Le Vélo Inn | Historic Boutique Hotel in St. Charles, MO
Veteran-owned & family-run| A portion of every stay is donated to nonprofits changing lives worldwide. See where your stay gives back
St. Charles, Missouri · Steps from the Katy Trail

Stay in 1871.
Give in 2026.

A lovingly restored boarding house and saloon, reborn as an eclectic bicycle-themed boutique inn. Every night you stay helps fund medical missions, disaster relief, and hope for families around the world.

Veteran-OwnedFamily-RunEvery Stay Gives Back

Book direct in three simple steps. Have a code? Enter it above. See offers and rewards

3-Step Booking

Choose dates and a suite, add your details, and pay securely. Done, right here on our site.

Codes & Return-Guest Savings

Apply any promo code online. Returning guests save 10%.

Easy Arrival

Clear instructions before you arrive, so you walk right in.

Hosts, Not a Hotel Chain

A real family you can call. Bill and Susanne run the inn personally.

The Le Vélo Difference

More Than a Stay. A Story You Become Part Of.

History you can touch, family hospitality you can feel, and generosity you help create.

The restored 1871 historic building of Le Vélo Inn

A Living Piece of History

Built in 1871 as a boarding house and saloon, our building has been meticulously restored. Each suite honors a bicycle invented in the 1800s, from the Velocipede to the Penny Farthing.

Discover Our Story
Luxurious themed suite interior at Le Vélo Inn

Modern Luxury, Vintage Soul

Rainhead showers, bidet toilets, kitchens in most suites, Dyson hairdryers, customized robes, and luxury bedding, wrapped in vintage-inspired design.

Tour the Suites
The Le Vélo Inn courtyard

A Stay That Gives Back

A portion of every stay is donated to nonprofits supporting grieving parents, medical missions, disaster relief, life-changing surgeries, and orphanages.

See Your Impact
An Individualized Concierge Hotel

Not Corporate. Personal.

When you tell us what you are celebrating, we notice. Past guests marking a 15th anniversary found a personal card from Bill, Susanne, and our housekeeper, a decorated suite, and a little surprise waiting for them.

Susanne even asks whether you would prefer champagne or sparkling juice, because every guest deserves a celebration that fits them. Just let us know when you book.

Plan Your Celebration How We Celebrate You
A suite bed set with a heart of rose petals and flameless candles for a celebrating guest A candlelit suite with rose petals and a heart message on the TV

Rose petals, candlelight, and a message on the screen, prepared for guests celebrating at the inn.

100% Veteran-Owned

Served Our Country. Now Serving You.

Le Vélo Inn is 100% veteran-owned. Owner Bill is a U.S. Navy veteran, and he and his wife Susanne run the inn as a family business with the same sense of duty, discipline, and care for others.

We proudly honor those who served with a veteran and military rate.

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Stay in 1871. Give in 2026.

Your Night's Rest Becomes Someone's New Beginning

A portion of every stay supports nonprofits doing incredible things around the world. Now you can also visit our partners directly and support their work.

Our Giving Mission Meet Our Partners
A Look Around

Historic Charm, Hand-Restored

From the 1871 facade on N 2nd St. to the brick walls inside, every corner was saved and restored with care.

Le Vélo Inn at 1425 N 2nd St. glowing in the evening
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Historic photograph of the building that is now Le Vélo Inn
The historic building before its restoration.
Le Vélo Inn penny-farthing logo on a brick wall
Our penny-farthing mark, on the original brick.

The Katy Trail near Le Vélo Inn
Location, Location, Legacy

Historic Frenchtown, Two Blocks from the Katy Trail

America's longest rail-trail, craft coffee, breweries, French bistros, antique shops, and Main Street's year-round festival calendar are all within walking or riding distance.

Cyclists, romantics, families, and history lovers: the inn was designed with each of you in mind.

Explore the Neighborhood
1871
Year Our Story Began
8
One-of-a-Kind Suites
2
Blocks to the Katy Trail
Every
Stay Gives Back

Been here before? Welcome back.

Return guests save 10% on their next stay. Enter your code at booking and it is applied automatically.

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Ready When You Are

Book Direct. Stay in History. Give with Purpose.

Booking direct with Bill and Susanne means a fast three-step checkout, promo and return-guest savings, and a personal welcome.

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Good to Know

Quick Answers About Staying at Le Vélo Inn

Where is Le Vélo Inn?

Le Vélo Inn is at 1425 N 2nd St, St. Charles, MO 63301, in Historic Frenchtown. The Katy Trail is less than two blocks away, and Main Street St. Charles is a short walk.

What kind of hotel is Le Vélo Inn?

It is a veteran-owned, family-run boutique hotel in a restored 1871 building. There are eight one-of-a-kind, bicycle-themed stays: six suites in the historic building and two private courtyard cottages.

How much does a stay cost?

Nightly rates start at $169 for The Velocipede and vary by suite and date. You see the exact total at checkout before you pay.

How do I book direct?

Choose your dates, guests, and suite, enter your details, and pay securely. It is three steps and takes place on this website. Promo codes and the 10% return-guest discount are applied at checkout.

What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is 4 PM and check-out is 11 AM.

Does my stay support charity?

Yes. A portion of every stay is donated to nonprofits that support grieving parents, medical missions, disaster relief, orthopedic surgeries, and orphanages.

More answers in our Le Vélo Inn Guide & FAQ.