Cool places to stay in kansas city

Keep in mind that, like most Midwestern cities, the attractions and entertainment districts are more spread out, with plenty of lodging options depending on the reason for your visit. Most hotels can either be found in the downtown Power and Lights District or the shopping mecca of Country Club Plaza. There isn’t much in the way of public transportation, but most hotels will offer complimentary shuttles within a certain radius. Whether you’re looking to stay in a historic Art Deco-inspired boutique or just looking for the best place to stay for a Royals game, check through our pick of the city’s best hotels and you’re sure to find something you’ll like.

Kansas City, Missouri, is well known for its delicious barbecue, its lively jazz scene, and the beautiful fountains all over the city. A historic city with beautiful architecture and plenty of stories, Kansas City is a great destination for a weekend getaway or a chance to explore someplace new. The inns and hotels of Kansas City cater to all needs, from a cozy room at a historic inn to a carriage house suite at a bed and breakfast to an ultra-modern room at a luxurious hotel located just steps away from all the food, nightlife, shopping, and entertainment the city has to offer. Here are the best romantic getaways in Kansas City.


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1.The Fontaine

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Just walking through the front doors of The Fontaine elicits feelings of sophisticated style and relaxed serenity. With modern, elegant suites featuring artistic velvet headboards, themes of soft blue and white, and luxurious bathrooms with both classic marble and modern stainless steel, the guest rooms at The Fontaine are comfortable and stylish. Amenities at The Fontaine include a rooftop pool, a trendy lounge, and a restaurant and bar, which feature a wide variety of food, cocktails, and other treats for guests to enjoy. This luxury hotel will provide an experience to guests that they are sure to remember for a lifetime.

901 W 48th Pl, Kansas City, MO 64112 Phone: 816-753-8800


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2.Inn at 425

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This inn was built in 1888 for a local judge and his wife, and in the years since has been meticulously kept and restored as a slice of history. Guests at the Inn at 425 can choose from three lovely guest rooms, each with their own private bathrooms, or a two-bedroom suite on the second floor of the carriage house, which features a private bathroom, sitting room, and kitchenette. All of the rooms feature unique touches from the house’s history, like the 1888 clawfoot tub in the Rose Room and the historical Victorian bedroom set in the Emeline Room. Each morning, guests can gather in the dining room or out in the garden for a delicious breakfast served by the kind and friendly innkeepers.

425 Gladstone Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64124, Phone: 816-483-8999


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3.Southmoreland on the Plaza

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The Southmoreland on the Plaza Urban Inn is located in a beautiful colonial-style mansion that was built in 1913, and located just steps away from the Country Club Plaza at the heart of Kansas City. The twelve unique guest rooms are each named after illustrious people who once called Kansas City home, and some of them feature whirlpool tubs, fireplaces, outdoor spaces, or porch swings. Guests can also enjoy the homelike experience of the inn, including fresh homemade cookies, board games in the common area, and a three-course breakfast each morning.

116 E 46th St, Kansas City, MO 64112, Phone: 816-531-7979



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4.The Secret Place

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Guests will experience an intimate, cozy setting at The Secret Place, which offers two lovely guest rooms for those staying there. The standard queen suite has an electric fireplace for warm cozy nights snuggled in the soft bed or while watching Netflix on the 60-inch TV. In the queen suite, there is also a separate sitting area and laundry services. Both rooms have a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, and include complimentary breakfast every morning at 8:30am. The Secret Place is located just a short walk or drive from central Kansas City and its many attractions.

1205 Michigan Ave, Kansas City, MO 64127, Phone: 816-701-9581


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5.AC Hotels by Marriott Kansas City Westport

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This stylish hotel, located in Kansas City’s Westport District, is the perfect location for guests who wish to explore the city and its many boutiques, restaurants, nightlife, and attractions. Rooms at the AC Hotels by Marriott offer all the comfort one would expect from this well-known chain, with spacious layouts and tasteful designs. Guests will appreciate the amenities offered, like the complimentary Wi-Fi, hotel lounge and bar, business meeting spaces, and fitness center. Rooms are sleek and comfortable, with private bathrooms, comfortable bedding, and options for king or queen-sized beds. The hotel’s restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and small plates for the evening as well as a variety of drinks.

560 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111, Phone: 816-931-0001


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6.The Raphael Hotel

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At The Raphael, a luxurious boutique hotel in Kansas City, guests will enjoy the elegant surroundings and accommodations as well as the convenient location to many of Kansas City’s attractions. Guests can choose from rooms with a spacious king bed, suites with sitting and working areas and a choice between one king bed or two queen beds, a presidential suite with two bedrooms, and a business suite, which comes equipped with a workstation. The hotel’s amenities include a fitness center, an onsite bar and restaurant, and free Wi-Fi. On select nights, there is even live music performed in the hotel’s lounge. Things to Do in Kansas City

325 Ward Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112, Phone: 816-756-3800



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7.InterContinental Kansas City At The Plaza

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Located just steps away from the shops, dining, and nightlife of downtown Kansas City, the InterContinental is a massive hotel that was recently remodeled in 2017, featuring all new rooms and amenities to give guests the best possible experience. Classic Rooms, executive rooms, and suites offer a wide variety of options for those staying at the InterContinental, including private balconies, sitting areas, and luxurious bathrooms. At the American Slang Modern Brasserie, located on the hotel’s premises, guests can enjoy a delicious plate of food, a refreshing cocktail, and a world-class dessert, all with a stunning view of the Country Club Plaza.

401 Ward Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112, Phone: 816-756-1500


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8.Ambassador Hotel

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The Ambassador Hotel was built in 1920, and was once home to a large bank. The splendor of the building’s history is alive today in this boutique hotel, which features comfortable and elegant accommodations for guests as well as a complimentary shuttle to and from some of Kansas City’s biggest attractions within a 5-mile radius. All rooms, from a double queen all the way up to the Loft Suite, include complimentary Wi-Fi, spa amenities, and plush bedding and bathrobes. The hotel is nonsmoking and allows pets under 50 lbs. for a $50 fee.

1111 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64106, Phone: 816-298-7700


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Where to Stay in Kansas City - 10 Best Romantic Getaways


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  • Inn at 425, Photo: Inn at 425
  • Southmoreland on the Plaza, Photo: Southmoreland on the Plaza
  • The Secret Place, Photo: The Secret Place
  • AC Hotels by Marriott Kansas City Westport, Photo: AC Hotels by Marriott Kansas City Westport
  • The Raphael Hotel, Photo: The Raphael Hotel
  • InterContinental Kansas City At The Plaza, Photo: InterContinental Kansas City At The Plaza
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More Ideas in Missouri: The Inn at Hermannhof

The Inn at Hermannhof is an elegant and charming bed and breakfast in the heart of the Missouri’s wine country. Set in the quaint town of Hermannhof, the charming Inn blends old world charm with modern luxury to offer 28 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites that are divided between the Inn and lovely hillside cottages dotted around the property which offers spectacular views.

All guest rooms and suites feature intricate architectural details, elegant décor and period antiques that harken back to a bygone era. The Inn also offers a private cottage next to the Hermannhof Winery that sleeps nine and the new Brewmaster’s Haus near the Tin Mill Brewery that sleeps six.

In addition to the luxurious accommodations, the Inn offers an array of exclusive amenities and serves a delicious gourmet breakfast for guests every morning. The Inn at Hermannhof is ideally placed for exploring the area, which is home to world class wineries, a variety of boutique shops, art galleries, and cultural activities – all within walking distance of the Inn. Sample award-winning wines at the nearby Hermannhof Winery and fine craft beer at the Tin Mill Brewery in this little town known for its rich German heritage.

The Inn at Hermannhof features 28 beautifully appointed guest rooms and suites with period décor and furnishings and luxurious amenities. Accommodations are divided between the main building of the Inn, in which eight rooms are housed, six stand-alone hillside cottages with 20 guest rooms and two private cottages that can sleep between six and nine guests. Modern amenities can be found in each guest room and include flat-screen televisions, coffee makers with coffee and tea, hairdryers, mini-fridges, irons and ironing boards and complimentary wireless Internet. Additional extras include homemade cookies, bottled water, and a complimentary bottle of Hermannhof Wine.

The guest rooms housed in the main Inn building are located on the second and third floor of the Inn and offer beautiful views of the village and the meandering Missouri River. The rooms feature elegant décor and period furnishings, queen or king-size beds with luxurious linens, handsome fireplaces, and private bathrooms with walk-in showers, deep soaking tubs, plush towels and bathrobes and deluxe bath products. Modern amenities in each room include flat-screen televisions with satellite channels, mini-fridges, coffee makers with free coffee and tea, and complimentary wireless Internet.

The Hillside Cottages feature 20 unique guest rooms located in stand-alone hillside cottages a few blocks away from the Inn’s main building on the town’s beautiful East Hill. Housed in beautifully restored historic wine houses that were built in the mid-1800s, cozy guest rooms range from Classic to Luxury Rooms. All guest rooms feature splendid bedchambers with king or queen-size beds, private bathrooms with walk-in showers, deep soaking tubs, plush towels and bathrobes and deluxe bath products, and spacious sitting rooms with comfortable seating and ornate fireplaces. Cottages also feature their own wine cellars and lovely wrap-around porches on which to relax and soak up the views. Modern amenities in each room include flat-screen televisions with satellite channels, mini-fridges, coffee makers with free coffee and tea, and complimentary wireless Internet.

Special touches can be added to each room on request, ranging from in-room massages and chocolates to floral arrangements and flutes of champagne.

A complimentary full breakfast is served every morning and includes locally made bacon, ham or sausage, a variety of egg dishes, and other homemade delights such as freshly baked scones, muffins, biscuits, and bread. Breakfast can be enjoyed in the dining room or in the privacy of the guest chambers.

Amenities at the Inn at Hermannhof include luxurious accommodations with private entrances and modern amenities, free off-street parking, a delicious gourmet breakfast served every morning, snacks and beverages, such as homemade cookies and bottled water, and complimentary wireless Internet throughout the property.

The Hermannhof Inn provides a beautiful location for weddings, receptions, and other special celebrations. From charming courtyards with a traditional grape arbor to the historic Festhalle with elegant décor, the Hermannhof Inn caters for every type of occasion for two to 350 guests, as well as provides a range of elopement packages to meet every need.

The Inn at Hermannhof also specializes in hosting corporate events and business functions with a variety of venues that are suitable for groups of executives. The Inn also offers a range of enjoyable team building activities, including beer tasting at the Tin Mill Brewery, a country-style spit roast and barbecue at the Tin Mill Restaurant, an elegant winemaker reception and wine tasting at the Hermannhof Winery, and an evening at the Distillery at Sweet Springs on Whiskey Creek.

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237 East 1st Street, Hermann, MO 65041, Phone: 573-486-5199

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More Ideas in Missouri: Garth Woodside Mansion

The Garth Woodside Mansion is a charming family-run hotel in Hannibal, Missouri. Named after the owner, John Garth, the bed and breakfast is located in the heart of Mark Twain Country and just a few meters from the Mark Twain Museum, which was also his boyhood home. It was also frequented by Mark Twain himself, and guests are able to stay in the very same room that he stayed in when he visited the mansion.

This elegant 1871 Hannibal Inn features eight beautifully appointed guest rooms and three separate cottages, all of which are furnished with period decor and antiques and enjoy modern amenities such as jetted whirlpool tubs in the en-suite bathrooms and customized bathrobes. The mansion is home to a full service bar and extensive wine list with wines from around the world and is surrounded by 36 acres of spectacular gardens and grounds with a gazebo, walking paths and plenty of wildlife and birds.

The Garth Woodside Mansion Bed and Breakfast feature eight guest rooms and three separate cottages with country-style decor, antique furnishings, and modern amenities. All guest rooms have queen or king-size featherbeds with cotton sheets, luxurious linens, and down or foam pillows, private bathrooms with showers and baths, fluffy bathrobes, and deluxe bath products, ornate fireplaces and modern amenities such as flat-screen televisions and complimentary wireless Internet.

Named after John’s Great Aunt Avie, Avie'sRoom is a spacious and well-appointed room decorated in soft hues of blue and white. A beautiful feathertop queen-size bed is draped in a lace canopy hung from the 12-foot ceiling, and a private bathroom features a shower, fluffy bathrobes, and deluxe bath amenities. An original Carrera marble remote-controlled fireplace gives the room a romantic ambiance.

The Country Fair Room is a warm and inviting room decorated in hues of mauve with a lovely ribbon border. The room features a queen-size bed canopy bed dressed in cotton sheets and luxurious linens and three large windows flood the room with natural light and boast beautiful views from the third floor of the mansion. A private bathroom offers a bath and walk-in shower, fluffy towel robes and luxe bath products.

Often referred to as the honeymoon or anniversary suite, the John Garth Room is a stately Master Bedroom suite decorated with some of the mansion’s original furniture. The room features a grand queen-size bed with a 10-foot tall hand-carved headboard and an original Carrera Marble gas fireplace. A private bathroom has a separate shower, and a custom-made two-person whirlpool jetted tub, thick bathrobes and luxe bath amenities.

The Hillside Room is a spacious room on the third floor of the mansion with an antique four-poster queen-size bed, private bathroom with separate shower and bath, and two large windows with beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

Decorated in rich mauve and teal floral wallpaper, the Oden Rodgers Room features a queen-size canopy bed with cotton sheets and lace linens, a cozy remote-controlled gas fireplace and a private bathroom with bath and separate shower, thick bathrobes and deluxe bath products.

The Rosewood Room promises a unique experience with a one-of-a-kind Mitchell &Rammelsburg signed half-tester queen-size bed. Renowned for being the most expensive bed in Missouri, this stunning piece of furniture takes center stage in the room, which also features a private bathroom with claw-foot bathtub and separate shower.

The Samuel Clemens Room is famous for being the room that Mark Twain frequented when he came to stay at the Inn and features three hugeten-foot windows with glorious views, and exquisite queen-size, half-tester bed dressed in luxurious linens, and a private bathroom with separate bath and shower. The room also has an original Carrera marble remote-controlled, gas burning fireplace.

The Woodside Room is a quiet, romantic retreat with a queen-size hypoallergenic featherbed dressed in luxurious linens, and a private bathroom with a two-person whirlpool tub and separate shower and deluxe bath amenities.

The Woodside Trail Cottage is a quiet two-roomed cottage set in the woods just beyond the main mansion and features a bedroom, bathroom and separate living area with kitchenette. The bedroom has a queen-sizehypoallergenic feather bed with comfy linens, modern amenities such as a television and access to a private deck with a hot tub. A spacious private bathroom features a walk-in shower, thirsty towels, plush bathrobes and deluxe bath products and a small kitchenette has a fridge stocked with complimentary sodas and water, sink, microwave, toaster oven, and coffee maker. A comfortable living room has a couch and two large armchairs, a duel window fireplace and a queen-size feather bed that pulls down from the wall for extra guests.

The Woodside View Cottage is a two-room, one bath cottage decorated in vibrant shades of red and situated slightly closer to the mansion than the Woodside Trail Cottage. The bedroom has a queen-sizehypoallergenic feather bed with comfy linens, modern amenities such as a television and access to a private deck with a hot tub. A spacious private bathroom features a walk-in shower, thirsty towels, plush bathrobes and deluxe bath products and a small kitchenette has a fridge stocked with complimentary sodas and water, sink, microwave, toaster oven, and coffee maker. A comfortable living room has a couch and two large armchairs, a duel window fireplace and a queen-size feather bed that pulls down from the wall for extra guests.

The Dowager House is a secluded romantic cottage that is perfect for honeymooners or couples wanting privacy and romance. The beautifully appointed and decorated cottage features a grand king-size bed in luxurious linens, and a private bathroom with double whirlpool tub and separate shower, plush bathrobes, and deluxe bath amenities. Both the bedroom and living room have gas fireplaces, and a private deck has a hot tub for two with stunning views of the woodlands.

The Garth Woodside Mansion Bed and Breakfast offers an array of amenities, including a full bar with an extensive wine list, as well as a selection of fine gins and bourbons, an evening turndown service, and a complimentary gourmet breakfast every morning. Guests can enjoy free drinks and snacks throughout the day and parking is available on site.

Garth Mansion presents a fabulous wedding venue with personalized planning services in a variety of wedding packages. The beautiful historical mansion and bed and breakfast offer an exclusive experience, with luxurious lodgings, exquisite indoor and outdoor venues, and personalized wedding services.

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What part of Kansas City should I stay in?

The best area to stay in Kansas City is without a doubt the downtown, thanks to its skyscrapers, Art Deco buildings and proximity to the vibrant district of Power and Light (known as “P & L”), a bustling area full of bars, restaurants, shops, theatres and cinemas.

Is there a Ritz Carlton in Kansas City?

In 1989 it changed names to the Ritz Carlton. In 1999 it became the Fairmont and since January 2006, it has been the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza.

What is downtown Kansas City called?

Downtown Kansas City is the central business district (CBD) of Kansas City, Missouri and the Kansas City metropolitan area.

Does the hotel Kansas City have a pool?

Throughout its 15 floors, the establishment housed meeting rooms, handball courts, a gym, restaurants, bowling alley, and 160 private hotel rooms. The 13th floor featured a five-lane swimming pool, while the top floor welcomed members to an open terrace restaurant.