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Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City vs Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City is a family-friendly, resort-style hotel in Village West focused on pools, activities, and casual dining; this guide is for travelers who want a relaxed, activity-rich stay with kids. Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City is a large regional casino hotel aimed at guests who prioritize gaming, nightlife, and 24-hour casino services.

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Indoor activity pool with suspended obstacle course at Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Family-friendly · Indoor + outdoor pools & waterslide · Village West location

Best for families and guests who want resort pools, waterslides, poolside dining, and kid-friendly activities.

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Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City, Kansas City (MO), Missouri

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City

Casino & gaming · 24-hour services · On-site restaurants & bars

Best for guests who prioritize casino gaming, nightlife, and round-the-clock entertainment.

Quick Verdict: Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City vs Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City

When Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City wins: choose Margaritaville if you’re traveling with children or want resort-style pools (year-round indoor + seasonal outdoor with waterslide), poolside bars, and family entertainment like an arcade and obstacle course.

When Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City wins: choose Ameristar if your trip is centered on gambling, late-night food and drink, or a casino atmosphere and you want a hotel that supports 24-hour front-desk and on-site gaming.

Bottom line: pick Margaritaville for a family-focused, activity-heavy stay in Village West; pick Ameristar for a more adult-oriented trip focused on casino gaming and evening entertainment.

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Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City vs Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City and Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City
CategoryMargaritaville Hotel Kansas CityAmeristar Casino Hotel Kansas City
Overall vibeFamily-friendly, resort-style, activity-focusedCasino-driven, entertainment and gaming-focused
LocationVillage West entertainment district (near Kansas Speedway, Legends Outlets)Kansas City (MO) area with casino complex and easy car access
Size (rooms)228 rooms, including 11 suitesNot published
Ages / audienceAll ages welcome; primary booking guest must be 21+All ages welcome (adults-oriented casino services); primary guest age policies Not published
Pools / signature amenityHeated indoor pool open year-round (NINJACROSS obstacle course) + seasonal outdoor zero-entry pool with waterslide and cabanasCasino is the signature amenity (on-site casino and bars); pools Not published
Restaurants & barsLandShark Bar & Grill, 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill, LandShark Lobby Bar, Joe Merchant's Coffee & ProvisionsOn-site restaurants, bar(s), and coffee shop; casual dining and 24/7 vending
Spa / wellnessNo spa on-site; Fins Up! Fitness Center availableNot published
Event & meeting spaceOver 14,000 sq ft of flexible meeting/event space; ballrooms and outdoor event optionsMeeting/banquet facilities available on site
Accessibility & servicesFree Wi‑Fi, on-site parking (fees), EV charging, 24-hour front desk, laundryFree Wi‑Fi in rooms, wheelchair accessible, 24-hour front desk and security, on-site parking
Pet & parking notesPet-friendly (small pets, $75 fee, limit 2); self-parking and valet for a feeCar park on-site; service animals welcome; pet policy Not published

A Look Inside Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

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Location: Margaritaville vs Ameristar

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Location

Margaritaville sits in Village West (Kansas City, KS), close to Kansas Speedway, Legends Outlets and family attractions.

  • Address: 1491 North 98th Terrace, Kansas City, Kansas 66111
  • Walkable to Village West venues; short drive to Kansas Speedway and Children’s Mercy Park
  • Near family attractions including Great Wolf Lodge and shopping at Legends Outlets

Choose Margaritaville for a stay tightly linked to Village West attractions and family activities.

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City – Location

Ameristar is a large casino hotel in the Kansas City (MO) area serving guests drawn to gaming and on-site entertainment.

  • Address: 3200 North Ameristar Drive, Kansas City (MO), Missouri 64161
  • On-site casino and bars put evening entertainment steps from guest rooms
  • Close to Worlds of Fun and other regional attractions in Kansas City

Ameristar is positioned for guests who want easy access to casino gaming and nightlife.

Rooms: Beds and space

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Rooms

Margaritaville has 228 rooms and 11 suites, many with private balconies or patio access.

  • Room types include Deluxe Room, Premium Room (Patio/Corner), Suite (Jimmy Buffett), and multiple balcony/patio options
  • Select ground-floor suites have walk-out decks that open onto pool areas
  • Complimentary Wi‑Fi included; in-room amenities and in-room dining available

Margaritaville’s room mix is geared to families and groups wanting pool access or balcony views.

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City – Rooms

Ameristar offers a range of room types from double deluxe to suites (room list provided in supplier listing).

  • Room types include Double deluxe king bed; Deluxe Two Queen; King Mini-Suite; Junior Suite King Size Bed; Suite King size bed and others
  • Standard hotel amenities listed include Wi‑Fi and in-room refrigerators in select rooms
  • Guest services include daily housekeeping, dry cleaning, and 24-hour front desk

Ameristar provides typical full-service hotel rooms and suites alongside casino-facing services.

Dining & drinks: casual family fare vs casino options

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Dining & drinks

Margaritaville centers on casual, family-oriented dining and poolside bars.

  • LandShark Bar & Grill serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner with pool views (seats up to 300)
  • 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill is a seasonal poolside bar with frozen drinks and light bites
  • Joe Merchant's Coffee & Provisions offers coffee, pastries, sandwiches and grab-and-go items

Margaritaville is suited to families and daytime poolside dining with casual evening options.

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City – Dining & drinks

Ameristar pairs casino action with on-site restaurants, bars, and a coffee shop for 24-hour visitors.

  • On-site bar(s) and restaurants serve guests alongside the casino floor
  • Coffee shop and vending machines available for quick bites
  • Individually-wrapped food options and other guest safety measures noted

Ameristar’s dining supports long gaming hours and late-night dining needs.

Pools & signature amenity: pools and waterslides vs casino floor

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Pools & signature amenity

Margaritaville’s headline amenities are its pools and family water attractions.

  • Year-round heated indoor pool with NINJACROSS obstacle course, rock-climbing wall, and basketball hoop
  • Seasonal outdoor zero-entry pool with waterslide, waterfall, in-water seating, fire pits, hammocks, lawn games and cabanas
  • Day passes are available for non-guests for indoor and outdoor pools (prices published for day access)

If pools and water play are central to your trip, Margaritaville is the clear pick.

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City – Pools & signature amenity

Ameristar’s defining feature is its casino and related entertainment spaces rather than resort pools.

  • Casino floor and bar areas are the main on-site entertainment draw
  • Amenities emphasize gaming, 24-hour services, and late-night options
  • Other hotel services include meeting facilities and on-site parking

Ameristar is focused on gaming and evening entertainment rather than resort-style pool facilities.

Wellness, nightlife & family entertainment

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Wellness, nightlife & family entertainment

Margaritaville blends family entertainment and basic wellness with a fitness center.

  • Fins Up! Fitness Center available to guests (some sites list 24-hour access)
  • Fin City Family Entertainment Center arcade near the indoor pool
  • Family-friendly programming and restrictions on bachelor/bachelorette parties

Margaritaville balances family entertainment with a standard hotel fitness offering.

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City – Wellness, nightlife & family entertainment

Ameristar’s nighttime activity centers on the casino and bars; wellness options are more limited in listings.

  • 24-hour front desk, security, and casino operations support late-night stays
  • Tennis court listed among amenities and on-site meeting/banquet space available
  • Public areas and rooms offer Wi‑Fi and common hotel services

Choose Ameristar for late-night socializing and gaming; wellness is secondary to entertainment.

Who Wins? Best Pick by Travel Style

Best for families and kids
Hotel lobby with large blue flip-flop sculpture at Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville — indoor obstacle-course pool, outdoor waterslide, arcade and family programming.

Best for casino & nightlife
Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City, Kansas City (MO), Missouri

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City

Ameristar — on-site casino, bars, and 24-hour services for late-night entertainment.

Best for pool-focused stays
Hotel lobby seating area with coastal decor at Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville — year-round indoor pool plus seasonal zero-entry outdoor pool with cabanas and waterslide.

Best for round-the-clock services
Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City, Kansas City (MO), Missouri

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City

Ameristar — 24-hour front desk, security and casino operations support late-night arrivals and activity.

Frequently asked questions

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City vs Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City: FAQs

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Which hotel is better for a family with young children?

Margaritaville — it has an indoor pool with obstacle course and a seasonal outdoor pool with a waterslide, plus an arcade and family activities.

Which property is better for gambling and late-night entertainment?

Ameristar Casino Hotel Kansas City — the on-site casino and bars make it the choice for gaming and nightlife.

Does Margaritaville include breakfast or all‑inclusive meals?

No — breakfast at LandShark Bar & Grill is charged a la carte; the hotel is not sold as an all-inclusive property.

Can non-guests use Margaritaville’s pools?

Yes — the hotel sells day passes for pool access (indoor passes and pricing are published by the property).

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