Kansas City  :  Fairmont Kansas City At The Plaza

Fairmont Kansas City At The Plaza

401 Ward Parkway
Kansas City, MO 64112
Nightly Rates: ( 54.99 - 269.00 )
4 Star

Property Description

In 1967, Miller Nichols, the president of J. C. Nichols Company, Inc., purchased 6.5 acres of land in the southwest corner of Ward Parkway and Wornall Road in the historic Country Club Plaza in Kansas City. What once was the site of 13 duplex dwellings and two single-family houses soon became the vision of a 400-room hotel and a set of luxury apartment buildings.Nichols' vision was to build a contemporary luxury hotel in the Plaza area that would provide warm and personal service to transient guests, residents in the area and business groups, as well as improve the image of Kansas City in the eyes of tourists and conventioneers. On February 1, 1969, that vision became a reality and construction began on the hotel.In keeping with the Spanish theme of the Country Club Plaza, Nichols hired Kansas City architects Kivett & Myers to design The Fairmont Kansas City at the Plaza. Contemporary Spanish architecture is reflected throughout the hotel, from the custom-designed furnishings to the guest rooms and refinished Hispanic artifacts throughout the hotel.On May 1, 1972, The Fairmont Kansas City at the Plaza opened its doors to the public. During the next 18 years, the hotel catered to the needs of such famous celebrities as Michael Jackson, Shelley Long, The Rolling Stones, ZZ Top and Steve Guttenberg.Today, The Fairmont Kansas City at the Plaza still stands by its original decree: "To earn the loyalty of our guests by exceeding their expectations and providing warm and personal service in distinctive surroundings."

Amenities

· AM/FM Alarm Clock
· Bar/Lounge
· Business Center
· Concierge
· 24 Hour Front Desk
· Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
· Express Checkout
· Hairdryers Available
· Mini Bar
· Modem Lines in Room
· Meeting/Banquet Facilities
· No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
· Free Newspaper
· Free Newspaper
· Pets Allowed
· Pool
· Parking
· Restaurant
· Room Service
· Safe Deposit Box
· Shops/Commercial Services
· Fitness Center or Spa
· Tennis
· Television with Cable
· Laundry/Valet Services

Room Information

Fairmont Non Plaza View
Fairmont Rooms have High Speed Internet Access and are located in the Main Tower of the hotel. All rooms are available on either smoking or non-smoking floors. Bed Type: one King bed Size: approximately 290 sq. ft. View: Residential area
Fairmont Plaza View Room
Fairmont Plaza View rooms have High Speed Internet Access and are located in the Main Tower of the hotel and are available on smoking or non-smoking floors. Fairmont rooms on the non-smoking floors all have a walk-out balcony. Bed Type: one King or two Double beds Size: approximately 290 sq. ft. View: Country Club Plaza and swimming pool


Signature Room
Signature Rooms have High Speed Internet Access and are located in the Wing section of the hotel. All rooms are non-smoking and feature a loveseat, coffee table and walk-out balcony. Bed Type: one King or two Double beds Size: approximately 350 sq. ft. View: Country Club Plaza


Presidential Suite
and Also referred to as the 'Honeymoon Suite', the Presidential Suite has High Speed Internet Access is located on the 10th floor of the Main Tower building and is totally non-smoking. The highlight of this unique suite is an ensuite master bath with jet tub and steam shower. A gracious hallway leads into the spacious livingroom and dining area of the suite, complete with a baby grand piano. A separate powder room and pantry with refrigerator make this suite perfect for entertaining. Bed Type: four post King bed Size: approximately 1200 sq. ft. View: Country Club Plaza
One Bedroom Suite
One-Bedroom Suites have High Speed Internet Access and are located in the Main Tower section of the hotel, on non-smoking floors. Each suite has a set of glass French doors that separates the spacious bedroom from the elegant livingroom. They also feature two full marble bathrooms, two televisions, loveseat and walk-out balcony. A two-bedroom suite combination may be available. Bed Type: King Size: approximately 670 sq. ft. View: Country Club Plaza or residential area


One Bedroom Concierge Suite
One Bedroom Concierge Suites have High Speed Internet Access and are located on the 10th and 11th floors of the hotel, on non-smoking floors. Each suite has a set of glass French doors that separates the spacious bedroom from the elegant livingroom. They also feature two full marble bathrooms, two televisions, loveseat and walk-out balcony. A two bedroom concierge suite combination may be available. These rooms also have the use of the private concierge lounge.Bed Type: one King bedSize: approximately 670 sq ft.View: Country Club Plaza or residential area

Miscellaneous Information

· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 3pm
· Check out time is 12pm
· Time Zone is Central
· Opened in 1972
· Renovated in Renovations of guestrooms, parking garage, Rooftop Ballroom, and Pavilion level were completed in April of 1996.Guestrooms, Oak Room and Bar were renovated in 2000.
· 346 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 12 floors.

Directions

-Take I-29 South to I-35 South, and I-35 South to Southwest Trafficway exit. (which will be a left exit). exit 1A -Follow Southwest Trafficway approximately 8-10 minutes to Roanoke and turn left onto Roanoke. -Roanoke will veer left and turn into 47th Street. -Proceed on 47th Street to Broadway. -Turn right onto Broadway. -Follow Broadway two blocks, cross the bridge and once you cross the bridge, Broadway will become Wornall Road. -The Fairmont Kansas City will be on your immediate right at the intersection of Wornall Road and Ward Parkway.

-Take a left out of the hotel parking lot (main entrance) and go over the bridge on the Plaza to the first stop light. -Take a left onto Ward Parkway. -At the next stop light (Roanoke), take a right onto Roanoke. -Take Roanoke to Southwest Trafficway (Roanoke turns into Southwest Trafficway). -Take Southwest Trafficway to I-35 North and I-35 North to I-29 North. -Stay on I-29 North to KCI Airport exit. -Approximately 35 minutes.

Located on the corner of Wornall Road and Ward Parkway, overlooking the Country Club Plaza, The Fairmont Kansas City at the Plaza is in the midst of the entertainment and business district. Contemporary Spanish architecture is reflected throughout the hotel, from the custom-designed furnishings to the guest rooms and refinished Hispanic artifacts throughout the hotel. Conveniently situated 10 minutes from downtown Kansas City.

Kansas City Intl Airport is 26 miles or 40 minute drive from the Fairmont Kansas City

Guarantee Policy

Credit Card required upon booking.

Cancellation Policy

CXCL policy - 6pm day of arrival. **EXCEPT - 25NOV04 - Cxl by 30SEP04. NONREFUND Dep. for entire stay taken 01OCT04.. **DEC 3&4, 9&10- full payment for entire stay due 72 hours in advance. Cxl Policy is 72 hrs prior to arrival - Full stay non-refund**

Restaurant Information

The Oak Room

The beautifully appointed Oak Room is adjacent to the Oak Bar, on the lobby level. It overlooks the fabulous Country Club Plaza and upholds Midwestern tradition in grand style. The menu is brimming with tender steaks and chops, and Italian specialites - all the bounty for which America's heartland is famous, as well as an excellent wine list. Dress Code: Smart CasualReservations: Highly Recommended

The Oak Bar

The Oak Bar is located on the first floor of the hotel, adjacent to The Oak Room restaurant. The Oak Bar features more than 200 martinis, a sushi station, live entertainment and a large selection of specialty drinks, ports, cognacs, sherries and beer including domestics, imports and microbrews.Dress Code: casualReservations: no

Afternoon Tea

The Full Tea includes a pot of tea and a selection of tea sandwiches and sweets. Sandwiches: Norwegian smoked salmon on whole wheat with cream cheese and dill, Cucumber and roquefort on white bread, Virginia ham and asparagus rolls on whole wheat bread with Dijon mustard, and Egg and chive. Sweets include Freshly baked scones with Devonshire cream and preserves, Assorted English tea cakes, Miniature fresh fruit tartlette, Madeleine, Florentine and cookies.The Light Tea includes a pot of tea, Freshly baked scones, Devonshire cream and preserves, Assorted English tea cakes, Miniature fruit Tartlette and petit fours.Reservations required.Dress Code: smart casual

In-Room Dining

Available 24hrs a day

Pool-Side Service

Pool-side Food and Beverage Service: Thursday 5:00pm ? 9:00pm Friday 11:00am ? 10:pm Saturday 10:00am ? 10:00pm Sunday 10:00am ? 2:00pm There is a new pool-side menu with a lovely variety of salads and sandwiches as well as some exciting Frozen Drinks On Fridays and Saturdays from 5:00pm ? 8:00pm there is Live Jazz Entertainment.

Sunday Brunch

The Sunday Breakfast Brunch offers an Omelette stationEggs Benedict Scrambled eggsHash BrownsBiscuits and GravyBaconSausageFrench toastWaffle station(An à la Carte menus is available for those who prefer to order separately.Sunday Brunch takes place in The Oak RoomHours: 11:00am to 2:00pmPrice: $32.00 per adult ($16.00 per child)Includes: Cereal Bar, Bread, Fresh fruit, Omelet station (design your own), Bacon, Sausage, Potatoes, Salads, Chicken, Fish, Vegetables and Pastry Chef Selection of Desserts.Note: A La Carte menus is available for those who prefer to order separately.

Meeting Facility

Meeting and Conference Facilities

Over 22,500 square feet of meeting and banquet space:The Ballroom, 12,040 square feet, seats 1000 for banquets and can be divided into three salons -7 meeting rooms, 4 of which open onto the pool and terrace -3 private dining rooms -6 conference suites The Rooftop Ballroom seats 200 for banquets overlooking the Country Club Plaza. Bartle Hall Conference Centre is located in downtown Kansas City, a 15-minute drive from the hotel.For more information, call: (816) 513-5000

Recreation Information

Fitness Centre

The Fairmont Kansas City at The Plaza features a modern health club facility, located on the Pavilion Level.Equipment includes:3 Precor running machines1 Schwin elliptical1 Precor Elliptical1 True 750 Elliptical Machine2 Stairmasters2 Schwin exercise bikesCardio vascular workout stationsSeparate men's and women's locker rooms with:Private showers Private sauna Steam rooms Cost: free of charge to registered hotel guests

Spa Services/Massage Therapy

Massages are given by fully accredited massage therapists and are available by appointment only. Massages take place in the Fitness Centre located on the Pavilion Level of the Hotel. Therapists are available for in-room massages upon request. An additional fee may apply. Masseuses are professionally trained in a variety of therapeutic and relaxation massages that balance your body?s energy, reduce stress and increase the minds ability to facilitate relaxation throughout the body.Choose from Swedish, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, Aromatherapy or a combination of treatments.Appointments: Please see the Concierge to make an appointment. Massage therapists are on call and are not located on Hotel property. Cancellation: Appointments are subject to a 2-hour cancellation fee of the full massage cost.Payment: Applicable charges will be posted to your Room account.Waiver: By making a reservation you hereby release and hold faultless or blameless, The Fairmont Kansas City, The Fairmont?s Concierge its employees, management, owners and corporate headquarters from and against any and all claims for damages and bodily injuries of whichever nature might arise during the massage.

Swimming Pool

Hours of OperationOpen from the Friday of Memorial Day weekend until September 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool (heated naturally by the sun) overlooking the Country Club Plaza. Located one story above the street level it offers a multi-level sun deck and terrace gardens surround the pools.Children 14 & under must be accompanied by an adult.The large pool is 39 feet by 9 feet and ranges from 4 feet to 6 feet deep.Children's Wading PoolThe children's wading pool is connected to the larger adult pool, separated by a bridge and water falls.

Dive-In Movie Night

Labour Day weekend only, the action starts when the sun goes down !What is Dive-In Movie Night?Guest can watch large-screen movies, poolside or in the water. Colourful floats are provided for guests of all ages to kick back, relax and enjoy exciting family classics.Poolside servers offer cocktails, beverages and theatre snacks to enjoy during the show.When does the movie start?Starting August 31st, 2001, the movies will be held every Friday and Sunday nights at 8:45 p.m.The flotation devices will be on a ?first-come, first-serve? basis. Guests can choose to keep them as a souvenir.Who may attend?This unique program is available to registered guests of The Fairmont Kansas City at the Plaza ONLY.

Golf

-Deer Creek Golf Club (913) 681- 3100 Approx. 12 miles South of Kansas City Holes: 18 Par: 72 Fairways: Zoysia Greens: Bentgrass Green Fees: (wd/we) $60/70 USD (1999 rates) Carts: included Tee time policy: call 3 days in advance Features lots of trees, sand and water. Many tight driving holes. Perfect for long iron players who can work the ball. -Dub?s Dread Club (913) 721-1333 Approx. 20 miles northwest of Downtown Kansas City Holes: 18 Par: 72 Fairways: Zoysia Green: Bentgrass Green Fees: (wd/we) $27/37 USD (1999 rates) Carts: $12.00 USD Tee time policy: call 5 days in advance Dub?s Dread was listed as the longest and toughest in the US in it?s prime time. Today, the course plays shorter but is still long. Many consider this, one of the area?s best. Kansas Practice Facilities: (Driving Range)-Family Golf Centre of Overland Park (913) 681-6855 Approx. 15 miles south of Downtown Kansas City Various Lessons Packages Number of hitting stations: 85 Target Greens: Yes Putting Clock: Yes Lighted: Yes -Deer Creek Driving Range (913) 681-8887 Approx. 12 miles south of Downtown Kansas City Number of hitting stations: 75 Target Greens: NO Putting Clock: Yes Lighted: Yes

Jogging Trails

Maps of nearby jogging trails are available from the Concierge

Stadiums and Arenas

-Kauffman Stadium 15 minutes awayHome of the Kansas City Royals-Arrowhead Stadium15 minutes awayHome of the Kansas City Chiefs-Kemper Arena 10 minutes awayHome of the Kansas City Blades-The Woodland 25 minutes awayHorse and dog racing

Tennis

Plaza Tennis Courts - Newly remodeled and now with a Club House. Rental rackets also available. Public courts available for day and evening play.

Area Attractions

Kansas City Zoo

Zoo Hours: The Zoo is open daily year-round, except Christmas and New Year's Day April 1-October 14: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00.p.m.,October 15 - March 31: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Sunset Safaris (Thursday Evenings):June 7 - August 16Zoo open until 8:30 p.m.Parking:Cost is $2.00 (April 1 - October 14)Admission:Visitors 12 and older - $6.00 Youth visitors 3 - 11 years - $3.00Youth visitors under 3 - FREE Special admission to ALL visitors on Tuesdays -- $2.00Transportation and Rides:All transportation is accessible by wheelchairs.Staff is happy to assist.Tram to and from Africa: $.50 each way World Express Train: $2.00 (Sponsored by Price Chopper)Tour Boat: $2.00* Camel Rides: $2.00* Pony Rides: $1.50 (for children under 90 lbs. only)*SeasonalDisability Access:A limited number of electric scooters are available for a rental fee of $15. You may reserve a scooter in advance by calling 816-513-5700 x25723.

Cultural/Historical

-Plaza Art Fair: Typically the third weekend in September This event attracts artists from across the nation. -Kansas City Museum of History and Science: Contains a permanent collection of Indian and Wildlife exhibits as well as a modern planetarium. Open Tuesday-Saturday 9:30am to 4:30pm :30 minutes away -Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - 5 minutes away. The most distinguished Art Museum in the Midwest. Also well-known for its oriental Art collection. -Arabia Steamboat Museum 18th & Vine (Jazz Museum) 20 minutes away. Historic Jazz Museum featuring legends as Charlie Parker and Count Bassie. -Harry S. Truman Library and Museum: 30 minutes away Artifacts and manuscripts from his Presidency. The life and career of the 33rd President of the United States, Harry S. Truman, is preserved by way of exhibits, mementos, and other artifacts. Open Monday-Sunday 9am to 5pm -Plaza Riverwalk: A 40-minute narrated Fiesta Boat Cruise along the winding waterway, waterfalls and fountains of the Country Club Plaza. Departing at the top of every hour. Admission: adults, $6.50; children and seniors, $5.50. April to October from 11am to 10pm. During November they are available from 11am to 5pm. And you can see the Holiday Lights through mid-January from 5pm to 9pm.-City Market: The largest open-air farmer?s market in the Midwest every Saturday since 1875. Features hot entertainment, 35 specialty shops, restaurants, clubs and Arabia Steamboat Museum. Sunday Art Market from May to August.

Amusement Parks

Worlds of Fun / Oceans of Fun 30 minutes away Nationally acclaimed amusement park Tropical Water Park Plaza Riverwalk: A 40-minute narrated Fiesta Boat Cruise along the winding waterway, waterfalls and fountains of the Country Club Plaza. Departing at the top of every hour. Admission: adults, $6.50; children and seniors, $5.50. Jacob Loose Park: 1 block away Swope Park: 5 minutes away. -Kansas City Zoo -Starlight open-air theatre -Summertime concerts -Broadway plays Brush Creek Water Parkway Development: Across the street from the hotel Overland park situated 9 miles from the hotel

Country Club Plaza Lighting Festival

The Season of Lights: The famous Country Club Plaza lights shine everyday from mid-November to mid-January. The Plaza's magical seasonal celebration begins on Thanksgiving evening each year, when 250,000 jewel-coloured bulbs transform the Plaza into a twinkling wonderland of colour. Over 300,000 people fill the Plaza's streets on Thanksgiving to witness the start of the holiday season.

Kansas City Intl Jazz Festival

Annual jazz festival held in June at Crown Centre featuring the best in traditional jazz.

Renaissance Festival

September 4th and runs through October 17th, 2004Step back to a time when lords and ladies ruled the land. When knights clad in shining armour took to battle for a lady's honour. Where jesters, minstrels, and rogues entertained throughout the village in hopes of a day's wages. All this and more can be found at the Kansas City Renaissance Festival. The Festival runs for seven glorious weekends each autumn. The adventure begins Labor Day weekend in Bonner Springs, Kansas... just 15 minutes and 400 years from downtown Kansas City.

Spirit Festival

The Midwest?s premier event showcasing the best in national and regional entertainment.Features over 230 bands. Takes place Labour Day weekend in Penn Valley Park.

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