Located in midtown, just minutes away from the Country Club Plaza to the South and downtown Kansas City to the north, the Westport community of Kansas City, Missouri was originally established as an outfitting center for train wagons traveling west. Today, Westport is an entertainment district, with a bustling nightlife, trendy shops and wide array of dining establishments. The boutique hotels in Westport and the surrounding area enhance the area's ambiance, encompassing both its rich history and its contemporary flair.
Situated on Westport Road, five blocks south of the Country Club Plaza, the Q is known as KC's affordable boutique hotel. Complimentary services include hot breakfast, wireless Internet, parking and shuttle service to area attractions. The Q's 38 Point Green Plan caters to environmentally aware guests, with eco-friendly services, such as in-room recycling, energy efficient water and electrical devices, a Hybrid shuttle and guest bicycles. Accommodation options include the Business Queen Room, the Deluxe Double Room, the Euro Balcony room and the Honeymoon Suite. See the Resources section for a link to the Q's Website. (SEE REFERENCES 2)
The Raphael Hotel is located just steps away from the Country Club Plaza, one and a half miles from Historic Westport. The Raphael was modeled after the upscale small hotels of Europe. The hotel offers a variety of services including live music, a 24-hour full service front desk, 24-hour room service, shoe shine service and complimentary valet parking. The hotel features an array of rooms and suites, equipped with complimentary high-speed Internet access, LCD televisions, in-room safes, refrigerators and telephones with voice mail. See the Resources section for a link to the Raphael Hotel's website.
The Hotel Phillips is centrally located in downtown Kansas City, providing easy access to a variety of area attractions, including the Westport entertainment district. The art deco styled hotel boasts a trendy atmosphere, lush accommodations and exceptional service. The Raphael offers a variety of amenities, including 27-inch televisions, complimentary high-speed Internet access, individual climate control and the choice of synthetic or feather pillows. Guest services include valet parking, same-day dry cleaning, a 24-hour fitness facility and safe deposit boxes.
The Aladdin Holiday Inn Hotel is located in downtown Kansas City, three miles north of the country club plaza. The hotel is listed on the National Historic Places and offers 193 guest rooms, all featuring complimentary high-speed internet access, dual shower heads, 32-inch flat-screen televisions with DVD players, complimentary movie selections and CD players. The Aladdin boasts 3,900 square feet of event space with on-site catering. Other services include a business center, 24-hour fitness center and same day valet service.
