The Raphael Hotel
The Raphael Hotel in the Kansas City Plaza, voted as one of the world's best hotels, is an historic hotel with an upscale feel. Indulge in the luxury of this classic-hotel design, complete with ornate architecture, ornately designed woodworking and walls and grandly appointed guest rooms. Every room at the Raphael Hotel includes high-speed wireless Internet, cable television, bathrobes and a refreshment center. On site, the Chaz Restaurant features Midwest cuisine and live jazz, blues, classical or rock music nightly, except on Sundays and Mondays. There are several suites available, including the deluxe suite with a sofa bed for additional guests or the Plaza View suite with large rooms, a sitting area and a beautiful view of the Kansas City Plaza.
The Raphael Hotel
325 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 756-3800
raphaelkc.com
The Intercontinental Hotel
For one of the most elegant guest room experiences in the Kansas City Plaza, visit the Intercontinental Hotel. Each of its 346 guest rooms and 20 suites are equipped with pillow-top mattresses, bathrobes and a marble bath; many of the rooms include a small balcony. The one-bedroom suites include an ornate living room separated from the bedroom by French doors, two marble bathrooms and a walkout balcony. The Presidential suite has a baby-grand piano, media room, jet tub, steam shower and pantry with refrigerator. The Oak Room, located on site, provides breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. A breakfast buffet is offered on the weekends. The Oak Bar off the hotel lobby has live music on Wednesday through Saturday nights.
The Intercontinental Hotel
401 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 756-1500
kansascityic.com
Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza
The Kansas City Marriott, located on the Country Club Plaza, is elegantly decorated and tastefully designed. Recently renovated, this hotel now offers a state-of-the-art lobby designed to meet guests many needs. The guest rooms at the Marriott all include Marriott's standard features, such as colorful decorations and tapestry, bright walls and stylish décor. Every room includes free wireless Internet and plush bedding. On site, guests can enjoy the Main Street Grill, open for breakfast and lunch, or the Café Express coffee house.
Kansas City Marriott Country Club Plaza
4445 Main Street
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 531-3000
marriott.com
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Jack Stone, a 25-year-old freelance writer, has been writing professionally since 2009 for sites such as eHow, Golflink and Trails. He holds a Bachelor of Theology from Ozark Christian College, a certificate to teach English to speakers of other languages from Biola University and a Masters of Arts degree from Wheaton College.
