Kansas City is famous for several attractions in addition to the well-known barbecue. The city also boasts an amusement park, several museums, restaurants, shopping centers and nightlife hot spots. Additionally, KC provides a number of 18-hole golf courses, including Swope Memorial, Fred Arbanas, Minor Park and Teetering Rocks. Vacationing golfers looking to stay in luxury can choose from four AAA four-star hotels in Kansas City.
Hilton President Kansas City
The Hilton President, an historic Kansas City hotel, has been renovated to include 213 modern rooms and suites. All rooms come equipped with a 27-inch TV, a work desk and lamp and high-speed Internet access. The hotel also includes a fitness room for guests and three separate restaurants that offer breakfast, lunch or dinner (each covering a different meal of the day).
Located in the heart of the downtown area, the Hilton President is the official hotel of Kansas City's Power and Light District. The district provides eight blocks of entertainment options, including restaurants, clubs, a movie theater and a bowling alley.
Hilton President Kansas City
1329 Baltimore
Kansas City, MO 64105
(816) 221-9490
hilton.com
Hotel Phillips in Downtown Kansas City
Another historic Kansas City hotel, Hotel Phillips boasts "vintage luxury featuring lush accommodations," according to its website. The hotel boasts 217 guest rooms and two suites with luxurious bath robes and well spa amenities included. All rooms include a 27-inch TV and high-speed Internet access (for an additional fee). Guests can request an evening turndown service, receive a massage (by appointment only) and use the 24-hour fitness center, as well.
Hotel Phillips
106 W. 12th St.
Kansas City, Missouri 64105
(816) 221-7000
hotelphillips.com
Westin Crown Center in Kansas City
Westin Crown Center, located in the Crown Center shopping area in Kansas City, offers 729 guest rooms and suites, each of which boasts a signature pillow-top mattress. The rooms also feature high-speed Internet access (for an additional charge) and a refrigerator. Guests can enjoy the hotel fitness center, which includes a whirlpool, sauna, swimming pool and jogging track. Wi-Fi is available (free) in the lobby.
Westin Crown Center includes two restaurants and a bar for guest entertainment.
Westin Crown Center
1 E. Pershing Road
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 474-4400
starwoodhotels.com
Intercontinental Kansas City
Renovated in 2007, the Intercontinental of Kansas City is located in downtown Kansas City, MO. The 11-floor hotel boasts 366 guest rooms and 20 suites. The rooms include cable TV, a work desk and lamp, and high-speed Internet access. Basic guest rooms include several luxury features, such as bath robes and evening turndown service. Guests are welcome to enjoy the 24-hour fitness center and the seasonal, outdoor pool.
Intercontinental also hosts an in-hotel restaurant and bar for guest dining and entertainment.
Intercontinental Kansas City
401 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64112
(816) 756-1500
ichotelsgroup.com
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Kristen graduated in 2001 from William Jewell College with a B.S. in Elementary Education. During her senior year of college, she received the "Outstanding Senior in Education" award. Kristen spent two years teaching third grade in a public school and is currently teaching at home. She has been freelance writing for one year and has published several articles on Demand Studios.
