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The Fontaine

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near University of Missouri-Kansas City

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Terrace/patio
Presidential Suite | Bathroom
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Lounge

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
901 W. 48th Place, Kansas City, MO, 64112
  • University of Missouri-Kansas City
    17 min walk
  • Kansas City Art Institute
    19 min walk
  • Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art
    2 min drive
  • Kansas City, MO (MKC-Charles B. Wheeler Downtown)
    10 min drive

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Suite (Fontaine)

  • 59.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | Living room

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, Accessible

  • 60.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed (Traditional King Hearing Impaired)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite, Accessible (Hearing Impaired)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Traditional Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Traditional Room, 2 Double Beds (Hearing Impaired)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

Hilton Kansas City Country Club Plaza

Pool
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, (1015)
The price is CA $334
per night
CA $401 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hilton Kansas City Country Club Plaza

About the area

Kansas City

West Plaza stay.Your stay at this West Plaza hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of Missouri-Kansas City and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Also, Crown Center is within 3 miles (5 km) and Kansas City Convention Center is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Missouri-Kansas City - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • University of Kansas Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Crown Center - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • T-Mobile Center - 7 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • City Market Tram Stop - 9 min drive
  • Kansas City Union Station - 12 min drive
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Made In Kansas City Marketplace - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jack Stack Barbecue - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Cheesecake Factory - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Fontaine

4.5-star luxury hotel near University of Missouri-Kansas City
The Fontaine offers its guests a health club and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and 15 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 17000 square feet (1579 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury The Fontaine. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Kansas City hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 132 guestrooms or units
  • 17000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1579 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2013
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Fontaine offers 132 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels, pay movies, and Netflix. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured covered self parking on site (USD 25 per day)
  • Secured covered valet parking on site (USD 30 per day)
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free shopping center shuttle

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–1:00 PM on weekends: USD 10-26 for adults and USD 3-10 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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 available
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 11.85 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 26 for adults, and USD 3 to 10 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 25 per day
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 30 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Sorella
Fontaine Hotel Kansas City
Sorella Country Club Plaza
Sorella Hotel
Fontaine Kansas City
The Fontaine Hotel
The Fontaine Kansas City
The Fontaine Hotel Kansas City

The Fontaine Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 629 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1006 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1006 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda Rene

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but if I am ever back in the area I will definitely stay here again! The staff was awesome! Sure friendly and helpful. The complementary contain needs to be on the menu. Absolutely delicious! Very clean and great location. The pool area was great! Didn’t eat at the restaurant but look good. We did order room service for some crème brule and it was yummy and they were very fast getting to us!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Fontaine is INCREDIBLE and a MUST stay whenever I am in Kansas City! The staff are SO gracious, friendly and WONDERFUL and the rooftop bar is spectacular!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel
Wonderful staff. Clean, comfortable with modern look. Beautiful pool. Great location but rooms on the 2nd floor are a little loud as expected for a city street.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was definitely a great vibe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahsheda

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahsheda

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved everything about my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

K Hanae

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Leanna

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Nice hotel, staff was very friendly and helpful. The room was nice, but the mattress was terrible, they definitely need to be replaced, especially for that room rate.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

hannah

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

jennifer

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful hotel. Limited staff around pool. Front desk very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Stay was ok
Room was clean, bed was semi comfortable. We were not fans of the hotel restaurant, food was fair.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Terrible experience on all fronts - smells after cleaning and air conditioning is old
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

alisa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was comfortable. There were several loose handles and hooks.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay Best breakfast Pool was so nice on rooftop Recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chanel

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great apot
Great spot in the heart of the plaza. Close to everywhere we wanted to be. Just a great spot
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bentley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024