InterContinental KANSAS CITY AT THE PLAZA
401 WARD PARKWAYKansas City, MO 64112
Nightly Rates: ($171.95 - $223.79)
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Hotel Description:
This luxury hotel is a modern landmark in Kansas City, the City of Fountains. Just steps from the hotel, the Diana and Cherubs fountain greets you at historic Country Club Plaza, where Seville-inspired architecture houses exclusive boutique shopping over 15 blocks. This luxury hotel in Kansas is well appointed, offering beautifully designed suites, an outdoor pool and elegant Oak Room Bar where guests can enjoy stunning views of the Plaza and live music five nights a week.
Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Native currency: American Dollars
Number of floors: 11
Number of rooms: 366
Number of suites: 20
Time zone: GMT
Restaurants:
The Oak Room: The elegantly stylish decor of the Oak Bar along with the warmth of the fireplace and comfortable seating makes our bar feel refined yet inviting. Sophisticated guests of Kansas City enjoy spectacular views of the Country Club Plaza while relaxing in ourLa Bodega: Tip. Try the authentic Spanish sangria. You will not be disappointed. An authentic tapas bar. The atmosphere is inviting and is a great place for friends to meet and gather. The strong Spanish influence is evident not only on the menu but in the decor.
Pierpont's At Union Station: Dubbed "the culinary jewel" of Kansas City's historically renovated Union Station, Pierpont's has gained the reputation of serving Kansas City's finest steak and seafood selections.
Westport Flea Market Bar & Grill: The 10oz. Westport Burger is a monster, but the best burger you will ever have. .
Gates Barbeque: Tip Do not be alarmed, but the cashier will yell 'How may I help you?' the second you walk through the door. With seven locations in Kansas City, there is usually a Gates nearby. Voted one of Kansas City's best BBQ restaurants, order the delicate pork
Kona Grill: Kona has the best happy hour in Kansas City between 3pm and 7pm, Monday to Friday.
The Blue Stem: The atmosphere here is relaxed and peaceful. Consequently, cell phone use is frowned upon.
The Melting Pot: The chocolate fondue makes an excellent dessert. A great fondue restaurant located directly across from the hotel. The ambiance is trendy, yet romantic.
Classic Cup: Happy hour starts early, so to make sure you get a table, arrive just before 3pm. The unique menu is a melting pot for all tastes. The sidewalk or patio both offer lovely outdoor seating.
Lidia's: At the end of the meal the staff will bring you a tray of chocolate chip cookies. The menu captures the essence of Italy and the atmosphere is warm and inviting, with a staff that puts you at ease.
Plaza III Steakhouse: Although Kansas City is known for casual dining, this is one place where a blazer is part of the dress code. Located on the Country Club Plaza, Plaza III offers the best prime beef in Kansas City. The atmosphere is one of elegance and the restaurant was
The American Restaurant:
The Savoy Grille:
The Oak Bar: The Oak Bar is situated adjacent to the lobby. A fine selection of beverage accompanies an upscale bar menu to please the palate. A large fireplace makes the room a warm meeting place on a brisk day, and the adjacent patio is a great place to enjoy a beve
Recreation:
Sports court onsiteOutdoor pool
Fitness center on-site
Room Info:
Meeting Facilities:
Ballroom Prefunction:Conference Suites (6):
Pavilion I:
Pavilion II:
Pavilion III:
Pavilion V:
Pavilion VI:
Pavilion VII:
Plaza Room:
Salon IA:
Salon IB:
Salon II:
Salon III:
The Ballroom:
The Rooftop Ballroom:
The Rooftop Bar:
Hotel Amenities:
(additional fees may apply to certain amenities)- ATM/Cash machine
- Bathtub
- Coffee/Tea maker
- Cribs
- Electrical adaptors available
- Golf
- Housekeeping - daily
- Ironing board
- Non-smoking
- Pay per view movies on TV
- Public area air conditioned
- Satellite television
- Stereo
- Valet parking
- Wireless internet connection
- Accessible facilities
- Bell staff/porter
- Color television
- Desk with lamp
- Executive floor
- Hairdryer
- Housekeeping - weekly
- Late check-out available
- On-Site parking
- Pets allowed
- Restaurant
- Shops and commercial services
- Tennis court
- Valet same day dry cleaning
- Wireless internet connection in public areas
- Air conditioning individually controlled in room
- Car rental desk
- Concierge desk
- Direct dial telephone
- Florist
- High speed internet access for laptop in public areas
- Ice machine
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor pool
- Premium movie channels
- Room service
- Spare electrical outlet available at desk
- Turn down service
- Voice mail
- Bathrobe
- Cocktail lounge
- Connecting rooms
- Dry cleaning
- Free newspaper
- High speed internet connection
- Interior corridors
- Lounges/bars
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Safe deposit box
- Speaker phone
- Two-line phone
- Weight scale
Map:
One Hour : Kemper Museum of Contemporary ArtTip: Enjoy a light lunch at Café Sebastienne, located in an enclosed courtyard. Visit the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. A 15-minute walk from the hotel will take you to the lovely Sculpture Gardens, which are the entrance to the museum.
Half a Day : WestonTip: Tour the several vineyards, which provide some of Kansas City's best wine Visit Weston, an historic city just north of Kansas City. The main street has several antique buildings which are part of the National Register of Historic Places. The store
Crossroads DistrictTip: The first Friday of every month is 'First Fridays', where all art galleries are open until 11pm and the public can enjoy street performances and celebrate Kansas City's local artists. Visit the Cross Roads District, which is the pivotal venue for
Kansas City International Airport
Historic 18th and Vine DistrictTip: Arrive between 3pm and 5pm to avoid the crowds. This is the location of Kansas City's Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and The American Jazz Music Museum. Both are fantastic experiences and entertaining for all ages.
CrestwoodTip: Have a drink on the terrace of Aixois, a well-known French restaurant in this area. An eight-minute drive from the hotel leads you to Crestwood. This enchanting neighborhood contains some of Kansas City's oldest houses.
Amtrak
KANSAS CITY
Two Hours : World War I MuseumTip: Park at Union Station and walk across to the museums. Visit the World War I Museum and the Liberty Memorial. Both are visually stunning and offer a great adventure.
One Hour : Loose ParkTip: The outer jogging trail provides both views of the park and the antique homes in this area. Walk up to Loose Park and spend an hour strolling in a lovely, urban setting, or just sit in the park and watch the scenery unfold.
Two Hours : Nelson Atkins MuseumTip: Every Friday between 5 - 8 pm the gallery serves appetizers and wine in the Rozelle courtyard. Visit the Nelson Atkins Museum and see its great collection of Asian art. The new Bloch Galleries which opened in June 2007 hold an astounding photograp
One Hour : Union StationTip: Do not leave before seeing one of Kansas City's best views, the Liberty Memorial, across from Union Station. Take a five-minute taxi ride to Union Station. There are unique stores and exhibitions in this vicinity.
Half a Day : Kansas City's Powell GardensTip: Visit the chapel at sundown and make the most of Kansas City's amazing sunset. Located 30 minutes away from the hotel are Kansas City's Powell Gardens. Often described as 'a road trip for the soul' these botanical gardens will enchant you.
Two Hours : River MarketTip: Be sure to visit the Arabia Steamboat Museum located in the River Market. Visit the River Market, which has over 25 restaurants and a traditional farmer's market. It has been a mainstay of Kansas City for 150 years.
Bartle Hall
Truman Library and MuseumTip: The replica of the White House is a "must-see". This is the first Presidential Library in the country. Learn all the fascinating facts about the 33rd President of the United States.
Children's Mercy Hospital
Childrens Mercy South
Crittenton Children's Ctr
Independence Regional Health Center
Kansas University Medical Center
Menorah Medical Center
North Kansas City Hospital
Overland Park Regional Center
Providence Sports Medicine
Research Medical Center
Research Medical CTR
Saint Luke's Hospital
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
St Luke's Northland-Barry Rd
St Luke's South
St Lukes Brain & Stroke Inst
Truman Medical Center
Truman Medical Center-Lakewood
Two Rivers Psychiatric Hosp
University of Kansas Hospital
US Veterans Medical Ctr
1859 Jail, Marshal's Home & Museum
Airline History Museum
American Jazz Museum
Black Archives of Mid-America
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
The National World War One Museum
Vaile Mansion
Avila University
Baker University School Prof
Cleveland Chiropractic College
DeVry University - Kansas City
Donnelly College
Kansas City Community College
Kansas University Medical Center
Mcc-Blue River Public Safety
Metropolitan Community College
Midwestren Baptist Theological
Park Hill School District
Park University
Penn Valley Community College
Rockhurst University
University of Missouri - Kansas City
University-Kansas School-Nrsng
William Jewell College
Half a Day : WestonTip: Tour the several vineyards, which provide some of Kansas City's best wine Visit Weston, an historic city just north of Kansas City. The main street has several antique buildings which are part of the National Register of Historic Places. The store
Crossroads DistrictTip: The first Friday of every month is 'First Fridays', where all art galleries are open until 11pm and the public can enjoy street performances and celebrate Kansas City's local artists. Visit the Cross Roads District, which is the pivotal venue for
Kansas City International Airport
Historic 18th and Vine DistrictTip: Arrive between 3pm and 5pm to avoid the crowds. This is the location of Kansas City's Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and The American Jazz Music Museum. Both are fantastic experiences and entertaining for all ages.
CrestwoodTip: Have a drink on the terrace of Aixois, a well-known French restaurant in this area. An eight-minute drive from the hotel leads you to Crestwood. This enchanting neighborhood contains some of Kansas City's oldest houses.
Amtrak
KANSAS CITY
Two Hours : World War I MuseumTip: Park at Union Station and walk across to the museums. Visit the World War I Museum and the Liberty Memorial. Both are visually stunning and offer a great adventure.
One Hour : Loose ParkTip: The outer jogging trail provides both views of the park and the antique homes in this area. Walk up to Loose Park and spend an hour strolling in a lovely, urban setting, or just sit in the park and watch the scenery unfold.
Two Hours : Nelson Atkins MuseumTip: Every Friday between 5 - 8 pm the gallery serves appetizers and wine in the Rozelle courtyard. Visit the Nelson Atkins Museum and see its great collection of Asian art. The new Bloch Galleries which opened in June 2007 hold an astounding photograp
One Hour : Union StationTip: Do not leave before seeing one of Kansas City's best views, the Liberty Memorial, across from Union Station. Take a five-minute taxi ride to Union Station. There are unique stores and exhibitions in this vicinity.
Half a Day : Kansas City's Powell GardensTip: Visit the chapel at sundown and make the most of Kansas City's amazing sunset. Located 30 minutes away from the hotel are Kansas City's Powell Gardens. Often described as 'a road trip for the soul' these botanical gardens will enchant you.
Two Hours : River MarketTip: Be sure to visit the Arabia Steamboat Museum located in the River Market. Visit the River Market, which has over 25 restaurants and a traditional farmer's market. It has been a mainstay of Kansas City for 150 years.
Bartle Hall
Truman Library and MuseumTip: The replica of the White House is a "must-see". This is the first Presidential Library in the country. Learn all the fascinating facts about the 33rd President of the United States.
Attractions & Areas of Interest Near InterContinental KANSAS CITY AT THE PLAZA:
Children's Mercy Hospital
Childrens Mercy South
Crittenton Children's Ctr
Independence Regional Health Center
Kansas University Medical Center
Menorah Medical Center
North Kansas City Hospital
Overland Park Regional Center
Providence Sports Medicine
Research Medical Center
Research Medical CTR
Saint Luke's Hospital
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
St Luke's Northland-Barry Rd
St Luke's South
St Lukes Brain & Stroke Inst
Truman Medical Center
Truman Medical Center-Lakewood
Two Rivers Psychiatric Hosp
University of Kansas Hospital
US Veterans Medical Ctr
1859 Jail, Marshal's Home & Museum
Airline History Museum
American Jazz Museum
Black Archives of Mid-America
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
Negro Leagues Baseball Museum
The National World War One Museum
Vaile Mansion
Avila University
Baker University School Prof
Cleveland Chiropractic College
DeVry University - Kansas City
Donnelly College
Kansas City Community College
Kansas University Medical Center
Mcc-Blue River Public Safety
Metropolitan Community College
Midwestren Baptist Theological
Park Hill School District
Park University
Penn Valley Community College
Rockhurst University
University of Missouri - Kansas City
University-Kansas School-Nrsng
William Jewell College
Guest Ratings & Reviews for InterContinental KANSAS CITY AT THE PLAZA:
Cleanliness: 8.0 - Staff: 3.7 - Location: 8.5
Dec. 22, 2009
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Great location and excellent accomodations. Would stay here again for sure!
Dec. 4, 2009
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Dec. 2, 2009
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The hotel is very convenient and nice. The room was very nice also but the shower had cleaner poured on the marble in the shower that discolored the marble and it was left that way. If I would have paid full price, I would have been mad. When you pay that...Read More
Oct. 6, 2009
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Sep. 11, 2009
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Sep. 9, 2009
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I've stayed at this hotel multiple times. I was MOST impressed with the service this time. Attitude, gracious, friendly, accomidating. Love the folks I ran into!
Sep. 5, 2009
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loved balcony access.
The Intercontinental is a gorgeous hotel with a fabulous of the Plaza and only 2 blocks from everything you need.
Sep. 5, 2009
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We loved staying here. Staff treated our children exceptionally well.
Aug. 13, 2009
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Jul. 23, 2009
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Jun. 28, 2009
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The Intercontinental is a richly designed hotel. The staff are working to please you in every way they can. The rooms, the bathroom and specifically the bed are the most comfortable I have ever enjoyed at a hotel.









































