Farmington, Missouri, sits about an hour south of St. Louis and offers an abundance of activities, including a winery, a tiger sanctuary and 15 parks, one of which has 30,000 square feet devoted solely to skateboarders, BMX riders and in-line skaters. Golfers visiting Farmington will find two quality courses, including the 18-hole Crown Pointe Golf Club, which earned a four-star rating from Golf Digest magazine. The city is near several state parks, hiking trails and the state's only whitewater area. Hotels in the city offer easy access to all of the area's activities.
Tradition Inn
All 90 rooms at the Tradition Inn offer free wireless Internet access, coffee and tea makers and complimentary continental breakfasts. Mini suites offer king-size beds and an extra sitting area with sofa and chair, while executive suites feature king-size beds, pullout sofa beds and kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators. Some rooms also offer poolside access. The hotel has an outdoor pool, a fitness center, guest laundry services and valet dry cleaning. Catering services are available, and meeting rooms on-site can accommodate groups from 10 to 150 people. Spokes Pub & Grill is located on the property. The hotel is about five miles from the Crown Pointe Golf Club or 12 1/2 miles from the St. Francois Country Club.
Tradition Inn
1625 W. Columbia St.
Farmington, MO 63640
(573) 756-8031
traditioninn.com
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
Holiday Inn Express is downtown and near the Family Fun Center, which offers entertainment such as cosmic bowling, arcade games and dancing. The 60-room non-smoking Holiday Inn features free high-speed Internet access, an indoor pool, a business center with copy and fax services, and complimentary buffet breakfasts. Rooms offer coffee makers, in-room movies and work desks. Some rooms also offer microwaves, refrigerators and whirlpools. Nearby dining options include the Pasta House Co. and the Stix & Steins bar and lounge. The property is about two miles from Crown Pointe Golf Club and about 11 1/2 miles from the St. Francois golf course.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
820 Market St.
Farmington, MO 63640
(573) 701-0505
hiexpress.com
Eagle Lake Lodge
The 48-room Eagle Lake Lodge sits on the edge of the Crown Pointe Golf Club and is a little more than nine miles from the St. Francois Country Club. The hotel offers complimentary continental breakfasts, tennis courts, a fitness center and an indoor pool and hot tub. Guests have access to a business center with computer, fax and copy services and dry cleaning services. The property has a meeting room that can accommodate up to 40 people. All rooms come with free Internet access and coffee and tea makers. Suites have pullout sofas and king-size beds. Some suites feature Jacuzzis and kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators. The hotel's restaurant offers live music and views that overlook the golf course.
Eagle Lake Lodge
4245 Hunt Road
Farmington, MO 63640
(573) 701-9747
stayateaglelake.com
About The Author
Cece Nash began her career as a writer, editor and graphic designer for Gannett Co. in 1995. She has edited for health magazines and business-to-business publications, and her work has appeared on websites such as ModernMom, RedEnvelope and USAToday.com. Nash earned a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from the University of Iowa.
