The Best Hotels Closest to Watkins Mill State Park in Kansas City - 2026 Updated Prices

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1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kearney by IHG

10.3 km from Watkins Mill State Park

Marta

Rp2.809.782 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

2. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Kearney Liberty North

9.6 km from Watkins Mill State Park

Todd

Rp1.394.614 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Aug - 7 Aug

3. The Elms Hotel & Spa, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

8 km from Watkins Mill State Park

john

Rp4.087.080 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

4. Quality Inn Kearney - Liberty

10.5 km from Watkins Mill State Park

Yvette

Rp1.365.125 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

5. Sleep Inn & Suites Liberty - Kansas City

21.1 km from Watkins Mill State Park

Charles

Rp1.931.708 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

6. Tru By Hilton Liberty Kansas City

21.1 km from Watkins Mill State Park

Charlotte

Rp2.205.463 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

7. Econo Lodge Kearney - Liberty

10.2 km from Watkins Mill State Park

Alex

Rp1.282.421 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Watkins Mill State Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kearney by IHG	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 987 reviews	View
SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Kearney Liberty North	2.5 star property	8.2 Very good 1,006 reviews	View
The Elms Hotel & Spa, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Quality Inn Kearney - Liberty	2.5 star property	7.6 Good 618 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Liberty - Kansas City	2.5 star property	7.8 Good 1,006 reviews	View

Top Watkins Mill State Park Hotel Reviews

SPRINGHILL SUITES KANSAS CITY NORTHEAST

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, clean place. Busy breakfast, but the staff was great at keeping it stocked. Pool is a tad small, but with worlds of fun and oceans of fun right across the highway, who cares!"

Wingate by Wyndham Kansas City

10/10 Excellent

"I had a great stay here! The staff was so welcoming from the moment I checked in, and my room was very clean and comfortable. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly hotel in a safe area, I’d definitely recommend this place. There was a homeless person walking around outside at one point, but the staff handled the situation quickly and professionally, which made me feel a lot safer. Overall, I’d definitely stay here again!"

Best Western Premier Liberty Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"The location of the hotel was great, lots of stores, restaurants (we loved King's Indian Cuisine) and gas stations in the surrounding area. Also only a 15 to 20 minute drive outside of KC. The room was very clean, the staff was very friendly. We had no problem with parking. The only real issue we had was concerning the jetted tub and the surrounding area. First and foremost the tile on the ground outside of the tub on the faucet side is completely unsealed from the ground and if you step closer to the tub the tile actually lifts up on the other side and you can rock it back and forth. Secondly, the tile stairs leading up to get into the bath look nice and made it easy to get into the tub, but when your feet are wet, even with the railing, getting out is a bit of a precarious situation. And finally, no matter what we did, we could not get the Jets to turn on. We got the control panel on the tub to light up but the only thing that would actually work were the lights inside the tub. We tried explaining it to the staff member on our first night, and while she was super sweet, it did not seem like she was understanding what we were talking about. We addressed it with a different staff member the morning we checked out. They apologized but didn't really offer any compensation for loss of the amenity. Overall it was a good stay, 4/5"

Other attractions near Watkins Mill State Park

Jesse James Farm and Museum

8.4/10 (32 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Jesse James Farm and Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Kearney. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Watkins Mill State Park?

Watkins Mill State Park is located in a historic area of Kansas City known for its array of dining options. You'll find 16 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Watkins Mill State Park?

The Elms Hotel & Spa, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 bars. It's located 5 mi (8 km) from Watkins Mill State Park. Other good options in the area include Sleep Inn & Suites Indoor Waterpark and Best Western Premier Liberty Inn & Suites.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Watkins Mill State Park?

Expedia has 16 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Watkins Mill State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Watkins Mill State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Watkins Mill State Park.

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Our top choices for Watkins Mill State Park hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kearney by IHG

2. SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Kearney Liberty North