At 60 acres, Oceans of Fun, situated in Kansas City, Missouri, is the largest tropical water park in the Midwest. The facility provides hours of fun with everything from water slides to wave pools. Those visiting the water park can conveniently stay at one of the many hotels in the area, some of which are not just pet-friendly, but also budget-friendly.
The Fairfield Inn and Suites Kansas City is a four-minute drive from Oceans of Fun and Worlds of Fun amusement parks. Other family attractions in the area include the Kansas City Zoo and Bear Track Landing water park. By adding the Nickelodeon Your Stay package to reservations, kids will receive a goody bag with games and activities upon check-in. The pet-friendly hotel houses 41 rooms and 29 suites that all come with Speakman Shower heads and 27-inch flat-screen televisions. Aside from the complimentary breakfast guests can also eat at the Waffle House, Mama Joe's Barbecue and Wendy's, which are within walking distance of the hotel. Harrah's and Ameristar Casinos are minutes from the hotel and provide entertainment in the form of gambling, movies and dining.
The Days Inn Kansas City is a budget-friendly hotel situated just a five-minute drive from Oceans of Fun. Guests are greeted daily with a complimentary continental breakfast, and for lunch and dinner nearby restaurants such as Applebee's and Cracker Barrel can be visited. Guest rooms are all nonsmoking and come with free high-speed Internet access. Rooms with sofa beds, microwave ovens and refrigerators are also available. As of October 2010, pets can be accommodated in the hotel for a $10 nightly fee, per pet. Sports fanatics can visit the Truman Sports Complex for a Kansas City Chiefs football game or a Royals baseball game. Shopping can be done at Zona Rosa Shopping Mall, and the nearby casinos also provide a wide variety of entertainment.
The Holiday Inn Kansas City Northeast is a five-minute drive from Oceans of Fun. Guests can take a short drive to attractions such as the Kansas City Zoo, the IMAX Theater and the Kansas Speedway. The on-site Plum's Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner and allows kids ages 12 and under to eat free of charge. Other on-site activities for kids include a game room and kid's swimming pool. Business travelers can use the on-site business center and, if needed, a free shuttle is available to take guests to Soli Printing for additional business services. Rooms come with standard amenities, and connecting rooms for large groups or families are available upon request.
