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Special! Jul 3 to Jul 31, from $139 per night
Hotel Information: Business and leisure travelers at the Raphael Hotel appreciate the understated elegance of this nine-story former apartment building, built in 1927. Rich mahogany paneling highlights the walls and ceiling of the quiet lobby, where complimentary coffee and newspapers are available each day. Antiques, original artwork by local artists, and reproductions of work by Raphael decorate the hotel’s public areas.
Amenity highlights: This Kansas City hotel features complimentary wireless Internet in the antique-filled lobby and restaurant/lounge. Valet and self-parking are available at no charge. Most of the hotel’s art is original work by Kansas City artist Mark English. Other artwork includes reproductions of Renaissance painter and architect Raphael. The Fedelino statue Boy with Thorn welcomes guests in the circular drive.
Insider tip: Guests can walk 1.5 blocks south on Wornall Road to 75-acre Loose Memorial Park, which has an award-winning rose garden, lily pond, picnic areas, playgrounds, and a scenic walking path.
Rooms
The 123 rooms of this half-hexagon-shaped Raphael Hotel in Kansas City were originally apartments, thus creating seven distinct residential-style floor plans. There are two telephones per room, and separate sitting areas in most rooms. Work areas include complimentary high-speed Internet access, a desk and an ergonomic chair.
All accommodations are nonsmoking.
Room Amenities
- Internet access - wireless
- Internet access - high speed
- Premium TV channel(s)
- Cable/satellite TV
- Video-game console
- Pay movies
- CD player
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Air conditioning
- Complimentary newspaper
- Climate control
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Internet access - complimentary
- Voice mail
- Internet access - TV
- Internet access - dial-up
- Refrigerator
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Microwave (on request)
- Wake-up calls
- Housekeeping (daily)
- Turndown service (on request)
- Shower/tub combination
- Sewing kit
- Extra towels/bedding in room
- Bathrobes
- Complimentary toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe (accommodates laptop)
- Television
- Trouser press
- Window opens
- Clock radio
- Desk
- Electronic check-out
- Electronic/magnetic keys
- Television - Cable service
- Sofa bed
- Rollaway beds
- Cribs (infant beds) available
Recreation
The Plaza Tennis Center three blocks away includes 14 outdoor lighted courts, a pro shop, café, and locker rooms. A day spa in the Plaza provides health and beauty services (surcharges). Located 1.5 blocks south of the hotel is 75-acre Loose Memorial Park, which has a scenic walking path.
The recreational activities listed below are available near the hotel; fees may apply.
- Running track/path nearby
- Tennis nearby
- Scooter/Moped Rentals nearby
- Playground nearby
Property Amenities
The Raphael Hotel location of this boutique hotel offers guests convenient access to shopping, restaurants, and entertainment—as well as carriage rides on the Plaza and gondola rides on Brush Creek. A member of the Historic Hotels of America, this converted 1927 apartment building has an intimate, neighborhood-like atmosphere. Room service is available 24 hours, and the hotel restaurant serves three meals every day but Sunday.Hotel staff provide photocopying and faxing services, as well as limited computer access.
Valet parking:
Complimentary valet parking in a fenced, open-air lot.
Self parking:
Complimentary. Covered parking garage.
- Concierge services
- Bar/lounge
- Restaurant(s) in hotel
- Room service (24 hours)
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Parking (free)
- Self parking
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Parking (valet)
- Parking garage
- Parking (secure)
- Conference room(s)
- Event catering
- Meeting rooms (small groups)
- Audio-visual equipment
- Business services
- Number of rooms: 123
- 24-hour front desk
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Doorman/doorwoman
- Security guard
- Safe-deposit box - front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Express check- in
- Number of floors: 9
- Tour assistance
- Medical assistance available
- Dry cleaning service
- Shoe shine
- Coffee in lobby
- Video library
- Pool table nearby
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Elevator/lift
- Umbrella
- Complimentary newspapers in lobby
- Use of nearby fitness center (complimentary)
- Internet access in public areas - complimentary
- Internet access - wireless
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Photo identification and credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Pets not allowed
- Check-in time is 4-5 PM
- Check-out time is Noon
Know Before You Go
This hotel is a smoke-free property; a $200 cleaning fee will be charged for any violation of the nonsmoking policy.
Dining
The Raphael Restaurant - Hotel and street-level access to this restaurant with white linens, dark woods, and romantic lighting. Some tables in secluded, private booths. Service staff in tuxedos. Continental cuisine, seafood, pasta, prime Kansas City beef. Menu includes organic, sustainable ingredients when possible. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, except breakfast only on Sundays. The adjoining lounge has a small television viewing area. Live piano music Thursday through Saturday. Appetizers and beverages served. |
Awards And Affiliations
The hotel received the Travel + Leisure award in 2004 and 2005, and was selected as a member of the Conde Nast Traveler Gold List and Travel + Leisure 500 in 2004 and 2005.
Address
325 Ward Pkwy
Kansas City, MO 64112
USA
Nearest major airport:
Kansas City, MO (MCI-Kansas City Intl.)
Area:
Downtown Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America
