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Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City vs InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City is a family-focused, resort-style hotel in Village West with year-round indoor pool fun and a seasonal outdoor pool deck — good for families and groups who want on-site entertainment. InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza is an upscale full-service hotel on Country Club Plaza — for travelers after classic Plaza shopping, museum access, and formal meeting space.

Updated · about 19–24 miles apart (Margaritaville in Village West, InterContinental on the Country Club Plaza)

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

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Family-friendly · Resort pools & waterslide · Village West/attractions

Best for families and groups who want resort-style pools, waterslides and on-site entertainment close to Kansas Speedway and Legends Outlets.

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InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza, Kansas City, Missouri

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza

Plaza location · Upscale full-service · Large meeting space

Best for travelers seeking a classic Plaza address, formal meeting or event space, and proximity to museums and Plaza dining/shopping.

Quick Verdict: Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City vs InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza

When Margaritaville wins: Choose Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City if you want resort-style pool facilities (year-round indoor pool with obstacle course plus a zero-entry outdoor pool and waterslide), family-focused entertainment, and on-site casual dining and bars.

When InterContinental wins: Choose InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza if you need a Country Club Plaza address, many meeting rooms and large conference/ballroom space, private balconies in many rooms, and a more traditional upscale downtown-adjacent hotel experience.

Bottom line: Pick Margaritaville for family pool fun and Village West attractions; pick InterContinental for Plaza location, larger meeting facilities, and a more classic upscale hotel stay.

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Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City vs InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza – At a Glance

Side-by-side facts for Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City and InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza
CategoryMargaritaville Hotel Kansas CityInterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza
Overall vibeCasual, family resort with a party-by-the-pool feelUpscale, classic Plaza hotel with formal meeting and event facilities
LocationVillage West entertainment district (near Kansas Speedway, Legends Outlets) — Kansas City, KSCountry Club Plaza, Kansas City, MO (Sunset Hill area) — address: 401 Ward Pkwy
Size (rooms)228 rooms, including 11 suites371 guestrooms
Ages / audienceAll ages welcome; primary guest must be 21+ at check-inAll ages welcome (not adults-only)
Pools & water featuresYear-round heated indoor pool with NINJACROSS obstacle course and rock-climbing wall; seasonal zero-entry outdoor pool with waterslide and cabanasOutdoor seasonal pool and children's pool listed; seasonal operation noted
Restaurants & barsMultiple on-site options (LandShark Bar & Grill, poolside 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill, LandShark Lobby Bar, Joe Merchant's Coffee)One restaurant (American Slang) plus a poolside bar and 1 coffee shop/cafe listed
Spa & wellnessNo spa on property (listed as 'No spa')Not published
Meetings & eventsAbout 14,000+ sq ft of meeting/event space; ballrooms for up to ~300 guestsApproximately 29,000 sq ft of conference space and 18 meeting rooms (ballroom options)
Known forPool-centric family entertainment and resort-style features at Village WestCountry Club Plaza address, classic hotel services and large event facilities
Parking & accessOn-site self-parking ($20/night) and valet ($25/night); EV charging availableSelf parking (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge) available

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Location: Village West family fun vs Plaza access

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Location

Margaritaville sits in Village West, close to Kansas Speedway, Legends Outlets and Children’s Mercy Park.

  • Short drive to Kansas Speedway and Legends Outlets; the hotel’s address is in Kansas City, KS.
  • Village West is an entertainment/shopping cluster — useful for race weekends and Sporting KC matches.
  • Car travel is the practical option; public transit to downtown attractions is limited.

If you want to be near Speedway, outlet shopping, and family attractions, Margaritaville’s Village West location is more convenient.

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza – Location

InterContinental sits on Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, MO, within walking distance of Plaza fountains and local museums.

  • Within about a 15-minute walk of the Fountain of Neptune and JC Nichols Memorial Fountain.
  • Close to art destinations like the Kemper Museum and Nelson-Atkins Museum (short drives or longer walks).
  • Better for travelers who want shopping, dining, and museums on the Plaza rather than sports/entertainment complexes in Village West.

Choose InterContinental for the Plaza experience and easy access to museums and Plaza dining.

Rooms: balcony options vs traditional Plaza rooms

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Rooms

Margaritaville has 228 rooms, many with private balconies and several suites with walk-out access to the pool.

  • Room types include Deluxe Room, Premium Room (Patio), multiple suites and special Jimmy Buffett suite names.
  • Some ground-floor suites have walk-out decks for direct pool access.
  • Rooms are designed around pool views and easy access to resort amenities.

Rooms at Margaritaville emphasize pool access and casual resort layouts — good for families and pool-focused stays.

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza – Rooms

InterContinental provides 371 guestrooms, many with private balconies and premium bedding.

  • Rooms feature down comforters, premium bedding and private balconies in many units (per supplier listing).
  • Room types and specific suite names are not listed in the supplier facts provided.
  • The hotel aims for a classic upscale guestroom standard suitable for business and leisure travelers.

InterContinental’s rooms lean toward traditional upscale comfort with Plaza views and balcony options.

Dining & drinks: casual poolside food vs Plaza brasserie

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Dining & drinks

Margaritaville centers around casual, family-friendly dining and pool bars.

  • LandShark Bar & Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with pool views and a menu of American tavern fare.
  • Poolside 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill offers frozen drinks and light bites; Joe Merchant’s handles coffee and grab-and-go.
  • In-room dining is available and venues host live music and events seasonally.

Expect relaxed, play-friendly dining and poolside cocktails at Margaritaville.

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza – Dining & drinks

InterContinental features American Slang, a brasserie-style restaurant, plus a poolside bar and room service.

  • American Slang functions as the main restaurant and bar; room service is available during limited hours.
  • Full breakfasts are offered on weekends for a fee; one coffee shop/cafe is listed on property.
  • Dining fits a more formal Plaza hotel pattern — brasserie, lounge and room service rather than a resort pool lineup.

InterContinental’s dining is more formal and Plaza-oriented compared with Margaritaville’s pool-driven options.

Pools & signature amenity: dual pools and family activities vs seasonal Plaza pool

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Pools & signature amenity

Pools are the core draw at Margaritaville: a year-round indoor play pool plus a seasonal outdoor resort pool.

  • Indoor heated pool open year-round with NINJACROSS obstacle course, rock-climbing wall and basketball hoop.
  • Outdoor zero-entry pool is seasonal and includes a waterslide, waterfall, in-water seating, fire pits and cabanas.
  • Day passes and cabana rentals are available to non-guests (fees apply).

If pools and kid-focused water features matter, Margaritaville is the stronger choice.

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza – Pools & signature amenity

InterContinental offers an outdoor seasonal pool and a children's pool listed among amenities.

  • Outdoor pool operates seasonally (supplier listing specifies seasonal outdoor pool and pool sun loungers).
  • Poolside bar is available; pool details emphasize a quieter Plaza setting rather than large water attractions.
  • The pool supports leisure stays but does not match Margaritaville’s indoor play features.

InterContinental has a seasonal pool suited to Plaza guests, but not the indoor water-park features Margaritaville offers.

Wellness & nightlife: gym and arcade vs fitness and Plaza evenings

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City – Wellness & nightlife

Margaritaville combines a branded fitness center with family entertainment and casual nightlife.

  • Fins Up! Fitness Center is available to guests (some listings show 24-hour access).
  • Fin City Family Entertainment Center arcade sits near the indoor pool for kids and families.
  • On-site bars and live-music programming provide evening entertainment without leaving the hotel.

Margaritaville pairs exercise options with family entertainment and casual evening music.

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza – Wellness & nightlife

InterContinental provides a 24-hour fitness facility plus bar/lounge options tied to the Plaza evening scene.

  • 24-hour fitness facility and a bar/lounge are listed; common areas include a fireplace in the lobby.
  • Plaza restaurants and bars are steps away for evening dining and nightlife off-property.
  • The hotel’s atmosphere supports business travel, romantic weekends and museum visits as much as nights out.

InterContinental is better if you want a traditional fitness center plus Plaza nightlife and dining within walking distance.

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, waterslide, arcade and family-friendly programming.

Best for Plaza location & museums
InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza, Kansas City, Missouri

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza

InterContinental — walkable to Plaza fountains, shops and nearby museums.

Best for meetings & events
InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza, Kansas City, Missouri

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza

InterContinental — roughly 29,000 sq ft of conference space and 18 meeting rooms.

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

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

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

Frequently asked questions

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City vs InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza: FAQs

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Which hotel is better for a family with young children?

Margaritaville — it has year-round indoor pool activities, an outdoor waterslide and an on-site arcade geared toward kids.

Which hotel is closer to Country Club Plaza attractions and museums?

InterContinental Kansas City at The Plaza — it sits on the Plaza within walking distance of fountains and nearby museums.

Do either hotel include breakfast in standard rates?

Neither property is guaranteed to include breakfast in standard rates; InterContinental notes weekend full breakfasts are available for a fee, and Margaritaville charges a la carte at LandShark.

Can I use Margaritaville’s pools without staying overnight?

Yes — Margaritaville offers day passes for non-guests (fees apply) including access to pool areas and some amenities.

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