From Union Station to Worlds of Fun to the historic jazz district, Kansas City, Missouri, offers something for everyone. Whatever your entertainment plans are when you visit Kansas City, you will find luxury in a number of hotels near the city's major attractions. Many of Kansas City's upscale hotels are located in or near the well-known Country Club Plaza that features a variety of dining, shopping and entertainment options.
In 2009, the InterContinental was named a "top Midwest hotel" by "Global Traveler" magazine. With its $15 million restoration, the InterContinental offers guests the finest amenities, as expected in a AAA Four-Diamond hotel. Located in Kansas City's Country Club Plaza, the InterContinental is just steps away from well-known shopping, dining and entertainment destinations as well as the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art and the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art.
The Plaza offers dining options to suit any taste, including famous Kansas City barbecue at the award-winning Fiorella's. The InterContinental also offers its own extraordinary dining experience with its Oak Room restaurant. Using fresh and locally grown ingredients, the Oak Room offers a seasonal menu that showcases the best of the region's cuisine.
InterContinental
401 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64112
816-756-1500
kansascityic.com
In 2010, the historic Raphael Hotel was recognized by "Travel and Leisure" as one of the best places to stay in Kansas City. The hotel is located in Kansas City's Country Club Plaza and is decorated in the fashion of a small, classic European hotel. Visitors will find seven room styles to choose from, including business and plaza-view suites. The on-site Chaz Restaurant offers a seasonal American fusion menu, and the accompanying lounge features local jazz, blues, rock and classical musicians every Tuesday through Sunday.
Within walking distance of the Plaza, the Raphael is also only a short distance from downtown Kansas City, the Power & Light District and River Market. The River Market is one of Kansas City's oldest neighborhoods and home to the area's largest farmers' market. Open year-round, every Saturday and Sunday, the farmers' market features more than 140 food, flower and craft vendors.
The Raphael
325 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64112
800-821-5343
raphaelkc.com
The Hotel Phillips in downtown Kansas City first opened in 1931 and is decorated in a mix of European and art deco styles. On the National Registry of Historic Places, the hotel has received the AAA Four-Diamond Award and offers guest rooms, private boardrooms, a ballroom and a mezzanine.
The Hotel Phillips includes their 12 Baltimore restaurant and lounge, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Every Saturday night, the restaurant welcomes jazz, swing and other musicians from around the city to entertain guests. For more dining and entertainment options, the Hotel Phillips is within walking distance of the Power & Light District and the Sprint Center. The Power & Light offers a free summer concert series and other events throughout the year, including a jazz festival each October. The entertainment district also features a variety of bars and restaurants as well boutiques, movie theaters and a bowling alley.
Hotel Phillips
106 W. 12th St.
Kansas City, MO 64105
816-221-7000
hotelphillips.com
Located in downtown Kansas City, the Hyatt Regency Crown Center features eight dining options that include the family-friendly Crayola Cafe, the upscale Milano, Spectator's Bar and Grille and Skies, the city's only revolving rooftop restaurant.
Guests can enjoy the 24-hour health club with steam room, climate-controlled pool, sauna and hot tub. A fitness concierge can assist with finding exercise clothes and gear. Rooms at the hotel are hypo-allergenic and include large work areas, deluxe bath amenities and refrigerators.
Crown Center in downtown Kansas City includes three levels of shopping and dining options. The hotel is also rich in entrainment with three live theaters, a movie theater, outdoor ice skating rink and Kaleidoscope, an interactive, hands-on art experience for kids.
Hyatt Regency Crown Center
2345 McGee St.
Kansas City, MO 64108
816-421-1234
crowncenter.hyatt.com
