Experience a Romantic Getaway at a Top Kansas City Plaza Hotel
Southmoreland is an elegant self-service hotel on the Plaza. It offers discerning travelers a perfect location for experiencing all that Kansas City, Missouri has to offer including fine dining, unrivaled barbecue, world-class shopping, incredible fine arts, and local culture. No matter how long you stay, it’s the Kansas City Plaza’s best hotel for a romantic getaway, friends’ weekend, family reunion, and more.
Local Dining
Our convenient location affords you countless options for dining, whether noon or night. Stroll down to one of the many restaurants on the Kansas City plaza and enjoy fine dining, casual fare, or barbecue all within a short walk from the Inn. For those interested in venturing out further, the area offers a variety of dining options many of which are within a 10-15 minute drive or cab ride. For inspiration, check out our curated list of favorite local restaurants.
If dinner has satisfied your hunger but not your desire for more, you might consider a performance at one of Kansas City’s many local theatre venues or seek out a venue featuring local jazz artists.
Whatever your evening entails, be assured that Southmoreland on the Plaza will be a peaceful respite to which you may return:
- Enjoy the features your room boasts…a serene fire in one of our wood-burning fireplaces, relaxation in a two-person jetted tub, or the peace of the outdoors on your private deck.
- Play a game in one of our common areas or peruse a magazine in your room or on the main floor.
Violet Vergara
19:13 31 Jul 22
This is a lovey place but extremely pricey for what you get. Finding parking for a midsized car was extremely... difficult. There was nothing offered for breakfast other than coffee. One would think, considering the price of the accommodations, that there would be, at the very least, a variety of sweet rolls or something similar. I believe if you’re going to spend this amount of money for a room ($786.00 for three nights) that there would be a continental breakfast included. Also surprising was the added cleaning fee. This is a hotel after all.Why is there a cleaning fee?My room was very small and hot. You do not have the ability to control the temperature in your room. My room was too hot and the room my Daughter occupied was too cold. The lighting in my bathroom was so dim it was difficult to apply my makeup. The tub did not drain well and the toilet was the perfect size for a child. The fan in my Daughters bathroom was connected to the light switch. It was noisy and could not be turned off without turning the light off.Was it worth the price??? I don’t think so!!!read more
Ivy Antunes
03:20 05 Jul 22
Super cute rooms, the common spaces were beautiful although we didn't really use them for our short stay. Parking was... easy for my compact car in the back lot, I could see a bigger vehicle having trouble. We were able to walk into town pretty easily for dinner. We checked in with a code provided with our reservation so we didn't interact with any staff during our stay. The shower was difficult to figure out how to turn on but got hot easily and had good pressure. They provide robes which is very thoughtful. I also like that they have a black towel for people who wear makeup, they had a lot of small thoughtful touches. I wish they had more rooms with two smaller beds as I was travelling with family but we made it work with a shared king, the bed was huge so it was fine. Our room also had a lovely balcony.read more
Jamie Rife
13:00 12 Jun 22
Had a wonderful time there during my business trip to Kansas City last week. I stayed in the August Meyer room, and it... was very quiet and comfortable, so much so that I slept through a couple of thunderstorms and a tornado, as it passed nearby. As others have noted, the parking spaces behind the home are tiny, so drive a compact or intermediate car if you can, since navigating a larger SUV in and out is very difficult without hitting the other vehicles or the rock retainer walls and protruding AC unit along the narrow drive way. But it is what it is...built for horse and buggy in the old days with the carriage house, and not for modern vehicles. That aside, Southmoreland is now my new go-to lodging for future business trips in KC's downtown cultural and museum district.read more
Justin Bartholome
19:29 01 Jun 22
Southmoreland on the Plaza is truly a hidden oasis in Kansas City! Such a unique stay and beautiful property, and the... location could not be any better. Despite them no longer offering food services, it still a lovely stay. My girlfriend and I got to try out all the restaurants on the Plaza instead! 🙂 Staff was very friendly and responsive as well, highly recommended!read more
FJ Butter
15:29 31 May 22
We had three lovely nights at this inn and were thoroughly impressed! Elegant but still makes you feel right at home. ... Bed was very comfortable and we enjoyed the veranda especially with all its windows over-looking the patio and manicured grounds. So close to the plaza, art museum, restaurants and pubs we could walk to. Staff was especially friendly and helpful. We will definitely go back again!!read more
Noah Scheidel
16:12 10 Apr 22
Excellent B&B. Rooms and other facilities are cozy and very well kept. Location is conveniently close to shops and... restaurants. Parking spaces are tight, so don't bring the pick-up!read more
musicmattersblog
23:21 18 Mar 22
My husband and I booked a room here last minute when we ended up in KC unexpectedly. The location is perfect for... walking to the Plaza! The room we had was spacious with a comfortable bed. There was a fireplace, but no matches or lighter on hand to light it. The jacuzzi tub was relaxing. Since it’s an old house, the walls and floors are pretty thin, making for quite a bit of noise when other guests were walking above us or talking on the landing. Other than that, our short stay was wonderful and we would recommend it!read more
Juan Leguizamon
13:09 16 Mar 22
Stayed at Southmoreland on the Plaza recently and it was my first time at a bed & breakfast-style lodging. The house... was in a great location and the rooms were perfectly cozy, it felt like I was home. We ran into a few other guests one day and everyone was very friendly. I want to try out a few of the other room options as I'm sure they are just as comfortable. Oh, and the bed was the most comfortable bed I've slept in. We even reached out to the team and asked which mattresses and bedding they used so we can replicate it at home. Definitely recommend staying here!read more
Katy
21:26 14 Mar 22
Easy check in. Very nice room and cheaper than hotels in the area. If we go back to KC we would definitely stay again.
Edward Gilliland
01:30 11 Mar 22
We had been to the Southmoreland when it was a B&B and have fond memories. We stayed in the Kelsey Coates room it was... very clean along with the bathroom, we really appreciated that. The fan in the bathroom was very loud and did nothing for the humidity after we showered. We had read in the reviews that there was wine tasting and we were expecting that. My husband thought it was overpriced for a self service hotel. It was a relaxing weekend with a walk to the Nelson and the Plaza for dinner both nights we were there.read more
Christa Cooper
16:56 23 Feb 22
We stayed in the George Kessler suite in the Carriage House. First - it was exactly as pictured online, perhaps even... better. Quaint, beautiful, well-appointed - the bedding was cozy, crystal glassware and ice bucket with an old-fashioned real silver spoon, a lovely coffee/tea set-up. The bathroom was huge and the jacuzzi tub for 2 was perfect. Best of all though was the responsiveness of the staff when needed - for a self-service hotel, they were still quite available and communicated in advance with me about early check-in, calling me to confirm my special requests, and when we decided on the day of check-out that we just couldn't leave and wanted to stay another day - they handled it immediately. This is a historical home - it's not all 'brand new' quality in terms of carpet, the club chairs had some wear... and it all just added to the charm of our stay. Throwing open the doors to our martini deck and sitting outside enjoying wine in the evening and coffee in the morning was PERFECTION. We had a fire in our small wood-burning stove each night. If you are in KC and want a staycation that truly feels like you have left town and gotten away, this is your spot.read more
Luke D
18:13 15 Feb 22
Very well located, close to all the entertainment and dining you could ask for. The property is clean, well maintained... and so so very comfortable. It felt like we were in a guest room in a mansion being pampered as opposed to a hotel room.We stayed in the Clara and Russell Stover room, a cute little book gave us interesting facts about the room’s namesakes, attractions like the Nelson Atkins museum of art, the Country Club Plaza and downtown Kansas City in general. The bed was extremely comfy, very nice soft sheets and blankets, none of that scratchy wool hotel blanket stuff here.The bathtub. Oh. The bathtub. It bubbled your day away. I’m 6’5” and a definitely not a small guy and fit in very comfortably (not something I’m accustomed to).We’ll be returning as soon as we can. Fantastic place, easy check in and out process and the staff were absolutely wonderful.read more
Heather Eichman
17:31 14 Feb 22
We were excited to try Southmoreland this weekend, but we were so disappointed with our experience. Poor parking... (parking lot behind the house was difficult to maneuver), lack of amenities, no staff on hand, poor noise insulation between rooms. Our room was much smaller than we expected it to be. No full length mirror in the room and our coffee maker did not work. For the cost of our stay, it was not worth it. We have stayed at other B & B's and boutique hotels together and this was the most disappointing. I imagine it was better when it was a B & B. We will not be back.read more
Kelly Work
18:18 18 Jan 22
Quiet and comfortable. Very "homey". Like visiting grandma's but with wifi. Really pleasant stay. Will definitely... returnread more
Johann S
13:14 14 Jan 22
Last year we visited it was amazing. Wine tasting when we got there, breakfast of perfection etc.This year nothing.... Our pillows in the August room were horrible. Change the B&B to just bed if your not seeing breakfast.Yet your business charged more for less.Not coming back.read more
Johnny Viebrock
17:36 03 Jan 22
The Southmoreland is a Gem! As of Jan. 2nd, 2022, it is a boutique hotel, no food served anymore. Short on Staff. ... However, rooms now have mini-fridge and easy access to dozens of restaurants. Uber Eats, very handy. As for the rest of the place, we have stayed in 5 of the 14 rooms. Each one was uniquely different, but most AWESOMELY! furnished. There are ceiling fans, windows, and extra radiant heaters in each of the rooms we have stayed. As others have said no temp control for individual room has been a problem, we were able to make the room comfortable as needed very easily. The staff members are very Professional. We love this place and is our local "Getaway" location. Parking is best for small cars.read more
Chris Berg
15:02 03 Jan 22
What a lovely place the Southmoreland is! My wife and I stayed for 2 days and 3 nights at the beginning of our winter... holiday break. What a great way to get things kicked off. I felt like I was transported back to a more civilized and friendly time in a quaint east coast town. The rooms were very comfortable and nice. The evening Happy Hour and morning continental breakfast were so nice, in the front room with the fireplace. The Southmoreland is in walking distance of the Plaza shops and restaurants so going out with my wife was even more relaxing. I highly suggest looking into a stay here if you need to relax and center yourself after a stressful and busy time. The staff was wonderful and my wife and I had just a lovely time!read more
Claire
15:38 19 Sep 21
This B and B is awesome. The interior and exterior design is on point. It's a relaxing, quaint getaway. There are... private balconies attached to some rooms and the happy hour is fabulous. My husband booked it as a surprise, and surprised I was. The outdoor patio and garden is beautiful with a waterfall and outdoor fireplace. The communication with staff was more than excellent. I would stay again. Thank you.read more
Tammy Vietti
14:03 20 Jun 21
Truly a fantastic experience. Incredibly close to the Plaza, but secluded enough that you don’t “hear” the city. Staff... was extremely helpful and friendly. Accommodations were second to none!read more
Eric Frantz
21:46 18 Jun 21
Absolutely fantastic place to say. Everything you want out of a B and B. Great location. Book in advance!
Charles Matthew Smit
16:16 11 Jun 21
Cozy, friendly space at a reasonable price. Breakfast and coffee were exceptional, room was spacious, quiet, and... extraordinarily comfortable. Jacuzzi was only generously big enough for two, but that can be a feature as much as a bug.read more
Matthew Matternas
17:52 06 Jun 21
Beautiful Bed and Breakfast and very nice staff. The room was very nice, however, it was uncomfortably warm and there... was little the staff could do to lower the temperature as the AC was for the whole floor and rooms don’t have the ability to control their own temperature. The room (Col Robert Van Horne) really needed a window AC unit. The staff was very nice when we brought this to their attention but they could only offer another fan, which simply pushed warm air around.read more
Amanda Bair
21:51 20 May 21
The Southmoreland provides a delightful stay for corporate guests with a fantastic rate. I hate staying in hotels so... this was a really great alternative that was even cheaper than a hotel.The Inn is beautiful and the grounds are magnificent! The rooms were very clean. The bed and pillows were comfortable.It was quiet and no street noise or loud city noise. The only thing I heard was the people staying in the room above me on the last night.My only complaint is that in the Carriage house bottom floor suite there is a huge window right above the bed with no shades. It made me a little uncomfortable as there is another building with windows that could see into the room. I would not change clothes any where near the window. If they could include some shades I think that would better.The breakfast during the week was good and I would not really consider this continental as they do, because it was better than anything you would get at a hotel! It was delicious! Since I was traveling for work I was the only one in the dining area because it was so early. It was a great way to start my day!The Inn keeper, I think her name was Emily was so nice and such a delight! She helped me whenever I needed it and answered my questions.It's also a short walk down the street and through a park to the Plaza area. Lots of restaurants and stores to visit.I would highly recommend the Southmoreland to anyone visiting Kansas City!!!read more
Tonya Jackson
14:06 16 Apr 21
This is an amazing experience nestled quaintly in Plaza. The staff were exceptional with their service and attention to... details. We are definitely planning a trip back.read more
Megan Lynxwiler
16:25 07 Mar 21
We had our wedding at the Southmoreland Inn, so we had almost all of the inn booked and the communication from the... staff was so great! They were supportive leading up to the reservation and the weekend of events. The inn was beautiful and we all enjoyed ourselves! Highly recommend for a smaller covid friendly wedding!read more
K. W.
18:49 17 Feb 21
This WAS a super cute, unique place to sequester away. I understand the desire to remodel, but you completely grayed... out all the beautiful character that this place was known for. Now, it's just like all the other modern gray boxes.read more
NotTheAverageGamerz
15:23 15 Feb 21
Never had stayed at a bed and breakfast before , but ended up staying here with my girlfriend for Valentines day . We... had a great time! The room was clean and very nice , and the jacuzzi tub was very relaxing. It was also around -2 degrees outside and the room was nice and warm.read more
Alexander Vallar
23:43 08 Feb 21
Simply, the best bed and breakfast in Kansas City! I've had multiple family members stay here, and the experience is... always magnificent. The owners are amazing human beings and very talented chefs! It is perfectly located in the Plaza Westport District and within walking distance of multiple iconic Kansas City attractions. For those looking for the perfect place to house family, a staycation, or new to Kansas City is the place to stay!read more
Cherokee Carney
17:37 06 Jan 21
Location was awesome: near the art museum, on the beautiful plaza, walking distance to the art museum, cafes, breakfast... places, bars, the river, restaurants, and tons of shopping. The surrounding architecture is awesome. The room and house was clean, cute, and exceeded expectations. The hosts had plenty of thoughtful touches including parking, Kansas City panflets, and breakfast. The stay was just lovely. I highly recommend.read more
Ethan Kossover
03:13 06 Jan 21
Very nice stay. Room was cozy and very clean. Unique housing set up made it a fun experience. Parking is a bit tight if... you have a larger vehicle. Would definitely come back again.read more
Andrew Schupick
00:25 28 Dec 20
It's a very nice B&B at a reasonable price. Easy walk to the Plaza or the art museum. The hotel itself feels nice with... good security measures. The parking though is not great, So be 0re0ared to park along the street which can feel pretty cramped because of the large apartment complex across the street.read more
Judith Weinkauff
12:23 05 Dec 20
Such a relaxing,cozy B&B. Location to plaza is convenient. The historical ambiance makes you feel right at home, but... with with modern luxury.Highly recommend.read more
David Rose
22:16 22 Oct 20
They are super friendly, helpful and the inn is fantastic. Sitting out on the deck enjoying the nice fall day.
Dallas Howard
17:56 10 Sep 20
We stayed here about a month ago. My wife absolutely love it! It was squeeky clean and very cozy. There were several... public places both inside and out that were very warm and inviting to hang out in. The shake they give you at breakfast to go along with your meal was very good. It's located in a great place.read more
Lisa Marshall
17:37 30 Aug 20
What a gem this place is! We only stayed one night because we were passing through but we will definitely be back to... visit Kansas City and this wonderful Bed and Breakfast! We took pictures of the sheets and mattress because they were absolutely luxurious and the breakfast was delicious! I’ve stayed at lots of Bed and Breakfasts through the years but this one takes the prize! So thankful we were able to spend our last night of a two week adventure in such a wonderful spot!read more
Paulina Colton
02:02 06 Jul 20
Great B&B! Loved the rooms: very clean & cozy. Also, loved that you can log into the TV into most any streaming service... if you wanted. Convenient location near the Plaza & Nelson-Atkins museum. Very tasty breakfast. Overall, great experience!read more
Nearby Attractions
Whether you are staying at the Inn for several days or just one night, there are many nearby attractions for all interests.
Lunch & Shopping—Stroll down to the Country Club Plaza, take in the Moorish architecture of one the nation’s original outdoor shopping districts, or see if you can find many of the fountains to which Kansas City lays claim.
Arts & Culture—Walk over to the acclaimed Nelson Atkins Museum or Kemper Museum of Modern Art, or consider one of the many historical museums in downtown Kansas City such as the National World War I Museum or the Steamboat Arabia Museum.
Outdoors—Enjoy walking the Kansas City Sculpture Park, the Kauffman Memorial Garden, or the Gorman Conservation Discovery Center.
Southmoreland on the Plaza is a convenient launching pad for each of these activities—or a place to simply unwind and reconnect in the luxurious comfort of your room and common areas of the Inn.
Amenities
Enjoy a slew of refined hotel amenities in each of our 12 rooms and 2 Carriage House suites. Any guest room you select will include:
- Private bath with tub & shower (some with a jacuzzi and bath salts)
- King, California King or Queen-sized beds with 12-inch cool gel memory foam mattresses
- Luxury bed linens & pillows (both down alternative & fiberfill)
- Terry-lined bathrobes
- Top-shelf William Roam toiletries
- Sleep-sound machine
- Flat-screen televisions
- Complimentary high-speed WiFi
- An assortment of games, magazines, and books in parlor
Many guest rooms also feature a private outdoor deck or a fireplace stocked with wood available for use October 15–April 14.
Check Out Our Full List of Luxury Amenities
