Independence, Mo.—Travelers in the Kansas City metropolitan area will soon enjoy the redefined quality economy experience offered by My Place Hotels of America. The company has announced My Place Hotel-Independence, Mo., will open in the fall of 2016. Continuing the brand’s movement towards nationwide expansion, My Place Hotel-Independence, Mo., will mark the brand’s 27th open location nationally and its first to open in the state of Missouri. The brand new, 4-story, 63-room hotel is conveniently located on 20105 East Valley View Parkway off Exit 17 of I-70. In addition to the location’s proximity to a diverse list of dining and retail options nearby, guests can expect easy access to the Kansas City Royals Stadium, Kansas City Chiefs Stadium, Sprint Center, Downtown Kansas City, and Worlds of Fun.
“We are pleased to announce the development of a new My Place Hotel in Kansas City/Independence, Mo. As construction continues, we look forward to working with Eric Myers and his team at Independence MP to couple our aggressive national expansion plans with their development expertise. Working together, we are confident that upon opening, My Place Hotels exceptional service and flexible lodging options will benefit our guests to both Independence and the greater Kansas City area,” said Terry Kline, EVP Franchise Development, My Place Hotels of America.
The new hotel is independently owned by Independence MP and managed by Legacy Management. Eric Myers, Independence MP Representative, said the project is moving along quickly and the hotel is poised to open in time for some high-profile events beginning in October, such as the NASCAR race on October 16.
“We are pleased to open the first My Place Hotel in Kansas City. The Kansas City area has been a strong hotel market with our focus on Independence, Missouri,” Myers said. “The hotel is a perfect fit for this busy interstate location. Along with the proximity to Centerpoint Medical Center and Children’s Mercy Hospital, the extended stay hotel will be a great benefit to the community.”
