Hotel Information

Rates & Reservations

Each individual will be responsible for making their own reservations.  A block of rooms are reserved at a special nightly rate of $130 for single and double occupancy until February 26.  Reservations can be made online or by calling 816-474-4400.  When making reservations, verify the rate and advise the reservations agent that you are with the National Institute for Animal Agriculture (NIAA) Annual Meeting.  A limited number of government rate rooms are available on a first come, first serve basis; register online for government rate rooms or by calling 816-474-4400.

Hotel Logistics

The hotel is located in the Crossroads Art District - a vibrant center of art. loft living, enterprise, culture and entertainment.  This eclectic neighborhood offers over 60 galleries and unique shops and a plethora of entertainment and dining options.

Each of the 729 guest rooms at The Westin Crown Center is appointed with thoughtful amenities, as well as modern conveniences like dual-line telephones with data ports. Additional accommodations include 49 spacious suites, such as the opulent Presidential Suite, which features a dining room and large living room with fireplace.

Travel Information

Airport Transportation

Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
The Kansas City International Airport is located 22 miles north of The Westin Crown Center, around 25-30 minutes.  The airport is divided into three terminals with curb-side drop off and pick up outside of gates.

Shuttle Service
Kansas City International Airport Express provides a shuttle service to and from the airport for guests of The Westin Crown Center.  They depart at 25 and 55 minutes past each hour from 5:55 a.m. until 11:55 p.m.  One way tickets are $16.00 and round-trip tickets are $27.00.  These tickets may be purchased at the information booth or on the shuttle.  Airport courtesy phone extension is 5000.  Return shuttles may be picked-up from the hotel's front drive at 5 minutes and 25 minutes past the hour.  A taxi-ride is approximately $40.00.

Driving Directions from the Airport
I-29 South to 169 South.  Follow across the Missouri River to Broadway (turns into Broadway).  Follow Broadway to Pershing Road (equivalent to 24th Street).  Take a left at stop light.  Follow past the stop light on Main.  Take first right into the Westin Crown Center front drive.

Parking Information

The current parking at The Westin Crown Center are as follows:

• Self-Parking per day:  $13.50
• Valet Parking per day:  $17.00