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Best-rated
Drury Inn & Suites Independence Kansas City
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Offering air-conditioned rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, the 4-star Drury Inn & Suites Independence Kansas City Blue Springs is 4.6 km from Burr Oak Woods Nature Center and within 10 minutes' drive of Fleming Park. Also, you can use parking on site.
This Blue Springs hotel is 78 km from Gravois Mills. Guests of the property can get to the mid - size Independence Events Center Arena, which is 2.6 km away.
Drury Inn & Suites Independence Kansas City
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Drury Inn & Suites Independence Kansas City
Offering air-conditioned rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, the 4-star Drury Inn & Suites Independence Kansas City Blue Springs is 4.6 km from Burr Oak Woods Nature Center and within 10 minutes' drive of Fleming Park. Also, you can use parking on site.
This Blue Springs hotel is 78 km from Gravois Mills. Guests of the property can get to the mid - size Independence Events Center Arena, which is 2.6 km away.
Sonesta Essential Hotels & Suites Kansas City Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Featuring a vending machine and a lift, the comfortable Sonesta Essential Hotels & Suites Kansas City Blue Springs is situated next to the business district of Blue Springs and merely 1.5 km from Fleming Park. Experience air-conditioned rooms and housekeeping service and a self-serve laundry at the 2-star smoke-free hotel.
Independence Events Center Arena is about a 15-minute ride from this Blue Springs hotel, while Burr Oak Woods Nature Center is nestled about a 10-minute ride away. The Sonesta Essential Hotels & Suites Kansas City Blue Springs is 176 km from Gravois Mills. The accommodation also grants access to family attractions like KidZone Amusement Center, which are 4.1 km away.
Sonesta Essential Hotels & Suites Kansas City Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Sonesta Essential Hotels & Suites Kansas City Blue Springs
Featuring a vending machine and a lift, the comfortable Sonesta Essential Hotels & Suites Kansas City Blue Springs is situated next to the business district of Blue Springs and merely 1.5 km from Fleming Park. Experience air-conditioned rooms and housekeeping service and a self-serve laundry at the 2-star smoke-free hotel.
Independence Events Center Arena is about a 15-minute ride from this Blue Springs hotel, while Burr Oak Woods Nature Center is nestled about a 10-minute ride away. The Sonesta Essential Hotels & Suites Kansas City Blue Springs is 176 km from Gravois Mills. The accommodation also grants access to family attractions like KidZone Amusement Center, which are 4.1 km away.
La Quinta By Wyndham Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated around a 25-minute walk from Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, La Quinta By Wyndham Blue Springs Hotel features a vending machine and a lift. The hotel offers a car park on site and an outdoor swimming pool.
This 3-star hotel is about 7 km from the living history museum "Missouri Town 1855" and in close proximity to Fleming Park. 10 minutes' drive from the La Quinta, guests will also find the mid-size Independence Events Center.
La Quinta By Wyndham Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
La Quinta By Wyndham Blue Springs
Situated around a 25-minute walk from Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, La Quinta By Wyndham Blue Springs Hotel features a vending machine and a lift. The hotel offers a car park on site and an outdoor swimming pool.
This 3-star hotel is about 7 km from the living history museum "Missouri Town 1855" and in close proximity to Fleming Park. 10 minutes' drive from the La Quinta, guests will also find the mid-size Independence Events Center.
Cheap Hotels
Red Lion Inn & Suites Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
The comfortable Red Lion Inn & Suites Blue Springs offers immaculate rooms as well as a hotel fitness centre. The 3-star hotel, located just 9 minutes' walk from Pointe of Hope Church, features luggage storage.
Fleming Park is 2.9 km from here.
Red Lion Inn & Suites Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
Red Lion Inn & Suites Blue Springs
The comfortable Red Lion Inn & Suites Blue Springs offers immaculate rooms as well as a hotel fitness centre. The 3-star hotel, located just 9 minutes' walk from Pointe of Hope Church, features luggage storage.
Fleming Park is 2.9 km from here.
Courtyard Kansas City East/Blue Springs
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Offering a heated pool, Courtyard Kansas City East/Blue Springs hotel is situated in a shopping district, a 10-minute drive from Blue Spring. Highlights at this comfortable hotel include an American-style restaurant, a lounge bar and Wi-Fi in the rooms.
The hotel is also 3.6 km from KidZone Amusement Center in Blue Springs. Guests can find Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, which is a 15-minute ride away.
Courtyard Kansas City East/Blue Springs
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Courtyard Kansas City East/Blue Springs
Offering a heated pool, Courtyard Kansas City East/Blue Springs hotel is situated in a shopping district, a 10-minute drive from Blue Spring. Highlights at this comfortable hotel include an American-style restaurant, a lounge bar and Wi-Fi in the rooms.
The hotel is also 3.6 km from KidZone Amusement Center in Blue Springs. Guests can find Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, which is a 15-minute ride away.
Days Inn By Wyndham Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Indoor swimming pool
The comfortable 2-star Days Inn By Wyndham Blue Springs, located within a 2-km distance of St. John LaLande Catholic Church, boasts an indoor pool and a tennis centre.
The smoke-free hotel lies in a shopping area, within easy reach of Point of Hope. Saint Joseph is 170 km from this Blue Springs hotel. The Days Inn Blue Springs will also take you to Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, which is approximately a 10-minute ride away.
Days Inn By Wyndham Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Indoor swimming pool
Days Inn By Wyndham Blue Springs
The comfortable 2-star Days Inn By Wyndham Blue Springs, located within a 2-km distance of St. John LaLande Catholic Church, boasts an indoor pool and a tennis centre.
The smoke-free hotel lies in a shopping area, within easy reach of Point of Hope. Saint Joseph is 170 km from this Blue Springs hotel. The Days Inn Blue Springs will also take you to Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, which is approximately a 10-minute ride away.
Pet Friendly Hotels
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Eco-friendly stay
Hampton Inn Kansas City Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
The comfortable Hampton Inn Kansas City Blue Springs, located in a business area of Blue Springs, features a swimming pool along with a hot tub. Located around 10 minutes' drive from Fleming Park, the 3-star inn features a first aid kit and a first aid uniform.
Guests can easily reach 1st Christian Church Of Blue Springs within 2 km of the hotel. You can easily find Burr Oak Woods Nature Center within 15 minutes' drive of the Hampton Inn Blue Springs.
Hampton Inn Kansas City Blue Springs
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
- Indoor swimming pool
Hampton Inn Kansas City Blue Springs
The comfortable Hampton Inn Kansas City Blue Springs, located in a business area of Blue Springs, features a swimming pool along with a hot tub. Located around 10 minutes' drive from Fleming Park, the 3-star inn features a first aid kit and a first aid uniform.
Guests can easily reach 1st Christian Church Of Blue Springs within 2 km of the hotel. You can easily find Burr Oak Woods Nature Center within 15 minutes' drive of the Hampton Inn Blue Springs.
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Great deal
Motel 6-Blue Springs, Mo
Located around a 10-minute ride from Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, the 2-star Motel 6-Blue Springs, Mo provides guests with luggage storage. Highlights at this Blue Springs hotel include Wi-Fi in public areas.
KidZone Amusement Center, 4.3 km away, is definitely a must-see for family tourists in Blue Springs. The 30-acre outdoor history museum "Missouri Town 1855" also lies approximately a 15-minute ride away.
Motel 6-Blue Springs, Mo
Motel 6-Blue Springs, Mo
Located around a 10-minute ride from Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, the 2-star Motel 6-Blue Springs, Mo provides guests with luggage storage. Highlights at this Blue Springs hotel include Wi-Fi in public areas.
KidZone Amusement Center, 4.3 km away, is definitely a must-see for family tourists in Blue Springs. The 30-acre outdoor history museum "Missouri Town 1855" also lies approximately a 15-minute ride away.
Stay Sure Inn
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
Stay Sure Inn Blue Springs provides proximity to Blue Springs 8 Theater, which is located an 18-minute walk away.
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center is 2.6 km from the hotel in Blue Springs. Fleming Park can also be found 10 minutes' drive from the comfortable hotel.
Stay Sure Inn
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee facilities
Stay Sure Inn
Stay Sure Inn Blue Springs provides proximity to Blue Springs 8 Theater, which is located an 18-minute walk away.
Burr Oak Woods Nature Center is 2.6 km from the hotel in Blue Springs. Fleming Park can also be found 10 minutes' drive from the comfortable hotel.
Dog Friendly Hotels
Economy Hotel Kansas City
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
The comfortable Economy Hotel Kansas City Blue Springs provides proximity to Fleming Park, which is situated approximately a 15-minute walk away. This Blue Springs hotel also includes private parking.
Located 4.3 km from family attractions like KidZone Amusement Center, the hotel is 30 minutes’ walk from Blue Springs city centre. Sunrise Beach is 163 km from here, while Burr Oak Woods Nature Center is nearly 10 minutes' drive away. The Economy Hotel Kansas City Blue Springs is 4.7 km from the mid - size Independence Events Center Arena.
Economy Hotel Kansas City
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
Economy Hotel Kansas City
The comfortable Economy Hotel Kansas City Blue Springs provides proximity to Fleming Park, which is situated approximately a 15-minute walk away. This Blue Springs hotel also includes private parking.
Located 4.3 km from family attractions like KidZone Amusement Center, the hotel is 30 minutes’ walk from Blue Springs city centre. Sunrise Beach is 163 km from here, while Burr Oak Woods Nature Center is nearly 10 minutes' drive away. The Economy Hotel Kansas City Blue Springs is 4.7 km from the mid - size Independence Events Center Arena.
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Top location
Comfort Inn Blue Springs
The 2-star Comfort Inn Blue Springs provides proximity to Lakeview Pentecostal Church, which is located approximately a 10-minute drive away.
Also, KidZone Amusement Center is 2.5 km from this Blue Springs hotel. There is Fleming Public Park nearly a 15-minute ride away.
Comfort Inn Blue Springs
Comfort Inn Blue Springs
The 2-star Comfort Inn Blue Springs provides proximity to Lakeview Pentecostal Church, which is located approximately a 10-minute drive away.
Also, KidZone Amusement Center is 2.5 km from this Blue Springs hotel. There is Fleming Public Park nearly a 15-minute ride away.
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Guest favorite
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
€ 6.24 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Saltwater pool
The attractive Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport is located within 25 minutes' walk of The Rock of KC and features a Jacuzzi, a courtyard, and a shared lounge.
The 3-star non-smoking hotel enjoys its convenient location right near KCI Expo Center. Also, there is Faith Community Church 4.6 km from this Kansas City hotel. The Springs Aquatic Center is about a 15-minute ride away. North Ambassador and Plaza Circle Southbound bus stop is located in close proximity to the Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City.
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
€ 6.24 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Saltwater pool
Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport
The attractive Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City Airport is located within 25 minutes' walk of The Rock of KC and features a Jacuzzi, a courtyard, and a shared lounge.
The 3-star non-smoking hotel enjoys its convenient location right near KCI Expo Center. Also, there is Faith Community Church 4.6 km from this Kansas City hotel. The Springs Aquatic Center is about a 15-minute ride away. North Ambassador and Plaza Circle Southbound bus stop is located in close proximity to the Orangewood Inn & Suites Kansas City.
Kid Friendly Hotels
Waterwalk Extended Stay By Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
The 4-star residential Waterwalk Extended Stay By Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk Overland Park hotel includes air-conditioned rooms nearly a 25-minute walk from Park Place. Wi-Fi is included in the rooms.
The comfortable hotel is located in the business district of Overland Park, 2.5 km from Roe Park. Cultural sights in the area include Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, which is about 15 minutes' drive away. Overland Park 9 is around 3 km away.
Waterwalk Extended Stay By Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
Waterwalk Extended Stay By Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk
The 4-star residential Waterwalk Extended Stay By Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk Overland Park hotel includes air-conditioned rooms nearly a 25-minute walk from Park Place. Wi-Fi is included in the rooms.
The comfortable hotel is located in the business district of Overland Park, 2.5 km from Roe Park. Cultural sights in the area include Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art, which is about 15 minutes' drive away. Overland Park 9 is around 3 km away.
Drury Inn & Suites Overland Park
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located within 25 minutes' walk of Korean War Veterans Memorial, the 3-star Drury Inn & Suites Overland Park provides guests with luggage storage and baggage storage. Boasting an indoor pool and a fitness centre, this Overland Park hotel offers access to Leawood City Park, which is 4.4 km away.
At the hotel, you'll be approximately a 10-minute drive from Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center. IFLY Skydiving Center is also just near the Drury Inn & Suites Overland Park.
Drury Inn & Suites Overland Park
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Drury Inn & Suites Overland Park
Located within 25 minutes' walk of Korean War Veterans Memorial, the 3-star Drury Inn & Suites Overland Park provides guests with luggage storage and baggage storage. Boasting an indoor pool and a fitness centre, this Overland Park hotel offers access to Leawood City Park, which is 4.4 km away.
At the hotel, you'll be approximately a 10-minute drive from Johnson County Arts And Heritage Center. IFLY Skydiving Center is also just near the Drury Inn & Suites Overland Park.
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Popular choice
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
The comfortable La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill includes air-conditioned rooms approximately 25 minutes' walk from the gold-topped 19th-century Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Featuring luggage storage, the 3-star smoke-free hotel is 2.3 km from the multi-purpose Sprint Center Arena.
The 999-storey hotel is about 5 km from Charles B. Wheeler Downtown airport and about a 10-minute ride from such cultural venues as the side wheeler Arabia Steamboat Museum. The comprehensive Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, which is not far from the La Quinta Inn & Suites Kansas City, is one of nearby attractions. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Sheila Kemper Dietrich Park, located merely 1.1 km away. Entertainment in the area includes Power and Light District Concert Hall within 5 minutes' drive of the property. This Kansas City hotel is a few steps from Troost at 24th bus stop.
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill
The comfortable La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Kansas City Beacon Hill includes air-conditioned rooms approximately 25 minutes' walk from the gold-topped 19th-century Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Featuring luggage storage, the 3-star smoke-free hotel is 2.3 km from the multi-purpose Sprint Center Arena.
The 999-storey hotel is about 5 km from Charles B. Wheeler Downtown airport and about a 10-minute ride from such cultural venues as the side wheeler Arabia Steamboat Museum. The comprehensive Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, which is not far from the La Quinta Inn & Suites Kansas City, is one of nearby attractions. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Sheila Kemper Dietrich Park, located merely 1.1 km away. Entertainment in the area includes Power and Light District Concert Hall within 5 minutes' drive of the property. This Kansas City hotel is a few steps from Troost at 24th bus stop.
Hotels Downtown
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Liberty Ne Kansas City Area
- Laundry
- Hair dryer
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Indoor swimming pool
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Liberty Ne Kansas City Area features 60 rooms and lies about a 25-minute walk from The Artisan Market. The hotel offers a car park on site.
While staying in this 2-star hotel, you are invited to discover Historic Downtown Liberty Shopping Mall, located 2.2 km away, or visit sports venues like Shoal Creek Golf Course, which is 4.3 km away. The Microtel Inn & Suites is also a 10-minute ride from First Presbyterian Church of Liberty in Liberty. Standing 2.3 km away, St James Catholic Church is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination.
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Liberty Ne Kansas City Area
- Laundry
- Hair dryer
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Indoor swimming pool
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Liberty Ne Kansas City Area
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Liberty Ne Kansas City Area features 60 rooms and lies about a 25-minute walk from The Artisan Market. The hotel offers a car park on site.
While staying in this 2-star hotel, you are invited to discover Historic Downtown Liberty Shopping Mall, located 2.2 km away, or visit sports venues like Shoal Creek Golf Course, which is 4.3 km away. The Microtel Inn & Suites is also a 10-minute ride from First Presbyterian Church of Liberty in Liberty. Standing 2.3 km away, St James Catholic Church is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination.
The Truitt
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Massage
- Terrace
Situated only a 6-minute walk from the 4-star smoke-free The Truitt Hotel Kansas City, guests can reach Rush Hour in no time.
The elegant hotel is just 0.6 km from The Nelson-Atkins Encyclopedic Museum of Art and the 176 - acre Penn Valley Park is 3.3 km away. Westport is reachable 16 minutes' walk away. The Truitt Kansas City stands in the immediate vicinity of All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. The hotel offers a convenient location 5 km away from Charles B. Wheeler Downtown airport.
The Truitt
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Massage
- Terrace
The Truitt
Situated only a 6-minute walk from the 4-star smoke-free The Truitt Hotel Kansas City, guests can reach Rush Hour in no time.
The elegant hotel is just 0.6 km from The Nelson-Atkins Encyclopedic Museum of Art and the 176 - acre Penn Valley Park is 3.3 km away. Westport is reachable 16 minutes' walk away. The Truitt Kansas City stands in the immediate vicinity of All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. The hotel offers a convenient location 5 km away from Charles B. Wheeler Downtown airport.
Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
The comfortable Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence includes air-conditioned rooms situated within 6 km of Leila's Hair Museum. The 4-star smoke-free hotel boasts a heated pool with a hot tub.
Guests staying at this Independence hotel will find themselves around a 15-minute drive from Bingham Waggoner Estate. Adventure Oasis Water Park is 4.7 km from the accommodation.
Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Sun terrace
Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence
The comfortable Stoney Creek Hotel Kansas City - Independence includes air-conditioned rooms situated within 6 km of Leila's Hair Museum. The 4-star smoke-free hotel boasts a heated pool with a hot tub.
Guests staying at this Independence hotel will find themselves around a 15-minute drive from Bingham Waggoner Estate. Adventure Oasis Water Park is 4.7 km from the accommodation.
5 Star Hotels in Blue Springs
My Place Hotel-Kansas City/Independence Mo
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the comfortable 2-star My Place Hotel-Kansas City/Independence Mo also has amenities such as a convenience shop and luggage storage.
Nearby places of interest include Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, located within 5 km of the smoke-free hotel, and Waterfall Park, which is approximately a 25-minute walk away. Guests can also reach the mid - size Independence Events Center Arena within a 20-minute walk.
My Place Hotel-Kansas City/Independence Mo
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
My Place Hotel-Kansas City/Independence Mo
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, the comfortable 2-star My Place Hotel-Kansas City/Independence Mo also has amenities such as a convenience shop and luggage storage.
Nearby places of interest include Burr Oak Woods Nature Center, located within 5 km of the smoke-free hotel, and Waterfall Park, which is approximately a 25-minute walk away. Guests can also reach the mid - size Independence Events Center Arena within a 20-minute walk.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hotels in Blue Springs, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Drury Inn & Suites Independence Kansas City |
9.4 / 10 (519 Reviews) |
From 129$ | |
| Sonesta Essential Hotels & Suites Kansas City Blue Springs |
7.5 / 10 (282 Reviews) |
From 59$ | |
| La Quinta By Wyndham Blue Springs |
7.9 / 10 (550 Reviews) |
From 89$ | |
| Red Lion Inn & Suites Blue Springs |
6.7 / 10 (228 Reviews) |
From 74$ | |
| Courtyard Kansas City East/Blue Springs |
8.0 / 10 (104 Reviews) |
From 119$ |