Gateway Conference Center Tours

Its ducked off in the cut!

First of all, we were not aware that this was an “all suite” hotel. I was shocked when we opened the door to our room! The suite was lovely. We had a small issue with the lack of cold water in our shower, but it was addressed immediately. There was only one (of 4) elevator operating. The repairs and inspection on the front two are due to be completed by end of May (2025). I believe the 4th elevator was in use for the ballrooms/meeting rooms in the lower level. We booked thru Expedia and were told at check-in that “smoking rooms were not sold to third party clients.” So, if you want a smoking room at a casino hotel, you MUST book through the hotel. The casino is not on the first floor of the hotel. It is across the street, attached to the hotel by an enclosed elevated walkway on the 4th floor (long walk and elevator rides to the casino). It is easier, depending on the weather, to go outside and cross the street. Very few non-Horseshoe related restaurants within walking distance of this area. Laclede’s Landing area is mostly vacant with a tattoo shop, Old Spaghetti Factory, and Kimchi Guys being the only active businesses. Overall, we enjoyed our stay, but would only stay for 1 or 2 nights, just to enjoy the casino. We would find elsewhere to enjoy the city’s tourist destinations.

The property is affordable and check-in is relatively quick, but the interior walls have a lot of scuff marks, the toilet, shower, and sink are functional but showing wear, tear, and their age. Towels were visibly dirty and the shower drain was almost fully clogged. The area, by appearance and reputation, is unsafe. The metal bars protecting the check-in window reflect that.