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Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Independence with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Indoor pool, open 7 AM to 11 PM, sun loungers
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Property amenity
At Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence, an IHG Hotel, experience the perfect blend of fun and relaxation. Unwind in the spa tub or by the indoor pool with sun loungers, enjoy a snack from the deli or barbecue grills nearby. With amenities like a gym and arcade/game room to keep you entertained, plus helpful staff who ensure your comfort.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room amenity

Studio, 1 King Bed (Communications, Roll-In Shower)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
4545 S Trace Park Court, Independence, MO, 64057

What's nearby

  • Cable Dahmer Arena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Centerpoint Medical Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Kauffman Stadium - 9 min drive - 13.2 km
  • GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium - 10 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Kansas City Zoo - 18 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

  • Lee's Summit Station - 17 min drive
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freddy’s - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Topsy's Popcorn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG

Hotel in a shopping district
Consider a stay at Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG and take advantage of an arcade/game room, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a business center and a snack bar/deli.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and barbecue grills
  • A 24-hour front desk, a billiards/pool table, and a foosball table
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 89 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Kitchens, full-sized refrigerators/freezers, and dishwashers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25.00 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of USD 25.00 per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 50.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: USD 25.00 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 75 mi (120 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 11 PM
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7 AM–11 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG?

As of Sept 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG on Sept 8, 2025 start from CA $129.34, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 25.00 per day and a fee of USD 25.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG located?

Situated in the entertainment district, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Cable Dahmer Arena and Centerpoint Community Ice. Centerpoint Medical Center is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 443 out of 669 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 669 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 669 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 669 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 669 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very basic hotel, but served the purpose
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ladesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, rooms were very clean and smelt good.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best hotel for Independence and Lees Summit. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a stop over on a long trip
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very nice stay !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renes

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was pleased with the suite, cleanliness and amenities. There was a noise coming from the refrigerated which occurred almost all night, like every 20-30 minutes and the humming from the bathroom fan which we could not turn off.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and within walking distance of a few restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Only complaint I have is they never came to clean our room. We only stayed 2 night but everything else was pretty clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was walking distance to arena and food places!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had asked for a room as close as possible to the entrance due to the fact that my spouse has trouble walking too far and was very satisfied with the room we were given. We felt very welcome by the staff. We liked the location being off the main road also.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ceiling and walls a little thin an can hear walking above and next room
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence was excellent. It was the cleanest hotel we've been in, housekeeping did an excellent job. Checkin and checkout was easy and the staff were friendly. No complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Waited in the lobby for an hour and 20 mins to check into our room. Frustrating as 15 plus other people all were able to check into theirs. Got to the room and tv didn't work. Room was clean and bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disappointed about no morning breakfast, I thought I read there was one but must have misread .
Went to the royals game it was a short drive there all highway,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean abd staff was nice nice
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very clean and quiet place .my third time here , no complaints.thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ceaira M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and a great walking trail loved our stay there
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024