Roaming St. Louis: AC hotel sets 'High Bar' in downtown Clayton

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The High Bar is on the 11th floor of the AC Hotel in downtown Clayton Photo credit Scott Jagow

For his Roaming St. Louis segment this week, KMOX host Scott Jagow traveled to Clayton to visit a new hotel and rooftop bar. AC Hotel, a European chain headquartered in Spain, recent filled out an 11-story building where the police station used to be. Atop the hotel, you’ll find High Bar.

Scott talks with John Gieseke, director of sales, about the High Bar’s food and drink offerings, the evolution of Clayton, the hotel’s appeal and more. Listen below.

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High provides a nearly 360 degree view of downtown Clayton Photo credit Scott Jagow
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The patio, with its installed heat, can accommodate most weather Photo credit Scott Jagow
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High Bar has no TVs, a move designed to encourage conversations Photo credit Scott Jagow
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AC Hotel and High Bar were built in the location of the old police station in downtown Clayton Photo credit Scott Jagow
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John Gieseke, director of sales for AC Hotel and High Bar Photo credit Scott Jagow
Featured Image Photo Credit: Scott Jagow