11 Best Airbnb Vacation Rentals In Kansas City, Kansas - Updated 2024

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Sit tight, kids. We’re going to Kansas. Kansas City, Kansas is definitely iconic thanks to that Judy Garland movie we’re sure you’re familiar with. But Kansas City is simply a different story. There are tons of places to see and visit. There are also awesome restaurants to eat at when you visit Kansas. The city is very charming and filled with culture – you wouldn’t regret being there. Kansas City is an ideal vacation spot. Are you about to visit the wondrous city but still don’t know where you are going? We collected the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Kansas City, Kansas, that are perfect for your holiday. Check them out below.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on February 05, 2024.

1. Shark-themed home with modern amenities

aJohnathon’s vacation home rental is one of the quirky Airbnbs in the city. Aptly named Shark House, this shark-themed unit can comfortably accommodate four guests. It is located in a century-old property and has met extensive and careful renovation.

The apartment may be compact but it is filled with the essentials: a well-equipped kitchen, a bathroom with a shower and toiletries, a small dining area, and private parking. Guests are also welcome to use the washer and dryer, free Wi-Fi, and the dedicated workspace provided.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
3.18 km (2.0 mi) from Kaw Point Park
31 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 4 Guests 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
beautifully renovated apartment above a garage with all the amenities you could need and a very clean space
the decor was nice and the tv in the living room was awesome
the apartment was beautiful and the perfect size for me
Cleanliness:
very clean and quiet
alex's place was clean and cozy
the accommodations were clean & cozy
cute clean comfortable with a great host
shark tank is exceptionally clean and well worth the money for sure
Host:
the host was very welcoming and made my stay very comfortable
alex was a great host if we needed anything he would do all he could to help
Location:
staying at this location was an excellent choice for my stay in kc
great place the outside made me skeptical but once inside it was super cute and perfect for our trip
it was the best place we could have stayed while on our long weekend
this place was great will be staying here again in the future if it’s available
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2. Minimalist modern getaway home (from USD 76)

This place is just a minimalist’s dream. The walls are bare but the furniture is beautifully designed making it very sophisticated. The bathroom is just stunning, with its charming tiles design and modern vibe. It’s also paced with toiletries. The property also has its own private deck where you can eat your breakfast, read your book, or simply chill and delight in the fact that you are indeed in a gorgeous Airbnb in the wonderful city of Kansas. Natural light comes in and out of both the living room and bedroom making the place super ideal to stay at. Coffee, tea, and other random items are waiting for you. The host is a known Superhost, which means you’ll very much enjoy this property.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
1.8 km (1.2 mi) from Kaw Point Park
808 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 0 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the couch can be slept on too and it is also comfortable
there was a generous amount of snacks kitchen utensils bathroom supplies and other amenities provided
it’s an adorable apartment with great amenities
the air conditioning wasn’t the best so it was a little warm but everything else was good
the room was spacious and the extra touches (photos and book) that jessica included were outstanding
Cleanliness:
very clean and well appointed space
so so clean and comfortable
it was exceptionally clean
outstanding and extremely clean space
very clean well decorated and comfortable
Host:
the host was very helpful
the host was super responsive to all of our questions
the host was generous and very quick to respond
we walked into a very nice welcoming note from the host
she was an awesome host great with communication
Location:
convenient location and very cool interior
great place close to everything will be back again
jessica’s place is beautiful and well located
jessica’s place is very cute and cozy
super close access to the hwy to get wherever you want to go
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3. Modern home near the speedway (from USD 112)

This newly-renovated townhouse has a lot of natural light filtering in from the large windows. This rental is ideal for nine people and it includes three bedrooms, a bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a spacious living room. With room darkening shades in each, you can adjust the amount of natural light entering in the mornings to catch in on some more sleep. The availability of a high chair and a travel cot will make things easy for those traveling with kids. Free car parking on the premises is also available.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
12.42 km (7.8 mi) from Kaw Point Park
343 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire townhouse 4 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great style open space and lots of room a perfect place to stay
beds were comfortable with tvs in almost every room
comfortable home base around kansas city
Cleanliness:
very clean and modern
very clean and up to date
clean spacious and very comfortable
very modern and clean place to stay
great place to stay very clean and stylish
Host:
david is an excellent host
josh was a great host whom ensured that my party was well taken care of
great space and host
very responsive to questions we had during our stay
josh was a great host and the house was beautiful
Location:
great location in shawnee
perfect location as well
also close to the highway so very easy to travel around the city
great place and location perfect for passing through
josh has a great place loved the value & location
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4. Apartment close to the highways (from USD 94)

This comfortable apartment can sleep up to six people. It has two bedrooms; one with a king bed and the other with a queen bed, with enough space to store your luggage. The rental also has two bathrooms, a living room, and a kitchen cum dining area. You can use the lockbox to keep your valuables safe. A private entrance to the apartment means you have full privacy during your stay. The I-70 and I-435 highways are nearby, which means you can easily access other parts of the city.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
13.31 km (8.3 mi) from Kaw Point Park
391 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
Entire townhouse 2 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
perfect location king bed (amongst others) coffee and pancake mix in the cabinet
the living space has a great coffee table for board gaming too
the house is just like home fast wifi great kitchen neat n sparkling bedrooms n bathrooms
comfortable 2br 2ba with plenty of space to relax and unwind in the evenings
the living room has a large picture window so nice and light
Cleanliness:
very clean and welcoming
very clean neat and affordable
it was very clean
everything was very clean and so comfortable
great space clean convenient stylish
Host:
dawn was a fantastic host
also the host dawn was very informative quick to reply and welcoming
the staff was very friendly and the food very inexpensive
one the nicest hosts and places i’ve stayed
awesome host we love the space very homey plus laundry on site easy access to everywhere we go
Location:
great location - not far from anything
great location for activities at or near the speedway
perfect location for that
great townhouse close to the legends
very nice place with great proximity to all the shopping at legends mall
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5. Charming, dog-friendly home near downtown (from USD 60)

For a group of five people, one of the more affordable Airbnbs is Sydney’s two-bedroom home. This cute rental is located just a few blocks from the city center and is dog-friendly, with amenities like a fenced-in yard and dog beds.

Restaurants are a few minutes from the property which is also equipped with a full kitchen, a pleasant living room, and a bathroom with a laundry corner. If you’re coming to Kansas City to explore the best of downtown, this space is ideal for you.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
2.22 km (1.4 mi) from Kaw Point Park
149 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 2 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
beds weren’t the comfiest but not bad for an overnight stay
this place is so cute and cozy we loved the view of downtown from the backyard
sydney's place is amazing we had an amazing time and the beds were so comfortable
the bathroom and shower were great and the main bed was comfortable
Cleanliness:
this house is super clean and impeccably decorated
the home was extremely clean and comfortable for my dog and i
the house was adorable clean and comfortable
sydney offers a stylish and clean space
great host clean home comfy beds and space/yard for the dog to run all around great value and stay
Host:
sydney was a great host and quickly answered any of our questions
sydney is a great host— quick to communicate and provides great recommendations
sydney is incredibly accomodating and a pleasant host and the self-checkin is easy and straightforward
sydney was extremely responsive when i had a few questions during check in
we had a great stay here sydney was very helpful and gave great recommendations
Location:
nice affordable place close to downtown kc
very cute and comfrotable place
great location super cute home and easy to access downtown kc :)
beautiful home location makes it easy to get around town very nicely decorated
location is in a bit of a spotty neighborhood but the home itself is wonderful thank you
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6. Eclectic home in Strawberry Hill (from USD 164)

Chock-full of style and personality, Casey’s century-old home is nestled in the historic neighborhood of Strawberry Hill. This three-story home is suitable for up to eight guests and features four comfy bedrooms, a Bohemian-inspired living room, and an elegant kitchen.

This home’s unique features that you may find to your liking are the jetted hot tub in a grotto-like outdoor space and the pergola lounge and dining area. Just a few minutes away are the best bars and restaurants in the Kansas City metro district.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
2.12 km (1.4 mi) from Kaw Point Park
113 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we enjoyed the hot tub sectional couch smart tvs coffee snacks and decor
beds were super comfy casey was super responsive and hospitable
however the kitchen was updated and the washer and dryer were really nice
the beds were extremely comfortable and the hot tub was a wonderful end to our long days
beds are super duper comfortable with plenty of pillows wonderful stay all around would definitely stay again
Cleanliness:
all the beds were big and clean
the house is eclectic and different but still clean and homey
Host:
lovely home and casey is so kind and hospitable
we would definitely recommend this place and host to our friends
overall i’d love to stay here again i highly recommend casey as a host
not to mention emma the kitty is adorable and a very gracious host
other than that it was a great house with a great host
Location:
great location to downtown kcmo
close to downtown a great space
nice neighborhood lots of useful stuff within walking distance and very close to downtown
it's a short drive to everything in kc and very close to a great bbq place
the location was good in relation to downtown kc
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7. Country-style home with downtown views (from USD 136)

Looking for a place that can accommodate a large group? Your search ends here! This bright country-style home features three bedrooms and can sleep up to twelve guests. For its capacity, the pet-friendly home is also one of the most affordable Airbnbs in Kansas City.

There’s basic but complete cookware provided in the kitchen, but should you prefer to dine out, restaurants, bars, and coffee shops are within walking distance. This spacious rental also features two living rooms, private and street parking, and TV and board games for entertainment.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
2.05 km (1.3 mi) from Kaw Point Park
188 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we had lots of room and in enjoyed our stay
Cleanliness:
the house is very clean and cutely decorated
ashley's place was nicely updated and clean
home was clean and wonderfully decorated
the house was very clean and super accessible to all the fun things to do in kc
it's a pretty nice place very clean and nice the view
Host:
ashely was a great host
ashely was a great host and available 24/7 to answer questions
great 2 story home ashley was very kind and made sure to answer any questions i had promptly
she was very responsive when we had questions or issues
ashley is a fantastic host and very responsive to my communications
Location:
this place is in a perfect location
not a rich neighborhood but definitely felt safe walking to the convenience store around the corner
great location for family when in town for events at the royal complex
very cute space very convenient location ashley was great at communication
get stay good location very nice and clean house
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8. Strawberry Hill bungalow near restaurants (from USD 91)

If you wish to stay in one of the hippest districts in Kansas City, consider this cute bungalow home in Strawberry Hill! Hosted by Ashley, this pet-friendly lodging boasts three bedrooms and can sleep up to seven guests.

This lovely home features artsy decor, chic furnishing, and amenities like a full kitchen, free Wi-Fi, and free parking. There’s a TV with Roku, board games, and a fenced backyard should you wish to unwind for a while. Some of the additional conveniences here are the paid washer and dryer and a workstation.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
2.12 km (1.4 mi) from Kaw Point Park
175 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 3 Beds 9 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 9

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the platform beds with memory foam mattresses were comfortable and we slept soundly
Cleanliness:
everything was clean and comfortable
clean and host had amazing communication
completely remodeled clean charming
it is quiet and very clean
most of all the place was super clean which was extremely important to me
Host:
host was very kind and communicative
ashley was a great host she’s very responsive and easy to work with
ashley was very responsive and easy to work with
ashley is a great host with great communication
ashley was a fantastic host we would definitely stay again if back in kansas city
Location:
great location in strawberry hills
very cute home in a great location
this house was super cute and a great place to stay
close to plenty of stuff but still in a quiet/safe neighborhood in a beautiful home
it’s also close to one of the best bbq places in town
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9. Two-bedroom cottage with luxe interiors

This cottage’s exterior may be as ordinary as can be, but plenty more surprises await inside.

With two bedrooms and a bathroom, four people are comfortably accommodated here. With a lot of love for purple, this house features an elegant living room with velvet couches and a plush carpet, a fully equipped kitchen, a luxe master suite with fuzzy pillows, and a quirky second bedroom. Guests will have access to additional amenities like a washer and dryer, free Wi-Fi, and a bathtub.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
5.2 km (3.3 mi) from Kaw Point Park
43 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 3 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
a nice clean place to stay
the house was very clean and spacious
chris had everything clean and ready for our arrival
i really enjoyed the house it was very clean and more spacious than i thought
Host:
chris was a great host and communicates quickly
house was fantastic hosts were very gratuitous
chris was very nice and responsive highly recommend
chris was very responsive and flexible
Location:
great place to stay location is convenient as well
this is a great find - super affordable and close to the highway
cute little place in a busy city neighborhood neighbors were nice but they had several parties while we visited
nice place just what we needed
very comfortable and cool place to stay
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10. Boho-inspired, colorful home in a hip neighborhood

If there were a contest for stunning homes in Kansas City, this boho home would surely be competing for the top spot. Trey’s rental is flamboyantly decorated and sure is one of the most eclectic residences in the area. It features a spacious kitchen with stunning cabinetry, well-decorated rooms, a stylish dining room, and a nice little patio. Looking at the simple exterior, you wouldn’t expect it to be chock-full of character inside!

Located in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood, the home welcomes five guests and is a short walk to trendy spots and eateries.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
1.07 km (0.7 mi) from Kaw Point Park
288 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 2 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
beds were comfy great location great atmosphere and view of the city from the back patio
parking was easy wifi was fast/reliable and the decor was so fun
this place was amazing the style was so cool and both rooms are decorated well
Cleanliness:
clean tidy nicely decorated space
this house was awesome clean and adorable
great place decorated very nicely and super clean
amazing space i’ve stayed here before and it’s just as stylish and clean as it was before
Host:
trey was very responsive
the host did a great job leaving instructions and restaurant/grocery store recommendations
trey was very responsive and kind via messages
trey was super accommodating he was available when we needed to get in touch
Location:
great location and the house was well stocked
beautiful stylish home in a great location
i liked having a park off the street option
trey’s place is unique & thoughtfully designed
great place to stay wonderfully close to the store bed was comfy shower and tub very nice
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11. Beautifully renovated apartment near downtown

Located three minutes from downtown Kansas City, Megan’s holiday home is a sight to behold. Both bedrooms boast a king bed, and with an addition of a sofa bed in the common space, six guests can comfortably stay here.

Featuring a South of the Border theme, this stunning house is equipped with a full kitchen, a spacious living room, and a private balcony. For added convenience, a crib, free Wi-Fi, a washer and dryer, and free parking are also included in your booking.

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Kansas City, Kansas, United States
1.3 km (0.9 mi) from Kaw Point Park
46 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE RENTAL UNIT 3 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the ambience is relaxing and cozy
it was comfortable well setup and we had everything we needed
the beds are extremely comfortable (probably the most comfortable i've ever slept in)
we had a great stay the beds were extremely comfortable and the exposed brick is really cool
Cleanliness:
it was clean and well stocked
expect comfort cleanliness and a lot of room
it was very clean and the kitchen had everything you could need
upon arrival the place was clean and welcoming
this is a clean comfortable place in a funky fun neighborhood
Host:
great place great value great owner
we highly highly recommend this place and megan as your host
megan was wonderful she was very cooperative and responsive the place was beautiful and definitely exceeded expectations
we decided to search for a super host and after much looking found megan's place
Location:
megan's place was great and relatively close to everything we needed to be close to
the location was great being so close to downtown kc and it looked really inviting in the description
it was also very close to the union station/crown center area and the free streetcar
this location was an excellent stay and within minutes of driving to all attractions
really would like seeing cute spacious place family oriented in a good part of town
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The best rentals in Kansas City

Enjoy the best that Kansas City has to offer. With our list above, you have plenty of vacation rentals to choose from, for your upcoming trip to this lovely destination. Book the best Airbnb vacation rental for you and your family to enjoy your stay in Kansas City, Kansas.

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