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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
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Property amenity
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
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

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin 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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

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
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Cable Dahmer Arena - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Centerpoint Medical Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Blue Spring - 8 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Kauffman Stadium - 9 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium - 10 min drive - 8.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Culver's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Corner Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬6 min walk

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 an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • 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

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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.

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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Reviews

Candlewood Suites Kansas City - Independence by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 472 out of 710 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 710 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 710 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 710 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 710 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Great location really nice rooms!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how much space we had in our room. Plus a full kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had an excellent stay. I recommend it 100%
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms - clean and spacious. Staff initially charged rooms wrong, but manager was able to straighten out our bills and was very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Kevin

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

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

KC

Excellent hotel. Love the fact there is a full size fridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renes

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

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The poolside floor isnt safe my daughter fell twice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, lots of amenities, easy access
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

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

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Eli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are spacious and very clean. The outdoor grilling and seating is a really nice feature.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the location was convenient to the arena near by
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was very nice. Rooms were great with a small stove, sink, dishwasher and full size refrigerator! Great place to stay and walking distance to Cable Dahmer Arena!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, awesome location, great room. I wasn’t expecting a kitchenette, but it was there. Close to food, gas and main Highways. Will definitely be using the again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice rooms well appointed with extra touches to make you feel more at home. Rooms are quiet and huge. Definitely will come back next time im in town.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

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

Brandi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robert A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Towels were short on day one but we were able to get some for the remainder of the days. Pool and hot tub worked well.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

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