Motels in Lee's Summit, Missouri

In the midst of an asphalt and concrete jungle like the metropolitan area of Kansas City, you may be surprised to find pockets of nature dispersed throughout suburbs like Lee's Summit. Neighborhood conservation areas, parks and foot and bike trails abound making Lee's Summit an adventure destination with a multitude of activities available. Not to be missed is the 915-acre Powell Gardens with rambling hills and meadows decked out in all of nature's glory almost anytime of the year. Numerous lodging possibilities making Lee's Summit an affordable place to stay.

Fairfield Inn

The three-story, 49-room Fairfield Inn, just off I-470 and Hwy. 291, is close to the 3,084-acre James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area, sports arenas such as the Independence Event Center, Bass Pros Shops and popular Kansas City attractions like Worlds of Fun Amusement Park. Amenities include a 24-hour fitness center, indoor swimming pool, safe deposit boxes at the front desk, High-Speed Internet access and complimentary buffet or Continental breakfast. This is a smoke-free property. Pets are not permitted. Rates start at about $80 (as of 2009).

Fairfield Inn
1301 N.E. Windsor Dr.
Lees Summit, MO 64086
(816) 524-7572
marriott.com

Holiday Inn Express

Holiday Inn Express off I-470 is a short drive to hiking trails and water sports at the 720-acre Blue Spring Lake and just 15 miles from Kansas City nightlife. Amenities include free hot Express Start Breakfast Bar, free parking, indoor pool and whirlpool spa, fitness center, High-Speed Internet access in public areas and safety deposit boxes at the front desk. Pets are permitted in smoking rooms with a $25 per night pet fee. Rates start at $68 (as of 2009).

Holiday Inn Express
4825 N.E. Lakewood Way
Lee's Summit, MO 64064
(800) 315-2621
hiexpress.com

Comfort Inn

Offering 52 rooms, Comfort Inn is close to Powell Gardens, and 970-acre Lake Jacomo where you can windsurf, sail, fish and hike. Amenities include free Comfort Sunshine Breakfast featuring fresh hot waffles, free High-Speed Internet access and free local calls. There is an indoor pool and spa. Guests receive free passes to a local fitness center nearby. Up to two pets, under 25 pounds, are permitted with an additional $25 per night fee per pet. Rates start at about $70 (as of 2009).

Comfort Inn
607 S.E. Oldham Parkway
Lee's Summit, MO 64081
(816) 524-8181
comfortinn.com

Resources

James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area: Hiking map

Article Written By Kandra Sperling

Kandra Sperling is a freelance writer and photojournalist with more than 30 years' experience. She has worked as a community news editor, writer and photographer for the "Morning News of Northwest Arkansas." She has received three awards from the National Press Women's Association and numerous state awards. Sperling earned a bachelor's degree in English and journalism from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.

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