Curio – A Collection by Hilton expands in Kansas City, Mo.
Staff Writer |
Following a $20 million transformation that restored its original 1930s elegance, one of Kansas City's most historic hotels owned by Arbor Lodging Partners and managed by NVN Hotels, has now joined Curio - A Collection by Hilton.
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Hotel Phillips Kansas City, Curio Collection by Hilton is an iconic, 20-story hotel with an illustrious past, offering 216 elegant guest rooms and suites that blend historic charm with the best of modern-day comforts today's savvy traveler has come to expect. at 106 W. 12th Street, Kansas City, Missouri.
A member of the National Registry of Historic Places, this downtown landmark is in the heart of the vibrant Power and Light (P&L) district, just steps from Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, Bartle Hall Convention Center and numerous restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment venues.
The hotel opened in 1931 as the tallest building in Kansas City. It quickly gained national recognition for its stunning and opulent Art Deco lobby, featuring elaborate bronze and nickel metalwork, walnut paneling, stylized light fixtures, gleaming marble walls and a black-glass ceiling that creates the illusion of endless space.
The building's multimillion dollar transformation preserved those unique designs, as well as the gilded 11-foot sculpture of Dawn, known as the Goddess of Hospitality, which stands watch over guests as they enter.
A new restaurant - Tavernonna Italian Kitchen - focuses on the rich, varied history of Italian food, wine and cocktails. It was conceived by five-time James Beard Award nominee Michael Kornick and will be overseen by classically-trained Executive Chef Bryant Wigger, a Kansas City native.
The upscale eatery will make use of fresh ingredients from local farms and vendors for both its traditional and contemporary dishes that includes house made pastas.
For an experience that harkens back to the hotel's sophisticated and storied past, P.S. Speakeasy is an underground tavern offering exclusive hand-crafted cocktails, a late-night menu and weekend performances from local jazz musicians.
For a quieter experience, Kilo Charlie is a coffee bar providing an extensive selection of hot and cold artisanal coffee drinks and brews, including drip coffee, espresso, French press, macchiatos, cappuccinos and more.
With Kansas City named by a recent Travel + Leisure survey as one of the country's top 10 U.S. cities for coffee, Kilo Charlie also features unique & local specialties. This includes its Draft Latte which incorporates fresh milk into a pressurized nitro coffee mix, resulting in a creamy and sweet cold beverage.
Hotel Phillips Kansas City is a sought-after destination for weddings, business conferences and social events. Its over 7,000 square feet of flexible meeting and banquet space can accommodate up to 250 guests.
A delightful highlight is the 1,020-square-foot Crystal Ballroom, resplendent with a French architectural style reminiscent of Marie Antoinette's drawing room.
Its 18-foot windows are framed by powder blue velvet draperies, and the room retains much of its 1930's charm with plaster architectural detailing.
Events may also be held in eight meeting rooms, three boardrooms, or in the hotel's stylish open mezzanine.
A fully-equipped state-of-the-art business center is also available, as is complimentary Wi-Fi in all public areas and guest rooms. ■