Driftwood Hospitality Management Assumes Management of InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza

The 371-room luxury hotel marks DHM’s continued expansion across key U.S. markets, strengthening its presence in the Midwest

DHM takes over the 371-room luxury property on Country Club Plaza, marking its third Missouri hotel and first Kansas City management contract.

Driftwood Hospitality Management Assumes Management of InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza

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Driftwood Hospitality Management (DHM) announces that it has assumed management operations of the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza, a 371-room luxury hotel located in the heart of Kansas City’s historic Country Club Plaza district. The assignment marks DHM’s third property in Missouri and first in Kansas City. 

This latest addition to DHM’s growing portfolio reflects the firm’s continued focus on expanding its presence throughout the Midwest and high-profile urban markets while managing a diverse range of full-service and luxury hospitality assets. DHM will implement a comprehensive management strategy aimed at enhancing overall performance and elevating the guest experience at the property. 

We are proud to take on the management of InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza, an iconic property in one of the Midwest’s most vibrant destinations. This assignment aligns with our commitment to delivering exceptional service and operational excellence while maximizing value for ownership

Bryan Postema, COO of Driftwood Hospitality Management

Located at 401 Ward Parkway, just steps from the renowned Country Club Plaza, InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza offers guests access to 15 blocks of Spanish Mediterranean-inspired architecture, upscale shopping, dining, and cultural attractions. Currently undergoing a transformative $1.5B redevelopment, Kansas City’s mixed-use Country Club Plaza is entering a new phase driven by shifting retail dynamics and large-scale master planning efforts, further elevating the hotel’s status and proximity to nearby amenities and attractions. 

The hotel features 371 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites with contemporary furnishings, private balconies, and modern in-room amenities designed for both business and leisure travelers. Serving as a focal point and landmark hospitality asset among group travelers, the InterContinental Kansas City delivers approximately 29,000 square feet of meeting space with iconic views from its rooftop bar and restaurant. Coupled with its prominent role during major local events including the annual Plaza Lighting Ceremony, the hotel is one of Kansas City’s most revered assets in the metropolitan area. 

Onsite amenities include American Slang Modern Brasserie, the hotel’s signature restaurant, a resort-style outdoor pool with sweeping city views, a 24-hour fitness center, and the exclusive Club InterContinental Lounge, offering elevated services and personalized experiences. The pet-friendly property also provides convenient access to Kansas City’s top business, entertainment, and cultural destinations. 

For more information about DHM and the 80+ properties in its portfolio, please visit www.driftwoodhospitality.com.  

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Driftwood Hospitality Management is an award-winning, third-party hotel management company with a portfolio that includes more than 80 hotels totaling 15,000 rooms throughout North America, Latin America and the Caribbean. Ranked among the Top 20 Hotel Management Companies in the U.S., DHM helps hotel and resort owners achieve success in daily operations, acquisitions and new development, renovations/repositioning, and receiverships.

InterContinental Hotels & Resorts is the world’s first and largest luxury hotel brand with over 220 hotels spanning 70 countries and representing over 73,350 bedrooms around the world. Founded by Pan American Airways Founder, Juan Trippe in 1946, InterContinental is guided by the belief in the power of travel to expand the mind and connect cultures.