process. Mr. VJ accommodating any need(s) I have or Mr. Jeff with his alertness monitoring the place making sure no randoms come in and out bothering the establishment or guest. Highly recommend to come if you need business done or just a quick getaway.

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor
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Jamie • couple • us
7
2026-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Phillip • couple • us
7
Decent.
Pros:

Free parking and easy access to the interstate.

Cons:

The extremely slow elevators! The ride was so bumpy, it felt like it would shut off. Odor of mildew and extremely saggy pillows and mattresses.

2026-04-02 • via Nuitee
R
Ron • solo_traveller • us
3
2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • extended_group • us
1
Do not stay here!
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The room felt dirty and the hotel felt unsafe. There were used needles outside on our patio.

2026-03-30 • via Nuitee
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Naesha • couple • us
1
Wont be staying again ever.
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Walls very thin, next door people never go to bed, I assume they reside here. Rooms smell like smoke, blood stained mattress pad. When I advised staff they brushed it off and said speak with a manager in the morning. My stay was a mess immediately after. No replacement towels or anything.

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
C
chasten • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

The hotel was clean and conveniently located. Staff was pleasant and the price was great. This will be our permanent stop when we have to be there for appointments.

2026-03-28 • via Nuitee
J
Johnson • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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King • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Riah • couple • us
2
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Tucker • extended_group • us
7
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee