The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection, Kansas City | Member Rates

Name: The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection
Address: 325 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO 64112
Rating: 9.4

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ParkingSelf parking (surcharge)RestaurantSnack bar/deliConcierge serviceElectric bicycle charging station

Check-in / Check-out

From 04:00 PM · Until 12:00 PM

Classification

4-Star Hotel

Amenities

Electric bicycle charging station, Fitness facilities (surcharge), Parking, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Restaurant

Location

Kansas City, us

Walkability

Walk

Bike

Historical Charm and Modern Comforts

Luxurious Accommodations

Indulge in rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, refrigerators, and free Wi-Fi for your convenience. Enjoy a freshly brewed cup of coffee with the in-room coffee maker.

Convenient Amenities

Stay active in the gym, catch up on work at the business center, or savor a delicious meal at the Chaz Restaurant and Lounge. With 24-hour room service, your needs are always met.

Prime Location

Explore nearby attractions like the University of Missouri and the Kansas Zoo, both just a short distance away. Shop to your heart's content at the Country Club Plaza, located a mere 2-minute walk from the hotel.

Book your stay at The Raphael Hotel Kansas City for an unforgettable experience.

Neighbourhood

What’s Nearby

Plaza, Cleaver II + Main Streetcar Stop

8 min walk

A key stop on the newly extended KC Streetcar line, connecting the Country Club Plaza to other major Kansas City neighborhoods.

Gram & Dun

3 min walk

An upscale Kansas City restaurant known for its culinarily-driven fare and vibrant patio, located in the Country Club Plaza.

4.5

Jack Stack Barbecue Plaza

7 min walk

A bustling local chain famous for its award-winning Kansas City barbecue, including hickory-smoked ribs and burnt ends.

4.5

Rye Plaza

7 min walk

A popular restaurant offering Midwestern comfort food, including fried chicken and pies, with a focus on local ingredients.

4.5

The Classic Cup Cafe

6 min walk

An independent icon on Country Club Plaza, offering international cuisine and a popular spot for breakfast and lunch.

4.3

Country Club Plaza

2 min walk

Kansas City's premier historic open-air shopping, dining, and entertainment district, featuring Spanish-inspired architecture.

The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art

0.7 miles

An internationally recognized art museum known for its vast collection, including Asian art, European paintings, and the iconic Shuttlecocks sculpture park.

4.8

Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art

0.6 miles

A free contemporary art museum showcasing a rapidly growing permanent collection and thought-provoking exhibitions.

4.7

Loose Park

0.6 miles

A 75-acre historic park featuring a rose garden, a pond, walking trails, and Civil War markers.

4.8

The Monarch Bar

7 min walk

An upscale and modern bar known for its craft cocktails and sophisticated ambiance.

4.5

The Current Shop

6 min walk

The official retail shop for the Kansas City Current soccer team, offering merchandise and a customization station.

Accommodations

Rooms & Suites

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Guests

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Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

9.4

Exceptional

290 reviews

Highlights

+Historic charm
+Friendly staff
+Great location

Could Improve

–Cleanliness issues
–Food safety concerns
–Bed bugs reported

Cleanliness8.9

Several mentions of musty rooms and blood on pillowcases indicate cleanliness issues.

Service10.0

Overall positive mentions of staff being helpful and accommodating.

Location10.0

Many reviews highlight the convenience of the hotel's location.

Room Quality9.4

Mixed sentiments about room quality, with some praising comfort but others mentioning musty smells.

Amenities9.9

Not much detail on amenities; generally acceptable for a hotel of this type.

Value for Money9.9

General sentiment indicates a fair value given the location and service.

Food and Beverage6.9

Negative experience with food leading to food poisoning; lack of follow-up from the restaurant.

Overall Experience10.0

Mixed reviews but overall positive experiences highlighted by joyful stays and great service.

NewVolvoTrucks

Family · May 2026

I wish I had cancelled my reservation!

Liked:I wish I had cancelled my 3-night reservation! I too booked a plaza view suite. They put me in 101 a two-room suite adjoining my son's room 102. Both with a ground level view. Very dated and tight bedrooms, with long wait times for hot water in the shower and during the mornings you ran out of hot water. To make matters if the noise outside wasn't bad enough, the restaurant and lounge was RIGHT below you. The coffee maker made more coffee than the hotel provided mugs could hold..."fill to here". The entire hotel is dump! I moved my reservation to this hotel after the Marriot Residence Inn said ALL their elevators were broken. My name is Francis X. Maloney, and I accept complete responsibility for this review.

via tripadvisor

Rachel

Extended Group · Apr 2026

Excellent accommodations for our girls’ trip!

Liked:Its charm and location.

Disliked:The elevators are very small.

via Nuitee

Whitney

Family With Children · Apr 2026

Liked:Staff was fantastic, The Chaz was excellent and delicious. Beds were great.

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866TaylorB

Solo Travel · Apr 2026

One of Kansas City's most luxurious hotels

Liked:When it opened in 1928, the Raphael was a block of luxury apartments. In 1974, the J.C. Nichols Company purchased the Italian Renaissance Revival style structure, remodeled and re-opened the nine-story, 126-room as one of Kansas City's most sophisticated and luxurious hotels in 1975. Located at 325 Ward Parkway, across the street from Country Club Plaza, it was designed to complement the Spanish architecture that the adjacent shopping mall had developed in the early 1920s. The property is patterned after small European hotels, has been a member of the Histori Hotels of America since 2001 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. It also has earned the distinguished Four Diamond award from AAA and Four Star rating from Forbes. In 2020, it was recognized as the "Best Historic Hotel" in the United States. And it only got better in 2017 when it opened its signature restaurant, Chaz on the Plaza. The Raphael also features a fitness center, bar, concierge, private parking, even free bicycles. I reserved a King Room with a Plaza View, king-sized bed, free wi-fi, TV, work desk, room service, tea/coffee maker, private bathroom, tub and shower.

via tripadvisor

FAQs

Common Questions

Check-in is from 04:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late check-out may be available upon request.

Yes, the hotel offers spa, fitness center for guests.

Yes, parking is available. Contact the hotel directly for current rates.

Yes, complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

Yes, the hotel has an on-site restaurant for guests.

The nearest station is Plaza, Cleaver II + Main Streetcar Stop, 8 min walk from the hotel.

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Sustainability

Travel That Gives Back

Every booking through Dyme directly funds clean energy infrastructure.

5,910 tons

CO₂ Avoided Annually

~271,000

Equivalent Mature Trees Per Year

15 Central Parks

Of Mature Trees Equivalent

Sustainability at The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection

LowHigh

High Carbon

No specific sustainability information is publicly available for The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection in Kansas City. The hotel is part of Marriott International, which has a comprehensive global sustainability and social impact platform called Serve 360: Doing Good in Every Direction.

Emissions estimates are calculated using the local electricity grid carbon intensity for the hotel’s region, sourced from the U.S. EPA eGRID database (for U.S. properties) and Electricity Maps (for international properties). All sustainability information is derived from publicly available data sources, including hotel websites and certification bodies, and may not reflect the hotel’s actual energy usage or specific sustainability measures. Figures are approximate and provided for indicative purposes only.

Location

How to Find Us

325 Ward Parkway

Kansas City · us

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Good to Know

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 04:00 PM. Check-out by 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.

Payment

All prices are all-inclusive with taxes and fees. A valid credit card is required at check-in. No additional resort or service fees will apply.

Important Information

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

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