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The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property

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9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Classic Plaza stay with jazz energy

The Raphael Hotel puts practical Kansas City convenience front and center, set on a tree-lined street in the historic Country Club Plaza neighborhood. Inside, Italian Renaissance Revival architecture sets a boutique tone, while Chaz on the Plaza brings a cozy, clubby scene with live music every evening. Between the walkable Plaza setting and the 24-hour fitness center, it’s an easy rhythm for work trips and weekends alike.

  • Plaza-side location

    Steps from the Spanish-style Country Club Plaza for boutiques and dining.

  • Dining with a soundtrack

    Chaz on the Plaza pairs modern regional cooking with nightly live jazz.

  • Wednesday patio concerts

    Strings on The Green brings local jazz to the Plaza-view patio in summer.
$239 nightly
The total price is $284
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total with taxes and fees

Amenities

  • 24-hour fitness center with free weights and yoga
  • Relaxation Package with one-hour in-room massage
  • Romance Package with local toiletries, wine, desserts
  • Nightly turndown with blackout drapes and plush bedding
  • In-room comforts like mini-fridge, coffee and tea
  • Bathrobes and oversize towels with bath amenities
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Why we love this property

Work and play paradise
Located in business, shopping, and entertainment districts, this hotel offers a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Guests can unwind at the spa or bar.
Flavorful fare options
Experience American cuisine at the restaurant or relax at the bar. This hotel offers full breakfast with vegetarian and vegan dining options.

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large floral artwork on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a small round table with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A cityscape with a mix of historic and modern buildings, a river running through the center, and a busy street with cars.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • City view
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A well-lit living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a lamp. There is a large window with curtains and a view of buildings outside.

Premier Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 594 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large window with curtains.

Studio, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 432 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, TV, dresser, and a bed.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 387 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a small table. There is a bed with a painting above it and a lamp on a side table.

Suite, Multiple Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 516 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, and a view of the city through large windows.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 432 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a large floral artwork on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed (Hearing Accessible)

  • 376 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, a table, and artwork on the walls.

Studio, Multiple Beds (Mobility/Hearing Access, Roll-In Shwr)

  • 432 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
325 Ward Pkwy, Kansas City, MO, 64112

What's nearby

  • Plaza Tennis Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Fountain of Neptune - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Missouri-Kansas City - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Kansas City Art Institute - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 31 min drive
  • Kansas City Union Station - 15 min drive
  • Lee's Summit Station - 24 min drive
  • Independence Station - 24 min drive
  • Plaza Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Art Museums Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • UMKC Tram Stop - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Ruby Jean's Juicery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Winstead's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Fountain Room - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jack Stack Barbecue - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection

  • At The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and University of Missouri-Kansas City. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Chaz on the Plaza, which serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Mediterranean hotel include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the room service and helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Plaza Tram Stop is 8 minutes and Art Museums Tram Stop is 12 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 126 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (USD 35.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (USD 40.00 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Golf lessons nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (651 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1927
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop garden
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Portable bathtub seat
  • Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Lowered peephole/view port in door
  • Lowered locks/deadbolt
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lever door handles

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave (on request)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Dining

Chaz on the Plaza - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 to 20 per person

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from July 20 2026 to September 27 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 35.00 per night with in/out privileges
  • Covered valet parking costs USD 40.00 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 35.00 per night. Valet parking costs USD 40.00 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Isle of Capri Casino Kansas City (12-min drive) and Argosy Casino (18-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection and nearby?

The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection has a 24-hour fitness center and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection?

Yes, Chaz on the Plaza offers American cuisine.

What's the area around The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection like?

The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection is a short 8-minute walk from Plaza Tram Stop and 17 minutes' walk from Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant, The Chaz, offered exceptional food, phenomenal service, and a great experience for guests. (24 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently delicious and often complimentary, with some guests receiving special treats and exceptional service. (6 reviews)
  • The hot tub offered a wonderful experience with a perfect view. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

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6/10 Good

We often try to stay at Autograph Collection hotels when we travel. I’ve always been impressed with the accommodations, cleanliness and service. The Raphael did not come close to what I’ve come to expect from an Autograph Collection hotel. While the staff was courteous, the accommodations were mediocre and cleanliness was questionable - both in the hotel and in the restaurant. This was especially surprising because The Raphael was one of the more expensive Autograph Collection hotels we’ve visited in the Midwest.
Erin, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We rented the kind suite, and it was wonderful! The jacuzzi tub overlooks the Plaza. It was the perfect view with a glass of wine.
Ariel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, great location with the friendliest staff! We absolutely loved it!
Leslie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice boutique hotel, great location, helpful staff
Marc Olivier, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great room friendly service wonderful views and good food. Special week end could not have been better. Recommend this hotel to everyone wanting a life memory.
Steve, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Everything clean. Staff generally friendly but desk people need to greet whenever someone comes in and doormen need to open doors each time. Older doorman was great. Bartender is Richard excellent. Lots to do nearby
sarah, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff. Great view of the Plaza lights from our room.
Robert E, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely love Raphael! Cannot say enough wonderful things about the staff. Above and beyond to make our stay absolutely marvelous. Chaz is a MUST. Our dinner and wine were perfect. Plus live music ❤️
sonja, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

From Amy at the front desk to our amazing, clean and very nicely decorated, two room suite, we can not say enough great things about this awesome hotel. The Chaz Steakhouse downstairs did not disappoint either….. We enjoyed a delicious meal, with great live entertainment!
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We enjoyed staying in this historical hotel. The staff was friendly and helpful and there were plenty of dining choices within walking distance.
Sandra, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff and service were excellent!!
Alissa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff took wonderful care of us!! Wine, goodies, and lovely card were delivered to us after we enjoyed a drink at Chaz. Plus a wonderful complimentary breakfast!!
Lori, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was a very nice place to stay. We highly recommend. Great location.
Cheryl, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

hotel staff went above and beyond with great service. from a free bottle of wine delivered to our room to the restaurant giving us an apple to staff bringing toothpaste to our room. when i left a hairbrush in the room, they had it in the lobby in less than 15 mins. from checkout so that I didn't end up going home without it. they were wonderful! we plan to be back.
lisa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff was incredibly kind and helpful when we had issues with the hot water. Location was perfect for lights on the plaza.
Paige, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are amazing
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay, wonderful staff!
Lea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room charming and comfortable. Staff welcoming and sincere. Great room service with nice cocktails and treats. Beautiful weekend.
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel, plenty of nice staff. Great area, easily walkable options from hotel
John, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, staff and area to visit Kansas City.
Michael, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was especially helpful.
John, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed the artistic and historical charm of The Raphael. Always friendly service and lovely atmosphere including live music at the bar. Nice views and very spacious and clean rooms. Highly recommend.
Preetha, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff members were amazingly helpful and the hotel was beautiful with a unique charm. I enjoyed every minute of my stay there and highly recommend it for anyone visiting the KC area.
karolyn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really amazing place. Historic, great rooms, bar/restaurant amazing, staff friendly, great part of town.
Jeff, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, lovely staff
Erika, 1-night trip