The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection  

On Kansas City's storied Country Club Plaza in the South Plaza neighborhood. Minutes from the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Uptown Theater, JC Nichols Memorial Fountain and Fountain of Neptune, and a short drive to University of Missouri-Kansas City and Saint Luke’s Hospital. Walkable, family-friendly location near parks and plazas.

Housed in a 1927 landmark building that blends historic charm with modern touches. 126 guestrooms feature luxury bedding with pillowtop mattresses and Egyptian cotton sheets, in-room refrigerators, iPod docking stations and flat-screen TVs, plus designer toiletries in the bathrooms. Boutique vibe—timeless bones with contemporary comforts.

Onsite spa and massage services plus a state-of-the-art 24-hour fitness center with free weights and yoga equipment. Concierge, gift shops/newsstands, limo/town car service, a picnic area and playrooms for kids. Complimentary wired and wireless internet throughout; self-parking available (fees may apply).

Elegant meeting facilities offering roughly 651 sq ft (60 sqm) of event space and capacity for up to 49 guests. 24-hour business center and high-speed internet make small meetings seamless.

Chaz on the Plaza serves modern American cuisine with regional flair in an upscale setting and offers a bar/lounge. Room service is available during limited hours, and full breakfasts are offered daily from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.