Crowne Plaza Hotel Kansas City Downtown - Kansas City MO Crowne Plaza Hotel Downtown

The Crowne Plaza Hotel Kansas City Downtown is the former Radisson Inn and Suites. The new management team continues the tradition of catering to upscale business travelers in this four star environment. The hotel is next to the Convention Center, and bills itself as being at the heart of the government district.

With more modern stylings, the hotel aims to make business travelers and weekenders feel at home. Internet service is complimentary and available throughout the hotel. Shuttle service to and from the airport is available as well as town car and limousine service on request. The MAX bus stops right outside the hotel as well, making it easy for guests to get out to explore the rest of the city.

Drivers complained of the parking situation, as parking ran between $10 - $15 per day. Several local garages and convention parking stations are nearby, but during a major convention or downtown event spots are pricey and hard to come by. The hotel can give recommendations, but the convenience of the location does need to be considered - lots of people like this area!

There are suites and regular rooms available, with a mix of queens, kings, and doubles. The beds are sleep number beds. There is a pool, but it is only open seasonally. The fitness center is open year-round. The lounge area and bar serve as good meeting spaces, but most reported eating nearby rather than in the hotel restaurant. Room service is available.

Special packages for conferences and events are available through the website, but many travelers also reported steep discounts available during the winter season through Priceline and other hotel booking sites. Those looking for a weekend getaway spot or a convenient business hotel will be pleased; families with children may find the hotel a bit devoid of children's entertainment options.