Welcome to St. Robert – Your Home Near Fort Leonard Wood
Looking for a cozy place to stay near Fort Leonard Wood? Our hotels in St. Robert are perfect for Graduation Families, Military Members in training, and all visitors. We’re proud to be close to the U.S. Army Maneuver Support Center of Excellence, where soldiers and international students train in essential fields like engineering and military police.
Fort Leonard Wood has grown into a top Army Center of Excellence, training thousands of military and civilians each year, and welcoming nearly 200,000 visitors for graduations. Discover more about graduations – click here.
Our hotels are conveniently located just off Interstate 44, providing easy access for travelers. We’re only 2 miles from the front gate of Fort Leonard Wood, making us the perfect choice for visitors attending graduations or military training. St. Louis is a short two-hour drive east, with Springfield, Mo., just over an hour to the west.
Love the outdoors? Fort Leonard Wood is your gateway to the Missouri Ozarks, with clear rivers, rich forests, and plenty of caves to explore. Plus, you’ll find museums, shopping, sports, and more just a short drive away.
Stay with us for comfort, convenience, and a touch of adventure in the heart of the Ozarks!
Fort Leonard Wood is located in the heart of the Missouri Ozarks.
Where is Fort Leonard Wood?
Fort Leonard Wood is in the heart of The Ozarks about 130 miles west of St. Louis and 90 miles east of Springfield, Missouri on Interstate 44.
How do I get to Fort Leonard Wood?
From our hotels, you go south on Missouri Avenue and it is 2 miles to the front gate. Maps are available at the front desk.
Trying to find a location on Fort Leonard Wood?
Maps are also available at the front desk and we would be happy to help you locate your destination on the map.
How early should I leave for an Army Graduation?
We recommend you leave 45 minutes to 1 hour before the start time to get through the gate and find the building and park. Seating is on a first come basis. Remember some days there are multiple graduations going on at the same time and traffic can be heavy.
What identification do I need to enter Fort Leonard Wood?
Visitors are provided information by the sponsoring unit on access procedures for attending graduation. More information on access can be found here.
What to wear to a graduation ceremony?
Your soldier will be dressed in a Class “A” uniform which is the Army’s formal uniform. You may wear what you want from casual to your Sunday best.
Will my Soldier be able to leave post?
Please check with the unit or the Drill Sergeant. Pass Policies vary by unit and depending upon the next destination of your soldier. Please see unit for details on passes after graduation.
What is a good place to eat?
Click here for our Restaurant recommendations. Some restaurants are within walking distance of our hotels.
What is there to do in the area?
Click here for our list of attractions.
Where is the closest shopping mall?
We have shopping centers in and around St. Robert, click here for information. Osage Premium Outlets are located at the Lake of the Ozarks (1 hour – 4540 Osage Beach Parkway, Osage Beach) and Battlefield Mall is located in Springfield (1 hour 20 minutes – 2825 South Glenstone Avenue, Springfield).
Where is the closest airport?
Lambert-St. Louis International (STL) – 2 Hour Drive.
Springfield-Branson Regional (SGF) – 1 hour 15 Minute Drive.
Waynesville Regional-Forney Field (TBN) Airport- On Fort Leonard Wood.
Is there ground transportation?
Greyhound Bus provides service to St. Roberts, Missouri. St. Robert borders the Fort Leonard Wood military reservation. The Greyhound Bus station is located at 718 Missouri Avenue, just outside the main gate.
Rental car agencies are available at all the airports and in St. Robert.
Budget, St. Robert 573-336-7193
Enterprise, St. Robert 573-336-7355
Hertz, St. Robert 573-336-0123
Hertz, FLW 573-329-6688
Shuttle Service- USA Express operates an airport shuttle service daily between Fort Leonard Wood and Lambert-St. Louis. Phone: 800-872-9399.
Local taxi service serving Fort Leonard Wood and the local area:
Post Cab Co. – 573-336-0111
What are the GPS direction for your hotel?
Candlewood Suites: 140 Carmel Valley Way, St. Robert, Missouri 65584
Fairfield Inn: 131 St. Robert Blvd., St. Robert, Missouri 65584
Hampton Inn: 103 St. Robert Plaza Drive, St. Robert, Missouri 65584
MainStay Suites: 227 St. Robert Blvd., St. Robert, Missouri 65584
