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The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection

325 Ward Pkwy, Kansas City, MO, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Non-Smoking
Parking
Lounge

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About this property

The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection is a 4-star Marriott property located in Kansas City's South Plaza neighborhood. The hotel comprises 126 guestrooms, with 85 suites, offering travelers a substantial inventory in a curated, intimate setting. The property sits within a 5-minute drive of University of Missouri-Kansas City and Saint Luke's Hospital, making it convenient for both academic and medical visitors.

Each guestroom features a pillowtop bed dressed in Egyptian cotton sheets, a refrigerator, and an iPod docking station. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is standard, alongside flat-screen televisions with cable programming. Bathrooms are appointed with designer toiletries and hair dryers. Guest comfort ratings average 4.7 out of 5, reflecting consistently positive experiences with the accommodation.

Dining at the property centers on Chaz on the Plaza, a restaurant serving American cuisine with an attached bar and lounge. Room service is available during limited hours for in-room dining. Full breakfasts are offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for an additional charge.

The property includes a 24-hour fitness center, a terrace, and a garden where guests can relax. Complimentary wireless internet access extends throughout the hotel. A concierge desk, gift shop, and newsstand are available, and the property maintains a business center and conference space of 651 square feet. Limo and town car services are available, and parking options include self-parking and valet parking, both subject to surcharge.

The Raphael Hotel is positioned 1.3 miles from the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and 1.7 miles from the Uptown Theater. Kansas City International Airport lies approximately 25 miles away, with typical ground transportation costs around $55 one-way. The location benefits from a 4.9 out of 5 guest rating based on nearly 1,000 reviews, with 92.2 percent of guests recommending the property.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and may occur anytime thereafter; check-out is at 12:00 PM. Service animals are welcome, though pets are not permitted. The hotel is wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible parking, accessible fitness facilities, and accessible meeting spaces available.

Location & nearby attractions

Located in Kansas City (South Plaza), The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection is within a 5-minute drive of University of Missouri-Kansas City and Saint Luke's Hospital. This hotel is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Uptown Theater.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Jacob L. Loose Memorial Park - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
University of Missouri-Kansas City - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Kansas City Art Institute - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Saint Luke's Hospital - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - 1.4 km / 0.9 mi
National Museum of Toys and Miniatures - 1.6 km / 1 mi
39th Street West - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
University of Kansas Medical Center - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Uptown Theater - 2.7 km / 1.6 mi
Westwood Medical Pavilion - 2.8 km / 1.7 mi
Shawnee Indian Mission Historical Site - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Just Off Broadway Theatre - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Crown Center - 4.7 km / 2.9 mi
Research Medical Center Brookside Campus - 4.8 km / 3 mi

The preferred airport for The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection is Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 38.7 km / 24.1 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 126 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and iPod docking stations. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers.

Dining

Enjoy American cuisine at Chaz on the Plaza, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Full breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This Mediterranean hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service. Planning an event in Kansas City? This hotel has 651 square feet (60 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Getting here

MCI 25 miles (approx. $55.00 one-way taxi or town car fare)
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 4:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • 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
  • The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
  • This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pet policy

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Fees & policies

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 20 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 30.00 per night (in/out privileges)

Know before you go

  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Parking height restrictions apply.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).