Where to Stay in Kansas City
Find the best neighborhoods and top-rated hotels in Kansas City.
Best Places to Stay in Kansas City
Editor's Pick Modern Luxury High-Rise
9.3
$$$$
Loews Kansas City Hotel
⭐ 9.3 (675 reviews)
📍 Downtown / Power & Light
Indoor Lap Pool
Connected to KC Convention Center
Rooftop Terrace
Fine Dining
Bar
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Editor's Pick Industrial-Chic Boutique
9.0
$$$$
Crossroads Hotel
⭐ 9.0 (121 reviews)
📍 Crossroads Arts District
Rooftop Bar with Skyline Views
Historic Building (Pabst Brewing Co.)
Contemporary Art Gallery
Local Coffee
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Editor's Pick Historic Luxury Landmark
8.8
$$$$$
The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection
⭐ 8.8 (101 reviews)
📍 Country Club Plaza
Award-winning Jazz Lounge
Historic Building (1928)
Fine Dining
Personalized Service
Near Plaza
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Editor's Pick Upscale Luxury Boutique
8.4
$$$$
The Fontaine
⭐ 8.4 (460 reviews)
📍 Country Club Plaza
Rooftop Pool & Bar
European-inspired Design
Walking Distance to Plaza Shopping
Fitness Center
Pet Friendly
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Editor's Pick Gothic-Revival Boutique
8.4
$$$$
Hotel Kansas City - In the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
⭐ 8.4 (113 reviews)
📍 Downtown / Theater District
Historic Social Club Landmark
Speakeasy Lounge
Stunning Architecture
Fitness Center
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Sophisticated Boutique
9.3
$$$$
Ambassador Hotel Kansas City, Autograph Collection
⭐ 9.3 (82 reviews)
📍 Downtown
Luxury Chauffeur Service
Historic Neoclassical Building
Fine Dining Restaurant
Chic Decor
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Full-Service Landmark
8.5
$$$
Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
⭐ 8.5 (143 reviews)
📍 Crown Center
Rooftop Outdoor Pool
Connected to Crown Center
Link to Union Station
Fitness Center
Spacious Suites
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Modern Value & Convenience
8.3
$$
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill
⭐ 8.3 (2,213 reviews)
📍 Beacon Hill (0.6 km from downtown)
Complimentary Hot Breakfast
Free High-Speed Wi-Fi
Fitness Center
Business Center
Pet-Friendly Rooms
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Modern Minimalist
7.9
$$$
AC Hotel Kansas City Plaza
⭐ 7.9 (2,252 reviews)
📍 Westport / Plaza
AC Lounge with Craft Cocktails
European-style Breakfast
Fitness Center
Sleek Design
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Historic Art Deco Charm
7.8
$$$
Hotel Phillips Kansas City, Curio Collection by Hilton
⭐ 7.8 (322 reviews)
📍 Downtown Financial District
Speakeasy Bar
Art Deco Architecture (1931)
Live Music Lounge
Near Power & Light
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Classic Full-Service Luxury
7.5
$$$$
InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza
⭐ 7.5 (268 reviews)
📍 Country Club Plaza
Outdoor Heated Pool
Spectacular Plaza Views
Elegant Lounge
Fitness Center
Ballroom
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Family & Business Hub
4.3
$$$
The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center
⭐ 4.3 (4,200 reviews)
📍 Crown Center
Outdoor Heated Pool
Connected to Crown Center Shops
Near Union Station
Fitness Center
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More about staying in Kansas City
Choosing where to stay in Kansas City means deciding between Spanish-style luxury plazas, historic industrial lofts, and modern downtown skyscrapers. The city’s hospitality landscape is exceptionally diverse, offering high-end service with a distinctly friendly Midwestern touch. Accommodation in the United States offers a unique blend of heritage and modern comfort here in the "City of Fountains."The Country Club Plaza area is the undisputed choice for those seeking luxury and a walkable European feel. Staying here provides immediate access to high-end boutiques and fine dining, all set among beautiful fountains and statues. This region features upscale boutique hotels and grand historic properties that are perfect for premium urban tourism and romantic getaways.
For travelers who want to be in the center of the action, Downtown and the Power & Light District offer a high-energy alternative. This area is home to soaring glass towers and modern business hotels that put you steps away from major arenas and nightlife. It is the preferred location for business travelers and entertainment seekers who want a contemporary stay with panoramic views of the city skyline.
If you are looking for a more artistic and local vibe, the Crossroads Arts District is the place to be. Staying here allows you to experience the city’s creative soul, surrounded by art galleries, craft breweries, and restored warehouse lofts. These lifestyle boutique hotels are ideal for travelers seeking a modern, industrial-chic atmosphere that reflects Kansas City’s thriving contemporary arts scene.
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