Unbelievable Luxury Awaits: St. Louis Chesterfield's Hidden Gem (DoubleTree by Hilton)

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Louis Chesterfield Chesterfield (MO) United States

Unbelievable Luxury Awaits: St. Louis Chesterfield's Hidden Gem (DoubleTree by Hilton)

Unbelievable Luxury Awaits: St. Louis Chesterfield's Hidden Gem (DoubleTree by Hilton) - A Review as Real as Your Last Bad Haircut

Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I just spent a weekend at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Chesterfield, St. Louis, and let me tell you, it wasn’t just “fine.” It was… an experience. A messy, delightful, sometimes frustrating, but ultimately enjoyable experience. This isn’t your cookie-cutter hotel review; this is the raw, unfiltered truth, sprinkled with my own brand of chaotic enthusiasm. Let's dive in!

First Impressions (and a Moment of Panic About Finding the Front Door)

Right off the bat, the hotel is… substantial. It's not some dinky boutique place, it’s a proper, sprawling building. Finding the entrance felt like a scavenger hunt at first. I’m easily flustered, and for a split second, I wondered if I'd accidentally booked a stay in a repurposed power plant. But, you know, I persevered! The valet parking (yes, they have it!) was a godsend. I hate parallel parking… with a burning passion. And speaking of burning passions, let's get to the good stuff:

Accessibility: A Mixed Bag, Honestly

• Wheelchair Accessible: Mostly. The common areas and elevators seemed perfectly fine. The rooms are designed for accessibility, with all the relevant add-ons.
• Facilities for Disabled Guests: Check! They seem to be prepared to assist, but I didn't personally test the waters.
• Getting Around: Elevators are your friend. I saw some stairs, but let's be honest, I wasn't climbing them.

Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Fueling the Adventure

This is where things get interesting. Let's be honest, I am here to eat. Breakfast is my religion.

• Breakfast [Buffet]: Yes! And it was… okay. The usual suspects: eggs (scrambled, thankfully), bacon (always a win), pastries… nothing mind-blowing, but it kept me going. I may have also snuck a few extra sausages for later. Don’t judge.
• Breakfast in room: They offer it! A potential dream come true, especially for the hungover.
• Restaurants: There’s a few. I dined at the main restaurant and it was alright. Nice enough, but nothing to get overly excited about.
• Coffee shop (and more coffee!): Necessary. They had a Starbucks, so, crisis averted.
• Poolside bar: I didn't use it, but it looked inviting. Maybe next time.

My Unexpected Encounter: The Pool with a View (or, A Confession of a Terrible Swimmer)

Okay, this is my standout experience. I’m usually a landlocked creature. I’m a terrible swimmer. Like, sink-to-the-bottom-after three-strokes terrible. But something about the exterior pool, with that, "Pool with a View," lured me in. The view? It's fine. It's overlooking… some things(?), a road, a bit of greenery– nothing fancy. But, the feeling…

I’d convinced a friend to join me for a swim. I entered the pool. I was terrified. Then, I saw it: a ledge. A shallow, perfect ledge. I could basically wade and pretend I was swimming. And the best part? The sun! It was glorious. For an hour, I pretended to be a graceful mermaid. In reality, it was probably awkward. But I didn’t care! I had a drink (from the bar I didn't use), and I was content, even if it was just to hang out in the shallow section. Pure. Bliss. That pool saved my day (and my lack of swimming proficiency).

Relaxation and Self-Care: More Than Meets the Eye

• Spa/Sauna: They boast a full spa, and that's a win.
• Massage: Definitely an option. And after my pool escapade and pretending to swim as a mermaid, it's much-needed.

Cleanliness and Safety: A Big Sigh of Relief

I'm a germaphobe at heart (aren't we all these days?). I checked everything.

• Anti-viral cleaning products: Good.
• Hand sanitizer: Everywhere.
• Rooms sanitized between stays: Check.
• Staff trained in safety protocol: They seemed it!

Rooms: Cozy Comfort - or, My Love/Hate Relationship with Blackout Curtains

• Air conditioning: Essential!
• Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! - Yasss! Important for all my Netflix binging needs.
• Bathtub: Yes! And pretty big. I might have taken like a 30-minute bath.
• Blackout curtains: These are both awesome and dangerous. I want them, and I hate them. I woke up in the dark at noon. But, I needed the sleep.
• Coffee/tea maker: Yes!
• In-Room Safe Box: They aren't messing around!

Services and Conveniences: They Think of Almost Everything

• Concierge: I didn’t need them, but I bet they're wonderful.
• Dry cleaning/Laundry service: A life saver.
• Daily housekeeping: My room was pristine (and I am not a tidy person).
• Elevator: Thank god.
• Meeting/banquet facilities: Yup. Corporate folks? Check.
• Convenience store: For last-minute snacks!

For the Kids (and the Kids at Heart):

• Family/child friendly: Seems it.
• Babysitting service: Nice to know.

Things to Do (Beyond My Epic Pool Adventure):

• Fitness Center: I didn't go (shame on me). I had a spa to unwind myself!
• Things to do: There are a bunch of shopping and hiking nearby.

The Annoyances (Because No Place is Perfect)

• The lighting in the restaurant was a little… clinical. Dim lighting, people! We want ambiance!
• Parking can be challenging when the hotel is very busy. Be prepared to walk a bit.

The Verdict: Should You Book?

Absolutely.

The DoubleTree by Hilton in Chesterfield? It will surprise you. It’s not just “another hotel.” It’s a well-appointed, comfortable, and surprisingly fun place to stay. The staff are friendly, the rooms are comfortable, and the pool (even if you’re a terrible swimmer like me) is a highlight. It's a great place to escape to for a weekend.

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Final Score: 4 out of 5 (because nothing is perfect, and I'm still holding a grudge about those restaurant lights).

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Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this isn't your grandma's perfectly polished travel itinerary. This is me in Chesterfield, Missouri, and honestly? It's going to be messy. Prepare for tangents, existential dread, and the overwhelming feeling that I really need a nap.

DoubleTree by Hilton St. Louis Chesterfield - Operation: "Existential Dread and a Cookie"

Day 1: Arrival and the Utter Impossibility of Unpacking

• 1:00 PM: Arrive at Lambert International Airport (STL). Ugh. Airports. Smell of stale coffee and the unspoken promise of delayed flights. Seriously, is there a conspiracy theory about how they make those airport pretzels? So, so bad, yet I will eat one.
• 1:45 PM: Uber to DoubleTree in Chesterfield. Okay, the lobby is… standard. Maybe a little antiseptic. I'm immediately side-eyed by a brochure for a local dentist. "Whitest Teeth You've Ever Seen!" Seriously, Chesterfield?
• 2:30 PM: Check-in. The front desk person is genuinely nice, which throws me. I'm expecting jaded hotel staff, not a smiling human. The cookie, though! The legendary DoubleTree cookie. Heavy sigh of anticipation. This is what I've been living for.
• 2:45 PM: The cookie. I eat the cookie. It's… perfect. Warm, gooey, chocolatey. Just… chef’s kiss. Pure, unadulterated joy. Honestly, I might just stay in my room and eat cookies the entire time.
• 3:00 PM: Attempt to unpack. Fail. Why is this always the hardest part? My suitcase vomits its contents onto the bed. I stare at the mess and contemplate the meaning of life. Or maybe just the meaning of wrinkle-free travel. Neither is forthcoming.
• 4:00 PM: Decide that unpacking is a lost cause. Find the TV remote. Channel surf for approximately 30 minutes. Land on a reality TV show about… competitive dog grooming? Okay. Maybe the meaning of life is just… beyond me.
• 6:00 PM: Dinner. (TBD, but probably something low-effort. Room service? Yelp says there are several good restaurants nearby. But, bed, cookie-coma, and reality TV are tempting.)
• 7:00 PM: The internal debate continues. Does one really need to leave the heavenly comfort of the king-sized bed? I'll decide in the morning.
• 8:00 PM: (Or maybe earlier) Netflix. Probably something trashy and escapist.
• 9:00 PM: Sleep. Possibly. I'm a notoriously bad sleeper in hotels. The hum of the air conditioning is probably going to drive me crazy.

Day 2: Chesterfield Adventures (Maybe)

• 7:00 AM: Wake up. Groan. Air conditioning hum. (See, I told you.) Resist the impulse to hit the snooze button for 14 hours.
• 7:30 AM: Coffee. From the hotel. It's… okay. But not cookie-level okay.
• 8:00 AM: Decide maybe I should explore. I mean, I'm in Chesterfield. I should see Chesterfield things.
• 8:30 AM: Research what there is to see in Chesterfield. (Google Maps is my friend… maybe.) Okay, there's a historical society, shopping… more shopping… a park. Hmm.
• 9:30 AM: Decide to head to the Chesterfield Historical Society. Because history. (Or maybe because I need to leave the hotel.)
• 10:00 AM: Find the Historical Society. (Driving is slightly terrifying in a new city. I do not trust the traffic lights. Or the drivers.)
• 10:30 AM: Historical Society. It is… charming. I think. I get lost in the old photographs and immediately become self-conscious about my own life choices. Is that a common reaction to historical societies? I'm gonna go with "probably."
• 12:00 PM: Lunch. Try that place with the "best burgers in St. Louis" that I saw on Yelp reviews. End up eating a burger, fries, and half a milkshake. (Don't judge me. It's research.)
• 1:00 PM: Walk it off—just kidding. Back to the hotel, nap time.
• 2:00 PM: Nap. The air conditioning hums me to sleep. Bliss.
• 4:00 PM: Wake up, groggy. Cookie time?
• 5:00 PM: Hotel bar. One cocktail. Regret it immediately.
• 6:00 PM: Dinner. Order something for takeout from the burger place again.
• 7:00 PM: Back to the room. Netflix, again. Maybe this time, I'll attempt packing.

Day 3: Departure and the Cookie Memorial

• 7:00 AM: Wake up. Air conditioning hum. Curse quietly.

• 7:30 AM: Coffee. It's still just… okay.

• 8:00 AM: Pack. Done. (Miraculously!)

• 9:00 AM: One. Last. Cookie. Savor it. This cookie is a life-changing experience.

• 9:30 AM: Check out. Bid a fond farewell to the front desk person. They smile. I smile back. We both know; the cookie brought us together.

• 10:00 AM: Uber to airport.

• 11:00 AM: Flight. (Hopefully on time.)

• 1:00 PM: (ish) Back home. I feel like a completely different person.

• Emotional Reaction & Reflections:

  • I am, surprisingly, okay. I'm not sure what I expected from Chesterfield, but I got what I came for: a cookie. And a nice, quiet hotel room. I'm a simple creature.

  • The historical society… hmm. It was interesting, in a "staring at my own mortality" kind of way.

  • The burger was… good. Not life-altering. But good.

  • The cookie, however… that cookie was a spiritual journey. I'm now considering starting a DoubleTree cookie fan club.

  • I survived. And now I have, as a result, a renewed appreciation for the small splendors of life. And, of course, the Doubletree cookie.

  • Post-trip I am still thinking about the cookie. It truly made the trip worth it. I am now actively searching out other DoubleTree hotels, just for the cookie. I am questioning my entire life. Perhaps I should become a cookie critic.

• Final Verdict: Chesterfield? A perfectly fine place to, you know, be. But that cookie? That cookie is a masterpiece.

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Louis Chesterfield Chesterfield (MO) United States

So, Chesterfield's Calling? Why This Hilton? Is it ACTUALLY a "Hidden Gem?"

Okay, picture this: you're *over* the usual chain hotels. You're craving *something*... more. Chesterfield, Missouri? Initially, I thought "Suburbs. Yawn." But this DoubleTree? Honestly? It gives you a little *something something*. The marketing? "Hidden Gem." Hmmm. I'm a cynical traveler. But, *maybe* it's true. The location? Surprisingly convenient. Close to shopping, sure, but also a quick scoot to the wineries. (Weekend trip, anyone?) Look, the "hidden" part? It depends on your definition. It's not *literally* underground. (Though, the pool does feel a little like a secret grotto, more on that later...). But the atmosphere? It's a bit more... upscale than your average DoubleTree. The lobby isn't just a place to queue; it's a place to, you know, *linger*.

That Cookie? Tell Me About The Cookie. Is It ALL It's Cracked Up To Be? Because Let's Be Real, It's a *Big Deal*.

Oh, the cookie. The *infamous* DoubleTree cookie. Alright, let's get this out of the way. Yes. It's good. **Really** good. Warm, gooey, the perfect mix of chocolate and... well, magic, I suspect. It's like a warm hug after a long drive. That first bite? Pure bliss. Pure, unadulterated, cookie-induced joy. BUT. Let's be honest. It's not a life-altering experience. It's not the *reason* to stay here. (Though, I'm not going to lie, I may or may not have requested an extra one... or two... at check-in.) It's a fantastic touch. It's a *promise*. A promise of comfort and, let's face it, a sugar rush that'll keep you going for hours. Just don't expect it to solve world hunger... or your existential dread. (Though, it *might* help a little.)

Okay, Beyond the Cookie. The Rooms. Are They Decent? Not a Dump?

The rooms? Honestly? Above average. They're not the Ritz, but they're comfortable. Clean. The beds? Seriously, I *slept*. No creaking, no mysterious smells. A *huge* win. The bathrooms are… functional. Maybe a little dated décor, but hey, it's not a dealbreaker. Air conditioning? Worked like a charm. Because, let's be honest, St. Louis summers are brutal. My only real *nitpick* – and it's a petty one, I admit – is the lighting. A little dim. I like to read in bed. I need *brightness*. But hey, I'm a light-sensitive vampire, so... you probably won't mind. Bottom line? You'll be happy to crash here after a day of exploring... or, you know, just relaxing by the pool. (Speaking of which…)

That Pool You Mentioned... Is It Worth a Dip? Or Just Another Chlorinated Prison?

The pool... okay, *this* is a highlight. It's not gigantic, but it's well-maintained. Seriously, it's *clean*. Like, sparkling water clean. There's a little waterfall feature that's kinda cheesy, but charming. The atmosphere? Surprisingly relaxing. I actually managed to chill out for a few hours, which is practically a miracle. The best part? The indoor/outdoor setup. You can swim from inside to outside. Genius! It’s *perfect* for those days when the Missouri weather can’t quite decide what it wants to be. Rain? No problem! Sun? Even better! I spent probably an hour just swimming back and forth, feeling like I was in some secret spa getaway. (Okay, maybe I was having *too* much fun...) I think I might have needed a third cookie after that.

Let's Talk Food. The on-site dining? Is It a Waste of Calories? Or Something… Unexpectedly Good?

The dining... alright. Let's just say it's better than your average hotel restaurant. They have a restaurant and a bar. The bar's a safe bet for a quick bite, a burger (which was surprisingly decent, actually) and a beer after a long day. The restaurant? I’ve tried it. It's edible. Not mind-blowing, but perfectly acceptable. Breakfast buffet? Standard fare. Eggs, bacon, the usual suspects. They do have a made-to-order omelet station, though. That's a plus. Honestly, I'd probably venture off property for something special. Chesterfield has a lot of options. But if you're exhausted and just want something easy? You won't starve. Just don't expect Michelin stars.

So, The Staff. Are They Nice? Or Just Faking It For Tips?

The staff? Generally, they're *great*. Friendly, helpful, and genuinely seem to care. Check-in was a breeze. The front desk staff were particularly pleasant. They even remembered my name (which, admittedly, is probably because I asked for extra cookies...). Of course, there's always the occasional hiccup. One time, I needed extra towels, and it took a bit longer than expected. But hey, nobody's perfect. Small price to pay for the overall positive vibe. It’s hard to fake genuine hospitality, and these folks seem to have it.

The Location, Again: Anything *Actually* Interesting Nearby? Besides, You know, Retail Therapy?

Chesterfield... the big draw is definitely the shopping. Lots and lots of it. Premium Outlets, the usual suspects. If you're into that, you're in heaven. I'm not a big shopper myself, so I'm looking for something else. The wineries are a big plus. There's a few good ones a short drive away. That's what I'd recommend. Or, a day trip to St. Louis itself isn’t too tough to make, and the city's got a load of stuff to do. Gateway Arch, the zoo, the art museum… It's a quick trip. Depends on what you're after. For me, it's the wineries and a bit of relaxation.

Would You Actually Go Back? The Big Question. The Real Verdict. Give It To Me Straight.

Would I go back? Yeah, probably. Honestly, I *enjoyed* it. It’s not the most glamorous hotel in the world, but its got a certain charm and the pool is a huge selling point. It’s comfortable, convenient, and the staff are lovely. And those cookies... don’t forget the cookies! If you're looking for a stress-free stay in Chesterfield, this is a solid choiceComfy Hotel Finder

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Louis Chesterfield Chesterfield (MO) United States

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Louis Chesterfield Chesterfield (MO) United States

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