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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Crane Brewing in Kansas City

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Exterior
Free daily buffet breakfast
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk
Indoor pool
Lobby

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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8551 E Blue Pkwy, Kansas City, MO, 64133
  • Place, Cave Spring Interpretive Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Kansas City Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kansas City, MO (MCI-Kansas City Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

7.6 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Outdoor Living Area)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kansas City

South Kansas City stay.Your stay at this South Kansas City hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Crane Brewing and Kansas City Zoo. Kauffman Stadium and GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Cave Spring Interpretive Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kansas City Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Kauffman Stadium - 5 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium - 6 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Crown Center - 14 min drive - 10.8 miles

Getting around

  • Plaza Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • Lee's Summit Station - 16 min drive
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

Hotel near Crane Brewing in Kansas City
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available daily. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG. Free self parking is available.
  • 1 building
  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2010
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG offers 81 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Kansas City hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 15 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG is 33.9 mi (37-min drive) away from the Kansas City International Airport (MCI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

As of May 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG on May 31, 2026 start from $112, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG offers free buffet breakfast every day from 6 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Ameristar Casino Kansas City (17-min drive) and Isle of Capri Casino Kansas City (17-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9 AM to 10 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG to downtown Kansas City?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG is 8.2 mi away from Kansas City.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 355 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 111 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 102 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Mohamed

I only stayed one night and the asked for a refund. I talked to the manager he assured me that
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pablo Esteban Bascunan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Syed

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room. Shower was excellent. Pleasant and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Tiesha

The room was in ok condition. For the hotel to be as new as it is, it's a little run down. Soon as you enter there's a snell in the front lobby. It's definitely overpriced. It should be. The walls are very thin no more than $80 a night
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Travis

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Asked several times for towls for the pool, was told they would bring them but never did. Also needed towls for the room family of five but they only gave us 3 never received them either. They blankets on the bed were stained
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of hot water but the locked liquid body wash soap bottle rack wouldn’t pump anything out. Same for shampoo, conditioner, lotion, etc. Free breakfast with broken pancake machine having Home Depot clamp on it just in case you didn’t notice it has no power. The juice and drink dispenser only served watered down water but they had iffy tasting “juice” in a pitcher. Not sure
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Theresa

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were with a youth hockey team & the entire hotel left due to bed bugs, cockroaches & drugs found in their room. A case was made & police were notified: Waiting for a refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Pete

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
The room was decent, but there was a strong oder in the hallwy. Like spicy food was cooking on the floor I was on.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was not quiet, had to notify staff (twice) that neighbors Rm121 was loud with music.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Catherine

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My first wrong impression was upon entering the hotel. No one greeted us as we walked up to the desk. The guy just kind of looked at us. We finally got our keys and my son ask where Room 030 was at in the hotel. An older man was sitting at the desk counting change and he said "Basement" in a not very nice way. Yes, they put us in a room in the basement not far from the laundry room at the very end of the hall. I believe we were the only guests down there! The room smelled a little funny, the carpet was stained and looked dirty, and the bathroom was in terrible shape. It looked like they had tried to paint the bathtub and the paint was all bubbled up, the sink dripped, the wall by the bathroom was all moldy, and old and ugly looking. The bathroom needed to be completely renovated and cleaned!! I didn't even feel like it was very clean. I've never been treated this way before!! We've stayed at Holiday Inn Express hotels quite a few times and have never had a problem. We almost felt like we were being discriminated against!! The rooms weren't cheap. We paid good money for a very cheap-looking hotel room. Such a disappointment!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Traveled with family
Room had a strange or odor. Appears staff tried to cover it up with air fresheners - but it didn't work. Smelt like food had been cooked - curry or other strong type.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Rodolfo

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

JMoi

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Mallory

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When we arrived, we had to wait 15 minutes for a staff member to show up at the front desk. Once we checked in, our room was in a basement. The layout was strange and we were right next to the elevator shaft. The bathroom shower was not clean, and the fact that all the amenities like lotion and soap were locked to the wall was pretty weird. We were very glad we only stayed one night and hurried out of there in the AM.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Arla

Older hotel Clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Ethan

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Matthew, Manhattan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this hotel for a fun weekend with family. The pool room was 50° with the air conditioner running in the middle of winter. The breakfast was empty and everyone was upset. The TV in our room was broken. Staff was minimally helpful. Staff finally agreed to give us a refund. Did not actually give us refund. Stopped answering the phone when we called to see why they failed to keep their refund promise. Do not do business with this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Diljeet

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Food was aweful. Some of the breakfast items got finished before 10 am and was not replenished. Breakfast options were so limited like an roadside motel. Pet fees was not communicated at the time of booking. Not worth the Holiday Inn brand and price.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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