About this Location

Facility Overview

Situated in the bustling Midtown/Downtown West corridor of St. Louis, the parking lot at the Residence Inn St. Louis Downtown (2681 Scott Ave) offers a dependable, well-maintained on-site surface parking facility. Positioned directly off Scott Avenue adjacent to South Jefferson Avenue, this open-air parking lot features marked individual stalls designed for straightforward self-parking. Because this is a wide-open surface lot rather than a subterranean or multi-deck covered parking garage, it boasts open vertical clearance, making it an excellent choice not only for standard sedans, compact crossovers, and family minivans, but also for full-sized pickup trucks, roof-box-equipped SUVs, and high-profile commercial vans that frequently run into low-clearance restrictions elsewhere in the city.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

The lot offers an enviable strategic location bridging the Downtown West entertainment district and Midtown educational and medical centers. Sports fans and live event lovers are perfectly placed:

CITYPARK Stadium: Home to MLS club St. Louis CITY SC, located less than a 15-minute walk (under 0.8 miles) to the northeast.
St. Louis Union Station: Home to the St. Louis Aquarium, The Wheel, and historic entertainment attractions, located roughly an 8- to 10-minute walk away (approx. 0.5 miles).
Enterprise Center: Home of the NHL St. Louis Blues and premier national concert tours, accessible within a 15- to 18-minute walk or a 3-minute rideshare trip.
Chaifetz Arena & Saint Louis University (SLU): Situated just northwest, reachable within a short 3- to 5-minute drive.
Harris-Stowe State University: Positioned just blocks north of the facility across Market Street.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Reaching this parking facility is exceptionally straightforward due to its proximity to major transportation arteries. Drivers can easily access the lot via South Jefferson Avenue, with direct connectivity to Interstate 64 (I-64/US-40) and convenient connections to Interstate 44 (I-44). Ingress and egress occur smoothly along Scott Avenue, helping drivers bypass the heavy vehicular bottlenecks that typically form on Market Street and Clark Avenue immediately following major stadium matches and arena concerts. Public transit riders can also connect directly to the MetroLink light rail system at the nearby Union Station or Grand MetroLink stations, enabling seamless car-free travel to Forest Park, the Gateway Arch, or St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL).

Facility Amenities & Key Features

Spacious, paved open-air surface parking with clearly designated parking bays.
Unrestricted vertical clearance accommodating lifted trucks, work vans, and roof racks.
ADA-compliant accessible parking stalls located close to facility entry points.
Well-lit perimeter with evening exterior lighting fixtures for enhanced visibility and peace of mind.
Continuous 24/7 operating hours accommodating early departures and late-night returns.
Direct walking access to hotel hospitality amenities and nearby neighborhood restaurants.

Ideal For

Soccer & Hockey Fans: Supplying convenient event parking for St. Louis CITY SC matches at CITYPARK and Blues games at the Enterprise Center.
Tourists & Families: Visiting the St. Louis Aquarium, The Wheel, and exhibits at historic Union Station.
Business Travelers & Commuters: Visiting companies and corporate offices across Downtown West and Midtown St. Louis.
Oversized Vehicle Drivers: Contractors, tradespeople, and road trippers seeking parking without ceiling height restrictions.

Visitor & Driver Tips

When attending major sporting events or weekend festivals downtown, plan to arrive at least 45 to 60 minutes prior to kickoff or puck drop to ensure seamless entry before local street traffic peaks. If arriving via I-64, take the Jefferson Avenue exit and turn south onto Jefferson, then turn right onto Scott Avenue to access the property. Remember to secure your vehicle by rolling up all windows, locking doors, and keeping any luggage, electronics, or personal valuables stored out of sight.