The Fontaine

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near University of Missouri-Kansas City

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Meeting facility
View from room
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

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901 W. 48th Place, Kansas City, MO, 64112
  • Place, University of Missouri-Kansas City
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Crown Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kansas City, MO (MCI-Kansas City Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 641 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 650 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Traditional King Hearing Impaired)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(62 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kansas City

West Plaza stay.Your stay at this West Plaza hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Missouri-Kansas City and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Also, Crown Center is within 3 miles (5 km) and Kansas City Convention Center is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Missouri-Kansas City - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Crown Center - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • T-Mobile Center - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Kansas City Convention Center - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kauffman Center Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • Kansas City Union Station - 15 min drive
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kona Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Granfalloon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nine Zero Vodka Igloo Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪True Food Kitchen - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Fontaine

4.5-star luxury hotel near University of Missouri-Kansas City
The Fontaine offers its guests a health club and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 15 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 17000 square feet (1579 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury The Fontaine. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Kansas City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 17000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1579 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2013
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Fontaine offers 132 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 28 per day)
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 35 per day)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 10 to 26 for adults and USD 3 to 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor 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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 14.22 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 26 for adults, and USD 3 to 10 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 28 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 35 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Sorella
Fontaine Hotel Kansas City
Sorella Country Club Plaza
Sorella Hotel
Fontaine Kansas City
The Fontaine Hotel
The Fontaine Kansas City
The Fontaine Hotel Kansas City

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Fontaine to the airport?

The Fontaine is 23.5 mi (30-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 The Fontaine?

As of Sep 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Fontaine on Sep 30, 2025 start from $150.3, excluding 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 The Fontaine have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Fontaine.

Does The Fontaine offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Fontaine, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 10 and 26 for adults, USD 3 and 10 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at The Fontaine?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Isle of Capri Casino Kansas City (12-min drive) and Argosy Casino (17-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Fontaine?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 35 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Fontaine?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 28 per day, and valet parking for USD 35 per day.

Does The Fontaine have a pool?

The Fontaine features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does The Fontaine have a restaurant?

The Fontaine is home to Nine Zero One, which features American cuisine, happy hour, and brunch.

Does The Fontaine have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Fontaine to downtown Kansas City?

The Fontaine is 4.3 mi away from Kansas City.

The Fontaine Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 699 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 79 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1032 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1032 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff was great, the rooms were spacious and the hotel was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel Colon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spacious and clean. Perfect option to visit Kansas City and watch the Royals. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff - tashay and Ryan and peaches made my stay such a treat!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Blake

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joel

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s a block off the plaza. Nice view from 7 th floor pool / restaurant. Very small pool area, if your plan was to lay out
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Dana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property needs a lot more attention to maintenance, upkeep, and details. It's a "nice at first glance" property but when you look a layer deeper, there are a lot of things that need to be updated or repaired (like exposed recessed lighting without the covers), and the sheets/bedding literally came off the bed exposing the bed underneath. It's overall poor management. We also stayed at an airport Marriott which was actually nicer than this hotel we splurged on. The location is nice, the rooftop dining and view were nice, the people at the front desk were fine - the one who seemed like the manager was the nicest and most helpful. But overall it's definitely a pass on this property, I wouldn't return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had an all around amazing experience while staying here. Thank you for the great service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie or Scott

Traveled with family and small children
Pretty hotel. Nice check in staff. Pool is pretty but small. Fire alarm went off at 2am due to being attached to a neighboring parking garage system. No comps offered for the inconvenience. Self pay parking is $26 so be expected for that add on expense because limited neighborhood parking available. Shower and bed were nice but cleanliness around the bathroom was b grade. Overall 4.2
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place and the view was incredible.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and kind
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don, Greenwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful hotel, helpful staff, very nice addition to the options of premium hotels in Kansas City.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Violeta

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tiffany

The lobby and grounds were
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Candice

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was off the beaten path and dirty. Not remodeled or in a place with amenities around
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Markuedia

Liked: Amenities
My stay at this property was just ehh, it definitely was not worth the money spent. I’ve stayed high end hotels before and this wasn’t one. It had the idea but failed to deliver. The hotel needs to be renovated. My bathroom had molding and cracks; there was left over trash or paper someone drop between the mattress and the base of the bed. The room was extremely dark and the air conditioning was sub par. I kept opening the balcony door for a breeze. No clock or Bluetooth speaker? At $700 for 2 nights, I should have had a grand experience. Staff was great but the room was not worth a return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Violet

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was very friendly at check-in. The room was nice, but guests next door were very loud... up past midnight having very loud conversations, coming and going from the room frequently, and slamming the door each time. Someone seemed to locked out and was pounding don't and was pounding on the door and shouting to get in at 3 am... weird since you need a room key to access the guest floors via the elevator. Had breakfast in the restaurant on morning of our departure and the waitress was cranky when we didn't greet her and ask her how she doing when she first arrived at our table. Upon check out, we asked for the folio to be emailed to us. An hour later, after departing the property, we reviewed the email and found our breakfast charge was nearly triple the receipt we signed. We immediately called the hotel and got the run around. The front desk couldn't fix it and sent the call to the restaurant. The restaurant confirmed the amount sent to the folio matched the receipt and couldn't explain why it showed up at a higher amount. Back and forth, and no one could fix it. We called again the following day and were told a new folio would be sent, but it never was. The charge went through for the full amount, and no further update was provided from the hotel, so I decided to dispute the charge and let the cc company chase them for a while.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025