Best Hotels in Kansas

Located in west Wichita and the only hotel less than a half-mile from the Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wichita Airport is a Hilton property with 302 rooms. Standard rooms offer a king or two double beds and are equipped with amenities like 32-inch flat-screen TVs, coffee makers and complimentary Wi-Fi, though several recent guests mentioned noisy plumbing issues Suites come with additional appliances like a wet bar and minifridge. The hotel caters to business travelers, and includes other amenities like a business center with free printing services, a complimentary airport shuttle, a fitness center and an indoor pool. There is one on-site restaurant, Chisholm's American Beef and Ale House, which serves American cuisine, as well as in-room dining services. Since the hotel is part of the Hilton Honors loyalty program, members can accrue and redeem points for their stay. 

Nestled right along the banks of the Arkansas River, the Hyatt Regency Wichita boasts 303 rooms and suites.  Standard king and double-queen rooms come with 42-inch flat-screen TVs, minifridges, complimentary Wi-Fi and Starbucks coffee. The two on-site restaurants are Perks Coffee & More, a grab-and-go spot, and Harvest Kitchen | Bar, which offers breakfast through dinner service. When it comes to activities, the property has a 24-hour fitness center, heated indoor lap pool and two indoor whirlpools. While the hotel is within walking distance of Old Town, there’s also a free shuttle service that will take you all over downtown Wichita, home to plenty of nightlife, restaurants and shopping. Keep in mind that several recent guests reported a slow check-in process, though. The hotel belongs to the World of Hyatt program, so members can earn and use points when staying here.

The 294-room Wichita Marriott is located in eastern Wichita. The rooms come with amenities like a wet bar, coffee and tea maker and free Wi-Fi. Most bathrooms have shower and tub combos and bathrobes. Other on-site facilities include a 24-hour fitness center and a connecting indoor-outdoor pool. The property is located within a 10-mile radius of other popular attractions like Old Town, the Waterfront Dining and Shopping District and the Botanic Garden of Wichita, so you’ll want a car to get around. If you want to dine at the hotel, you have the options of eating American fare at the GREATROOM or heading to Fireside Grille, the on-site steakhouse. Aside from complimentary parking, there’s also a free shuttle to and from Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, which is located about 14 miles west. Since the hotel is part of the Marriott family, Marriott Rewards members can accrue or redeem points by staying here, as well have special access to the hotel's Club Lounge, which offers free daily breakfast and afternoon hors d’oeuvres.

The historic, brick Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview Wichita overlooks the Arkansas River and sits across the street from the Century II Performing Arts & Convention Center. A free trolley connects the area to points of interest downtown and nearby walking paths follow the river – great for dog-walking from this pet friendly property. The ornate vaulted tray ceilinged lobby features some of original 1922 details including the crystal chandeliers, recent guests called the property ‘elegant’ and ‘beautiful.’  Choose between a king bed, two queen beds or a two-bedroom suite—all 200 guest rooms are outfitted in neutral tones and come with microwaves, minifridges, coffee-makers, iron and ironing board as well as complimentary Wi-Fi. Bathrooms have shower/tub combos and large granite-topped vanities. There’s an indoor pool and whirlpool, 24-hour fitness and business centers, coin laundry and an included airport shuttle. On-site parking is available for an additional fee. A daily hot breakfast come with booking as do the brand’s ‘5:30 Kickback,’ a daily rotating happy hour food and drink offering; popcorn and soda are available in the mezzanine all day.

The all-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton @ The Waterfront sits on the eastern outskirts of Witchita about 9-miles from downtown in a development featuring several shops, restaurants and bars overlooking Beech Lake. The hotel has 104 guest rooms – some with waterfront views. All have black-out curtains, sofa beds, TVs with DVD players and premium channels including HBO, coffee-makers, Wi-Fi as well as kitchens with full-sized refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves, stovetop and cookware. Pets are allowed, there’s a small indoor pool and whirlpool and parking on-site is included. There’s a great daily hot breakfast and a happy hour with drinks and food on Monday through Thursday evenings. Recent guests say that the outdoor space, which includes a patio, tennis courts, putting green and landscaped grounds with lake-side trails help make this property feel more luxurious than the affordable price. Guests of this Homewood Suites by Hilton property can earn or redeem Hilton Honors points during their stay.