Best Central Hotels in Kansas City (2025)

Kansas City’s downtown makes a great base, with its walkable streets, live music venues, barbecue spots, and standout museums all within easy reach. The best central stays put you right in the middle of it—think smart boutique hotels steps from the Power & Light District, polished luxury options near the streetcar line, and well-priced properties that still deliver comfort and convenience. You’ll also find a few historic favourites with plenty of personality and modern towers offering clean, simple rooms and city views.

For city views

Hotel Kansas City in the downtown entertainment district, oozes sophisticated style. Spacious and sumptuous suites offer city views, vintage-inspired furnishings, marble bathrooms, and four-poster beds. There are three dining options, plus an on-site nightclub. A sleek choice.
Set in the heart of the city in the Contemporary Art Museum, 21c Museum Hotel, Kansas City is another stay with fantastic views. As well as art in bedrooms, lobby and restaurant, there is a gallery open to the public. Home to the acclaimed Savoy Restaurant where President Truman once dined.

For a boutique stay

For a boutique option in the heart of downtown, Ambassador Hotel is a plush pick. Expect rooms with large windows and walk-in marble bathrooms, an amazing jazz club in the basement, plus top tier dining at The American Reserve. A chic central choice.

For a cool rooftop

Located in an historical monument and in the centre of Kansas' vibrant arts centre, Crossroads Hotel brings the city to life. The property is home to a 2,000 square foot gallery dedicated to public art, local artists, and those with historic ties to Kansas. Enjoy city views from the rooftop beer garden and restaurant, plus easy access to vibrant nightlife.

For Art Deco charm

For a downtown choice in an impressive Art Deco building, Hotel Phillips won't fail to impress. Interiors exude old world grandeur with warm wood-panelling and sleek chandeliers. Perfectly placed just blocks from the Power & Light District's theatres, nightlife, and Kansas City Convention Centre.

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Best Central Hotels in Kansas City

21c Museum Hotel, Kansas City

Kansas City (Missouri)

This boutique hotel offers a stay steeped in culture at the Kansas City Art Museum. The bright and elegant guestrooms feature contemporary furnishings and original artwork, in addition to luxurious bedding and city views. The historic Savoy Restaurant adds extra glamour to this chic hotel.

Foodies - Home to the acclaimed Savoy Restaurant where President Truman once ate, foodies are well-catered to at this hotel
Local exploring - This hotel makes a great starting point for city exploring, set within walking distance of the main attractions
City Style - Set in the heart of Kansas City in the Contemporary Art Museum, book this hotel for chic city style
Sights nearby - Visit President Truman's Home, now a national historic site and museum with guided tours

from $226 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Crossroads Hotel

Kansas City (Missouri)

Boutique hotel located in a beautifully-resorted 1911 building. Stay in one of the 131 cosy rooms with jewel-tones, rugs and exposed brick walls and enjoy city views from the rooftop beer-garden and restaurant. The hotel is very involved with the local community; expect art exhibitions and events.

City Style - Located in a historical monument and in the centre of Kansas' vibrant arts centre, a stay here opens up the city to you
Families - Kids will love the Bunkroom and adults will appreciate the billiards table in the Pendergast Suite
Sights nearby - Sea Life and Legoland are less than 1km from the hotel
Restaurant

from $243 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Hotel Phillips

Kansas City (Missouri)

An elegant luxury hotel set in an impressive Art Deco building. Interiors are chic and minimalist with sharp lines and cool hues, however, opposingly, the wood-panelled bar still has a feel of old-world grandeur. Complete with a noteworthy Italian restaurant, this is a smart downtown choice.

Local exploring - Perfectly placed just blocks from the Power & Light District's theaters, nightlife, and Kansas City Convention Center
Luxury - A Hilton property set in an Art Deco building offering chic modern design, elegant dining, and a sophisticated bar
Restaurant - Tavernonna Italian Kitchen serves up farm-to-table cuisine

from $134 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Ambassador Hotel

Kansas City (Missouri)

Elegant luxury boutique hotel in a 1920s bank building conversion, in the heart of downtown. Tasteful contemporary rooms of fine lines and modern furnishings, large windows and walk-in marble bathrooms. Amazing jazz club in the basement and top dining at The American Reserve.

Local exploring - There's something for everyone in Kansas City, from Legoland to the National WWII Museum and fine dining!
Other Activities - Lonnie's Reno Club in the basement is the #1 Jazz Show in Kansas City.
Restaurant - The American Reserve serves contemporary American cuisine or Lonnie's Reno Club for jazz and fine dining
Landmark

from $194 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Hotel Kansas City

Kansas City (Missouri)

Historic landmark turned sleek hotel in the downtown entertainment district. 1920s-inspired rooms mix classic style with clever twists. Loft suites add opulence with four-posters & city views. Multiple dining options showcase regional fare and there's an onsite nightclub. A plush stay.

City Style - Sophisticated rooms and elegant common areas such as the lobby bar serving Kansas City spirits make for a relaxed city stay
Romantic Break - Spacious and sumptuous suites offer city views, vintage-inspired furnishings, marble bathrooms and 4-poster beds
Restaurant - Three dining options including the acclaimed Town Company which serves delicious local dishes with a modern twist
Sights nearby - Missouri River has a 60-acre public park perfect for family fun

from $170 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

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Best Central Hotels in Kansas City (2025)

For city views

For a boutique stay

For a cool rooftop

For Art Deco charm

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Best Central Hotels in Kansas City

21c Museum Hotel, Kansas City

Crossroads Hotel

Hotel Phillips

Ambassador Hotel

Hotel Kansas City

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