Wanderlust World Wanderlust World McPherson is a rural city in the central part of Kansas with a population of approximately 13,770. Founded in 1872, it was named after the Union General James Birdseye McPherson. McPherson is accessible by air or by highway route 56.Tourist attractions in McPherson cater to visitors of all interests. Cool down in McPherson's water park or learn about history at the museum. Visitors may also hunt wildlife at the adjacent valley wetlands or fish at the county fishing lake. McPherson also has a number of yearly events including the Scottish festival, When Pigs Fly BBQ event and the Kansas State fair. Several motels in McPherson cater to the budget-oriented traveler.
The Best Western is a well-known motel chain renowned for high quality accommodations at budget prices. For the business oriented traveler conference facilities capable of accommodating up to 5,000 attendees, banquet facilities and three meeting rooms are available. Amenities include complementary high speed internet access, cable satellite television, continental breakfast and an indoor/outdoor pool. Pets are allowed for a small nominal fee. Rates begin at $80.99 for a queen bed (current as of 1.26.11). Discounts are available for AAA members, seniors and members of the government and military. It is centrally located at 2211 E Kansas Avenue. v
The Days Inn was renovated in 2006 and features a pool and spa on the premises. Further amenities include complimentary breakfast and high-speed Internet. Rates begin at $69.99 for king bedroom as of January 2011. Pets are not permitted. Eateries nearby include Applebee's, Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant, Montana Mike's Steakhouse and Krehbiels Meat Market & Deli.
The Econo lodge is an 84-room budget-friendly motel. Amenities include complementary continental breakfast, wireless high-speed Internet access, indoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna. Econo lodge has a full-service restaurant conveniently located on the premises. Business amenities include a convention center, long distance fax and telephone services and numerous meeting rooms. Rates begin at $54.99 for king room as of January, 2011. Pets are allowed for an additional $10 fee.
Centrally located, America's Best Value Inn offers rates starting from $53 for a guest room with queen bed as of January, 2011. Amenities include complementary continental breakfast, cable television and high-speed Internet. Kids under 12 stay free, and dogs are permitted for a nominal fee of $10. Discounts are offered for AAA members, seniors and government employees.
The Holiday Inn is at the intersection of I-135 and highway 56 . Amenities include a fitness center, indoor swimming pool and complementary hot breakfast. Business travelers can use the meeting room and business center with fax machine, printer/copier and public computer. Rates start at $95 for an executive king bed as of January, 2011. Pets are not permitted.