The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection

325 Ward Pkwy., Kansas City, MO 64112 United States (USA) near Exit 233b on I-35 (~3.8km)
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4.0 Star Property
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Check RatesBreakfast For 1 Includes Breakfast For 1 Guest Plaza View Suite 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator 450sqft
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Check RatesBreakfast For 1 Includes Breakfast For 1 Guest Premier Suite 1 King Tub with Spray Jets Refrigerator
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Check RatesCelebration Package Includes Chocolates Champagne Plaza View Suite 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator 450s
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Check RatesFine Dining Package Includes Plaza View Suite 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator 450sqft 41sqm Living Sitt
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Check RatesPlaza View Suite 1 King Sofa Bed Refrigerator 450sqft 41sqm Living Sitting Area
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Check RatesSuite King Bed Plaza View Sofa | Offers Views Of The Plaza and A Seating Area with Sofa Bed
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Local Attractions

Country Club Plaza, Kansas City Board of Trade, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kemper Museum of Art, Sprint Center, Bartle Hall, Kansas City Zoo, Westport, Kauffman Performing Arts Center

Verified Reviews of The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Friendly and efficient"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Enjoyable Stay.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Mar-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Mar 07 to Mon Mar 09 2026 at a $249.99 average nightly rate.
"Always delightful"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I love the Rafael. I have been coming here for years and years and I've never been disappointed.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
20-Jan-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Jan 19 to Wed Jan 21 2026 at a $219.08 average nightly rate.
"Historical beauty"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
The staff was friendly. The rooms were nice and the restaurant was delicious. Room service was excellent.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
02-Jan-2026 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 31 to Fri Jan 02 2026 at a $274.51 average nightly rate.
"Staff"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Staff Helpful.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Dec-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Dec 21 to Mon Dec 22 2025 at a $208.00 average nightly rate.
"Love this hotel!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I have stayed at the Raphael many times. It is always our first choice. The staff is wonderful.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
22-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Sep 17 to Sat Sep 20 2025 at a $481.99 average nightly rate.
"Love the hotel, staff, restaurant!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Live this hotel! Great staff also restaurant has great staff and food and the jazz band Sunday was A++!
(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms), from US flag
25-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Aug 22 to Tue Aug 26 2025 at a $287.74 average nightly rate.
"Classy Hotel"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
So nice to stay in a hotel where the number one concern is the quality of the property. Lovely room, every detail perfect, from the stainless steel ice bucket, two sizes of drink glasses and a bellman that makes sure you are taken care of.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
21-Aug-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Aug 19 to Thu Aug 21 2025 at a $302.99 average nightly rate.
"Great Stay"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
The staff is absolutely fantastic, energetic, positive and very helpful. Nice property.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
03-Jul-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Jul 02 to Thu Jul 03 2025 at a $245.99 average nightly rate.
"Excellent from check in to checkout."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
MARY at the front desk that is in our before normal check in. Arrange a bottle of champagne and treats in a check out suggested leaving the tip for the ballet on the Bill to avoid the awkward face to face tipping. Excellent customer service and atmosphere highly recommend.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
09-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Jun 07 to Sun Jun 08 2025 at a $224.00 average nightly rate.
"Excellent Stay!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Like the location. Room and food was great. Everyone is very friendly and helpful.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
08-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jun 06 to Sun Jun 08 2025 at a $244.99 average nightly rate.
"It was great."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Liked Everything
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
07-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 02 to Mon May 05 2025 at a $243.84 average nightly rate.
"Excellent Stay!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Attractive, interesting furnishings in public areas, rooms very well furnished, staff friendly and courteous. No complaints at all!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
04-May-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 02 to Mon May 05 2025 at a $283.99 average nightly rate.
"Excellent"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Wonderful experience. All staff very friendly and professional. Beautiful property. Loved our stay!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
25-Jan-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jan 24 to Sat Jan 25 2025 at a $264.00 average nightly rate.
"Like coming home."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Beautiful, warm and cozy Christmas decorations outside and in the lobby. Staff from the valets, bell assistants, front desk, the room service and the housekeeping staff all friendly and helpful. Makes you feel at home. Rooms are clean and well appointed. Overall a wonderful stay and the location is terrific!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
26-Dec-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Tue Dec 24 to Thu Dec 26 2024 at a $251.49 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 405 guest reviews

Property Description

Voted the 31st best hotel in the world by Travel & Leisure in their Top 500 Hotels in the World Rankings in 2011. The Raphael offers a uniquely Kansas City experience. It combines the distinct character of a locally significant landmark and vintage Midwestern hospitality with contemporary amenities and comforts. Welcome to a one of a kind boutique hotel in Kansas City's favorite neighborhood, the historic Country Club Plaza.The Raphael Hotel has two state of the art meeting spaces to host a wide range of events. The stately Blue Beacon Boardroom sits up to fourteen guests and is well appointed with the finest equipment and amenities. The Plaza View Meeting Room overlooks the Country Club Plaza and has the versatilty to host an elegant sit down dinner for 40 people or a business seminar for up to 30 guests.

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 4:00pm
Check Out: 4:00pm
Year of Last Renovation: 2009
Floors: 9
Rooms: 126
Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 126
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 85
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 2 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 77.6 sq. meters
Banquet Space: Holds 50 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 0.8 Km
Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site
Lounge/Bar Hours: 11am- 12am
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
48 hours individualGroups per agreed upon contract
Nightly Parking: free
Typical Group Deposit: 250
Total Taxes: 16.10%
Total Misc Fees: ï¿¥11.90 CNY
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
State Tax: 8.60%
Occupancy Tax: 1.74 Per Night ($1.50 + tax)
City Tax: 7.50%
Food and Beverage Tax: 10.60%
Audio Visual Tax: 8.60%
Porterage Fee: 3.50 Per Item
Additional Person Fee: 20.00 Per Person (4th or more person)
Food and Beverage Service Charge: 22.00%
Audio Visual Service Charge: 22.00%
Banquet Bartender Fees: 75.00 Per Function
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 19.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: 22.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 28.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 22.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 20.00 Per Person
Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: 18.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 55.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 55.00 Per Person
Morning Break Cost: 18.00 Per Person
Afternoon Break Cost: 8.00 Per Person
Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 30.00 Per Person
Banquet Soda: 3.00 Per Person
Banquet Bottled Water: 4.00 Per Person
Banquet Hosted Bar: 18.00 Per Person/Per Hour

Amenities / Features


  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • ATM
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Central location
  • Complimentary newspaper
  • Concierge service
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Discover
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Elevator
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Fax available
  • Fitness and health center
  • Garage
  • Hairdryer available
  • Handicap accessible
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Licensed bar
  • Mini bar
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Office or business center
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Radio in room
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant
  • 24 hours room service
  • Safe in rooms
  • Self controlled heating/cooling system
  • Shop
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • TV Channel: HBO
  • Terrace
  • Travellers cheques accepted
  • Valet Parking
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

MCI 25 miles (approx. $55.00 one-way taxi or town car fare)

Local Shuttle Info: Super Shuttle $18.00 one-way, $32.00 round-trip

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.

About Autograph Collection

  • Beautiful Designs with Soul
  • Each property with a unique experience
  • Great spaces for team retreats
  • Boutique independent properties

The Autograph Collection highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Previously known as:
Raphael Hotel, The Raphael

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection.

Feel free to use the The Raphael Hotel, Autograph Collection meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Kansas City event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Feet)
Size
(sqft.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Plaza View Meeting Room 31 x 16 x 8 51040/----242420----/----50--
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Plaza View Meeting Room

Lovely room with large windows overlooking the historic Country Club Plaza -- lots of good light. Gracious in design and amenities, The Raphael Hotel's Plaza View Meeting Room accommodates 24 for classroom functions, 20-24 u-shaped, 24 conference style, 40 for banquet dining and 50 for receptions. The adjacent Blue Beacon Boardroom can function as a break-out room, if needed.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
47.4 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
31 x 16 x 8 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Power Outlets:
25+
Columns:
0
Windows:
4
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Room Rental Discount eligible with certain Food & Beverage minimums for eligible dates.
Photo of Plaza View Meeting Room
Blue Beacon Boardroom 20 x 16 x 18 325--/----------12--/--------
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Blue Beacon Boardroom

The Raphael Hotel''s Blue Beacon Boardroom is a beautifully appointed room featuring an executive conference table that seats up to 12 persons. Wide, comfortable leather executive chairs and state-of-the-art technology add to the professional and elegant ambiance of the room. The Blue Beacon Boardroom can also be set for small receptions.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
30.2 Sq. Km
Dimensions:
20 x 16 x 18 Ft.
Floor Level:
2
Power Outlets:
18
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
Yes
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
Yes
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Sound System
Room Rental Discount eligible with certain Food & Beverage minimums for eligible dates.
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Photo of Blue Beacon Boardroom

FAQs about The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 4:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection have?

There are 126 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

Is there any meeting space at The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection?

Yes, they have 2 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

Can I get a AAA rate at The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer AAA hotel discounts at this time.

Can I get a Senior or AARP rate at The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection?

Sorry, this hotel does not offer senior hotel discounts at this time.

Is there a gym at The Raphael Hotel Autograph Collection?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Testimonials:

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