Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Suite, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Gym
Pool
Pet friendly
Breakfast included
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

8551 E Blue Pkwy, Kansas City, MO, 64133

Kansas City Zoo
‪5 min drive‬
Kauffman Stadium
‪7 min drive‬
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium
‪7 min drive‬
Kansas City, MO (MCI-Kansas City Intl.)
‪42 min drive‬

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Room options

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed

Very good

323 sq ft
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Outdoor Living Area)

Good

323 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Extra Floor Space)

323 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room

Very good

323 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

323 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

323 sq ft
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Good

323 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Good

323 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Kansas City

Located in South Kansas City, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Crane Brewing and Kansas City Zoo. This 81-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

Kansas City Zoo - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
Starlight Theatre - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
Kauffman Stadium - 7 min drive - 5.8 miles
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles

Getting around

Lee's Summit Station - 16 min drive
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬3 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

At Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG, guests enjoy an indoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and express check-in.

Guests can expect 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a fitness center.

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

$80 nightly

Jul 22 - Jul 23

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

Gym
Indoor pool
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Crib (surcharge)
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff

Business services

Business center
Meeting room

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

1 building
4 floors
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Built in 2010
Designated smoking areas
No plastic drinking straws

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Crib (surcharge)
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free daily newspapers
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:

Indoor pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
Dogs only
1 total (15 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM.
Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG on Aug 10, 2025 start from $78.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

This hotel is situated in South Kansas City, close to GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium, Kauffman Stadium, and Kansas City Zoo. You'll also find Starlight Theatre and Swope Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG feature a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9 AM and 10 PM.

Is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and free Internet access as well as an indoor pool.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG offers free buffet breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG for a fee of USD 50.00 per pet, per stay.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG is Kansas City International Airport (MCI), which is about 23.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Stes Kansas City Sports Complex by IHG Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

4/10 Poor

Carolina

Business traveler

Apr 13, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property needs renovation and the water is insufficient

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Apr 12, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Apr 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with family

Apr 7, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Several car windows were broken out in the parking lot. The cleanliness of the hotel could be better. My bathroom sink did not have running water.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jacqueline

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Apr 7, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Rude customer service. Housekeepers didn’t show up at all, I never received my $100 refund. People’s cars got broken into, shader glass everywhere in the parking lot. Felt very humid inside the room Beds are very uncomfortable!! pillows are horrible!! Location Right beside the highway hard to get in too much traffic.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Traveled with family

Apr 6, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hot mess of a hotel

Checked in saw the condition of the tro checked out. There were unidentifiable liquids splattered on the. The bathtub was covered in hair. No bed bug covers on the bed. And the room was overall dingy and smelled unpleasant. There full refund and this should removed from hotels. Com and lose their IHG flag.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gil

Business traveler

Apr 4, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paula

Traveled with family

Apr 2, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was one of the worst experiences I have ever had with hotels! When we checked in they attempted to put us in a room right next to a room that was being painted, we got moved to a secondary room, due to excessive smell of paint fumes in the room, and it also smelled so much of paint fumes we got light headed and ended our reservation early. Their staff was so unhelpful during the whole process, They refused to refund me my money, and insisted on charging me a cleaning fee. For a room that we only pulled the sheets back on and noticed was dirty before we had even got there, super combative staff when it comes to their costumer services. I just counted my losses. But i would not recommend this place to anyone.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Edel

Traveled with family

Apr 2, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

The staff was excellent but condition of hotel and surrounding area needs definite improvement

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Traveled with family

Mar 31, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hotel was less than appealing. It is run down and dirty. The pool was not clean. Would not stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Mar 15, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Ok, minus the noise & limited privacy

Well, in general, I usually like a Holiday Inn Express. The actual hotel was pretty ok, nice bed, in-room coffee maker, microwave, refridgerator. The fitness center was really just a small room with 2 cardio machines, but at least it was something. I chose to do yoga in my room, though. The indoor pool seemed ok, and warm, though I did not use it. The included hot & cold breakfast was a fairly decent offering (the expected), & the front desk personnel were nice. However, my room, 130, not a great location. It is at the corner of the wing that leads to the pool & fitness center, which appeared convenient at first. I soon learned that it meant I would hear all foot traffic to those areas AND through the glass doors JUST OUTSIDE MY WINDOW. I literally could not open my curtains unless I wanted to watch everyone coming in and going out, and let them watch me. I could have watched while certain guests who smoke stood just outside the doors, propping them open despite the sign saying not to, and allowing smoke into the building (I'm allergic). Weirdly, the fact that this hotel is just off a highway is not what made noisy. Those noises were few. There was a ton of door slamming and kids running and pounding thru the hallway next to me & above me. I did ask one of the front desk personnel to help in that situation, & they were nice, but I am not sure what actually followed. So, it was a rough 2 nights of not enough sleep. Maybe a different room would have worked out better?

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammi

Mar 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Allison

Traveled with family

Feb 27, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Booked the property due to it having pool facilities, only to turn up and find out the pool was closed. Damage to room evident upon arrival, missing handles on furniture, cracks and sealant missing in the bathroom and toilet continuously flushing. Room was booked to make use of the pull out bed, which no linen was provided, despite number of bodies occupying the room being confirmed online. During the breakfast, staff handling the food had no food service PPE on i.e. no gloves, no hair nets. Pieces of equipment in the dining room not functional, including pancake maker and juice machine with no signs indicating they were out of order. Issues with key cards not working which could have been a major safety issue, quickly rectified by reception staff. Other than the complaints listed above, the reception staff were the small beacon of light that made the hotel welcoming.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Timothy

Traveled with partner

Feb 17, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Cleanliness

Walked into Non smoking room that smelled like heavy cigarette/cigar smoke. TV didn't work, and there wasn't a phone in the room. Staff was nice, we reported what we found but they had to check the room to confirm. After they confirmed our findings they gave a different room

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

tammi

Feb 13, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joe

Business traveler

Feb 10, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi

Feb 10, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with partner

Feb 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was big nice and spacious

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenda

Business traveler

Feb 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very friendly staff.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Traveled with group

Jan 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Close to the stadium

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with group

Jan 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Corina, Louisville

Traveled with partner

Jan 19, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Disliked: Cleanliness

Room was cold when arrived, thankfully the heat did work once turned on. Shower had hair in the tub and an old used bar of soap left in the shower. Hotel is run down and not very clean. It was an 8 min drive to Arrowhead stadium which was convenient but wouldn’t stay here again.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveler

Jan 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Jan 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Business traveler

Jan 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Nearly lost my job, because of a unplowed lot.

My work is demands that i am available during all types weather and when a winter storm comes into the area. On this occasion, i stayed two nights waiting out the storm to make a few blocks to my place of employment. I got up early to clean off my car to travel to work when i noticed that the parking lot wasn't cleaned as expected. Resulting in me being last for work, which affected my employment. Hours when by before i was able to speak with the management about my concern and I i felt that they didnt care if i was about to lose my job.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025