Hotel Frederick

Name:  Hotel Frederick, Frederick Retirement Center

Location:  501 High Street

Built:  1905, 1920's

    Located on the northeast corner of High Street and Main Street, facing south, the Frederick is a local and state landmark  and considered the best example of Romanesque Revival Architecture in the area.  The hotel was built for Charles Sombart -- who named it after his son -- by W.J. Cochran and Sons Construction Company in 1905. 

    With the construction of Highway 40 and the Boonville Bridge in 1924, it became known as an exceptional hotel with quality dining.  From 1905 to 1964 the hotel was leased by the Million family.  The Sombart family retained ownership until 1973 when it was sold to Joe Rodgers.  It has had a series of owners since. The summer of 1984 it re-opened as a retirement center, but closed in the 1990s.  

    The edifice has a basement entrance.  On the west a one-story porch is supported by Doric columns.  The hotel's north and east sections were constructed by W.W. Walther and Geiger Heating and Plumbing.  The lobby has a black and white marble floor and an Eastlake stair.  The ladies' room has been remodeled into a small bar.  

    The colossal dining room has cast iron columns with Corinthian capitals.  The original 44 rooms are spacious. The last addition included 36 rooms -- 22 with private baths. A banquet room is located in the basement. 

This page was constructed by:  Amanda Dodson

This project was funded through a grant from Boonville Tourism Commission