6/10 Okay
Matthew
Traveled with partner
Aug 23, 2025
Disliked: Amenities
While the hotel carries a historic presence, it unfortunately falls short on charm. We booked the corner suite expecting great views, but quickly realized they were limited.
Upon arrival, we were greeted by the valet attendant. During our 4-night stay, I interacted with at least three different valet staff members, all of whom were consistently courteous and professional. However, the cost of valet was surprising—$39 per night—with no alternative options provided by the hotel. For Kansas City, this felt excessive. Pro tip: there’s a lot directly across the street for $10 per night, and street parking around the corner is free on weekends.
Inside the hotel, the first thing that struck us was the overwhelming scent of cleaning solution—not exactly a welcoming atmosphere. At the front desk, two of the three attendants were warm and helpful, and check-in itself was simple and efficient.
Some conveniences were hit-or-miss. The hotel doesn’t have ice machines, but delivers ice within minutes when requested. The drawback: the ice comes in sealed bags that don’t fit the provided bucket, leaving us to stash them in the sink each time—not exactly convenient. They also offer complimentary reusable aluminum water bottles, which is a nice touch, but the water filling station was out of order.
Overall, the staff we encountered were kind and attentive, but the hotel’s amenities, upkeep, and pricing structure didn’t match expectations.
Matthew
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
