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Chippewa Motel

Chippewa Motel offers free Wi-Fi and parking in St. Louis near top attractions like Missouri Botanical Garden and The Gateway Arch. Rated 2.6/5 by 176 guests.

7880 Watson Rd, St. Louis, MO 63119, United States View on map
5.2/10
Average Based on 178 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free parking
What recent guests emphasize

Honest insights from past visitors

Reviews reflect a budget-friendly motel with basic amenities, mixed feelings about cleanliness and upkeep, and convenient location for quick stays and sightseeing.

Guests often praise

  • Affordable rates compared to other options in the area.
  • Friendly and attentive customer service with a family-like atmosphere.
  • Convenient location near dining options and local attractions.
  • Rooms described as cozy and sufficient for short stays.
  • Free parking and free Wi-Fi available for guests.

Worth knowing

  • Property is older with some signs of wear and slow remodeling progress.
  • Cleanliness is variable; some guests noted the need for better upkeep.
  • No on-site restaurant, fitness center, or pool amenities.
  • Mostly suited for budget-conscious visitors who prioritize price over luxury.
  • Some guests find the owners a bit pushy but generally helpful.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking low-cost lodging near popular St. Louis attractions.
  • Short stays or last-minute accommodations on a tight budget.
  • Visitors prioritizing location over upscale amenities.
  • Guests comfortable with basic services and a no-frills environment.
  • Those looking for easy access to parking and free Wi-Fi.
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About this property

Welcome to Chippewa Motel

Chippewa Motel is a budget-friendly option located at 7880 Watson Rd in St. Louis, Missouri. Offering basic amenities such as free Wi-Fi and free parking, the motel caters primarily to travelers seeking affordable accommodations without extra frills like a pool, restaurant, or fitness center. Its modest rating of 2.6 reflects a mix of experiences from guests.

Set within easy reach of several popular attractions, the motel suits visitors interested in sightseeing and exploring the city. Notable nearby points of interest include the Missouri Botanical Garden, the Saint Louis Zoo, and the iconic Gateway Arch, all highly rated by guests. For those arriving by air, St. Louis Lambert International Airport is approximately a 25-minute drive, making the location convenient for transit travelers.

Guest reviews suggest a property that shows signs of wear, with some commenting on slow progress in renovations and cleanliness issues, while others appreciate the affordability and straightforward atmosphere. The motel is often chosen for short stays or last-minute bookings, particularly by those prioritizing cost over luxury. Customer care is sometimes highlighted positively, reflecting a familiar local character.

Nearby accommodation choices offer alternatives for travelers seeking higher ratings or additional amenities. Overall, Chippewa Motel fits guests looking for an economical base close to key St. Louis attractions, especially those with flexible expectations and an emphasis on convenience over comfort.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free parking

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

CK
Chris Knight Mar 20, 2026
10

Need to lower the weekly rate instead of being 350 and needs a good cleaning inside the rooms and finishing working on the rooms through the remodeling the hotel they are working very slow on it since last year in the summer time and haven't liked living for there since last year in August

S
SweeToxic Mar 17, 2026
10

It's a great place, a little run down and the owner are a little pushy, but other than that, great late minute place to grab.

CAC
Carol Ann Counts Mar 16, 2026
10

Always very nice old place but definitely worth it in a jam

DM
Deano Martin Mar 14, 2026
10

Clean and cheap rooms. No Doritos in the sheets like the coral charts motel. Great hourly rates. Perfect for what I use this hotel for.

JM
Jacob Manes Mar 13, 2026
10

Cozy rooms with a nice atmosphere. No Continental breakfast but there's a QuikTrip and White Castle down the street so that's good I guess.

BW
Brett Wall Feb 15, 2026
8.0

Well this motel is so nice that they charge me a very low price when it was 37 degrees outside I like the chippewa motel

MP
Michael P. Feb 02, 2026
10

My dad used to take me here as a kid and i know these people like family. Very good customer care.

ML
Morgan Loynd Jan 23, 2026
8.0

I was reading a lot of comments and people keep talking negative about it. Well, what do you expect for $65 nowadays cheapest hotel room is for $165 and more so you get exactly what you paid for sure. the places rundown this place has been here for years and years and years and a lot of people go in and out so when you have dirty people live in it of course they’re not gonna take care of the place so it’s called wear and tear. definitely needs a lot of love and TLC, but you can’t complain you saw it online and you still decided to come here and then you have a nerve to complain, but the staff is really friendly. It’s definitely quiet and peaceful not a lot to do around there, but you got what you paid for and yes, it has holes in the sheets because it’s a smoking room and I think a lot of people that do drugs rent that place so they definitely burn sheets, and they DONT make a lot of money to UPGRADE it. I would say if they took about $2000 for each room to upgrade it then no one would complain but then again they probably make $1500 or less every day from people renting it but then they have to pay utilities rent and everything else so they don’t make a lot of money to upgrade But once they do that the prices will definitely go up. it’s not the best place but it’s not the worst. Don’t come here rent room if you’re gonna complain pay three times the amount and get a better room then. But no matter where people go negative Nancy’s will always find a reason to to complain.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Chippewa Motel

St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Based on sightseeing, recreation, and getting around

  • Shrewsbury-Lansdowne I-44 52 min Walk
  • Watson @ Aldershot EB 1 min Walk
  • Watson @ Pembroke WB 2 min Walk
  • St. Louis Lambert International Airport 25 min Car · 1 hr 25 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Missouri. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

The Gateway Arch 42,181 reviews

The Gateway Arch

St. Louis, MO 63102, United States

4.7 · Monument
Saint Louis Zoo 39,917 reviews

Saint Louis Zoo

1 Government Dr, St. Louis, MO 63110, United States

4.8 · Zoo
Missouri Botanical Garden 17,755 reviews

Missouri Botanical Garden

4344 Shaw Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63110, United States

4.8 · Botanical Garden
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