The Pennywell St. Louis Downtown opens

The Pennywell St. Louis Downtown, a Hilton hotel developed by Rockbridge, has opened. Formerly the Merchants-Laclede National Bank building, which originated in 1885, the hotel features 195 guestrooms, a fitness center, coworking spaces, 5,113 sq. ft. of event space, The Pennydrop Bar + Kitchen and a lobby lounge,

The property, operated by HEI Hotels & Resorts, is located in downtown St. Louis, a half-mile from the Gateway Arch and America’s Center, while Busch Stadium is nearby.

Historic elements such as the original 1888 vault doors and vintage decor were used in Jacki Arena Interiors‘ design of the property.