Renting a simple hotel room can get the job done in a pinch, but sometimes you want more space and privacy on your trips. Among the best places to stay in Kansas, there are great options to choose from nestled in every nook and cranny between Colorado and Missouri. Instead of looking for the best hotels or motels around, why not pick a more custom place to stay instead? The perfect accommodations in the Sunflower State are waiting to be part of your next adventure. Let's take a look at a few of the best vacation rentals in Kansas.

Best Affordable Places to Stay in Kansas

Affordable options are often a vital element of any road trip, whether you need accommodations for two people or six. After all, not everyone wants to spend an arm and a leg while they figure out where to stay in Kansas. These budget-friendly picks will have you well on your way to comfort without stretching your budget too far or missing out on modern amenities. Flat-screen TVs and microwaves are almost everywhere these days anyway, so you don’t have to unplug from technology unless you want to.

1. Historic Welch House, Hutchinson

• Location: Hutchinson, KS
• Size: 4 bedrooms (sleeps 7), 1 full bath
• Price: $101/night
• Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, fireplace, historic building, self-check-in
• Ratings: 4.9 stars

2. Cattail Cove, Anthony

• Location: Anthony, KS
• Size: 2 bedrooms (sleeps 4), 1 bath
• Price: $125/night
• Amenities: Furnished patio, fireplace, wheelchair-accessible front entrance, 1hr from Wichita
• Ratings: 4.3 stars

3. A Cabin in the Woods, El Dorado

• Location: El Dorado, KS
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 2), 0 bath
• Price: $38/night
• Amenities: Surrounded by forest, private, air conditioning
• Ratings: 4.86 stars

There is a king-size bed, seating areas, heat, A/C unit, fridge, coffee maker, and a handful of other amenities inside this cabin. Outdoors, you can relax next to the fire pit, enjoy meals at the picnic table, or just walk through the forest. It’s the type of place where you can leave all of your daily worries behind.

4. Cabin at Crosswinds, Park City

• Location: Park City, KS
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 4), 1 bath
• Price: $90/night
• Amenities: Adjacent to a pond and close to many attractions
• Ratings: 4.82 stars

Are you looking for water views during your getaway? You can wake up to this stunning scenery when you stay at this Airbnb in Park City, Kansas. This vacation rental is not only affordable, but it has everything you need for a true getaway experience. The cabin is located on a pond and is surrounded by trees and natural beauty. Keep your eyes out for all types of wildlife during your stay — you never know what you will see.

Inside, you’ll find two beds and one bathroom, ideal for up to four guests. There are not many extras on this property, but that’s okay. You won’t want to spend all of your time indoors. Relax on the porch and just enjoy the quiet around you — you deserve it.

Best Places to Stay in Kansas for Families

Great vacation rentals all boil down to spacious rooms and comfort, and these options are perfect for larger groups who can’t sacrifice either one. No one should be afraid to go on a family vacation when there are great options for lodging in any direction. Once everyone has a place to sleep, you can focus on having fun and making memories!

5. Kirch Haus (Church House), WaKeeney

• Location: WaKeeney, KS
• Size: 5 bedrooms (sleeps 15), 3.5 baths
• Price: $180/night
• Amenities: Internet and TV, electric fireplace, stained glass windows, historic Christmastime lights at the city center
• Ratings: 5 stars

6. Hillside Vacation Home, Stilwell

• Location: Stilwell, KS
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 4), 1 full bath
• Price: $706/night
• Amenities: Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen, washer & dryer, fireplace, game table, gas grill, fire pit
• Rating: 5 stars

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This beautiful spacious home is a delightful vacation spot for a family vacation near Overland Park. In town for a soccer tournament at the Overland Park Soccer Complex? Just need time away with the family? Or perhaps you are on a golf vacation to enjoy the many golf courses in the area? No matter what brings you to this lovely part of Kansas, this wonderful home is ready to treat you right. Enjoy the massive backyard with a large patio and a separate "camping area" set up with a fire pit and log stools. Have a family game night around the poker/game table. Or, simply watch a movie cuddled up on the couch as a fire blazes in the fireplace.

7. Vintage Airplane Themed Home, Wichita

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 4), 1 full bath
• Price: $85/night
• Amenities: Large yard, air conditioning unit, Wi-Fi, and pet-friendly
• Rating: 4.92 stars

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Small families will never want to leave this charming home in Wichita that is complete with a vintage airplane theme. As soon as you walk inside you’ll notice airplanes on the walls and on the shelves. Up to four guests can comfortably sleep in this home and inside you’ll find a well-stocked kitchen, air conditioning unit, cozy seating areas, and more.

There is a fenced yard if you plan to spend some time outside. Even better, you can bring your favorite furry friend along as well — you all deserve some time away.

8. Kansas City Skyline Home, Kansas City

• Location: Kansas City, KS
• Size: 2 bedrooms (sleeps 6), 2.5 baths
• Price: $137/night
• Amenities: Rooftop patio, fire pit, and hot tub
• Rating: 4.95 stars

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You will never forget your stay at this unique home in Kansas City. This Airbnb is just a short drive from downtown and is perfect for smaller families as there are three beds and 2.5 bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to six guests. The design of the home is a bit unique but it’s certainly packed with charm — and lots of amenities. During your stay, you’ll enjoy multiple TVs, hammocks, plenty of privacy, and a rooftop patio that offers the most exquisite views of the Kansas City skyline.

Best Romantic Places to Stay in Kansas for Couples

Many might mistake Kansas as a boring, plain state where romance might not be a priority. However, that belief is hardly true. There are plenty of romantic getaway options in Kansas, especially when comfort and charm are on the list. Reservation for two, please! Every bathroom is a private bathroom when you have the whole place to yourselves.

9. Grandma B's 1920's Victorian Farmhouse, De Soto

• Location: De Soto, KS
• Size: 3 bedrooms (sleeps 8), 2 full baths
• Price: $191/night
• Amenities: Free Wi-Fi and Roku TV, walking distance to downtown De Soto
• Ratings: 5 stars

10. Off-Grid Cabin Getaway, Junction City

• Location: South of Junction City, KS
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 5), 1 full bath
• Price: $200/night
• Amenities: Fire pit, easy-access pond, screened-in porch, grill, optional boat (summer/fall)
• Ratings: 4.9 stars

11. The Garden Carriage House, Overland Park

• Location: Overland Park, KS
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 4), 1 full bath
• Price: $150/night
• Amenities: Waterside view, catch-and-release fishing, 10 acres, 20-30 minutes to the Country Club Plaza
• Ratings: 4.7 stars

12. Kevin’s Cabin, Bucyrus

• Location: Bucyrus, KS
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 4), 1 full bath
• Price: $250/night
• Amenities: Full kitchen, private access to basketball and pickleball courts, fire pit, and rainfall shower
• Ratings: 5.0 stars

Kevin’s Cabin is a tiny home in Bucyrus that you will never want to leave. From the minute you arrive on the beautiful property, you will feel far away from the cares of the world. This is a tiny home with a modern design that is surrounded by nature. It is located on 20 lush acres and sits next to a slow-moving stream — the surroundings are truly romantic.

Inside, you’ll find a full kitchen, one bedroom, and one bathroom, comfortably sleeping up to four guests. The home is beautifully decorated and due to the spacious design of the property, you’ll have a hard time remembering that this is actually a tiny home Airbnb.

13. Graham’s Treehouse, Easton

• Location: Easton, KS
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 2), 1 full bath
• Price: $199/night
• Amenities: Mini kitchen, outdoor shower, and deck overlooking stream
• Ratings: 4.99 stars

For an unforgettable couple’s excursion, book a stay at Graham’s Treehouse in Easton. This vacation rental in Kansas is quite unique as it’s a large treehouse sitting up in the trees. Inside you’ll find one bedroom and one bathroom, sleeping two guests. Be aware that there are steep stairs you must climb to reach the bedroom and no children are allowed at this vacation rental.

Outside, you’ll feel like you are in paradise as this tree cabin is located on 32 acres, the screen deck overlooks a creek, and there are forest walking trails and a koi pond to admire. This is the type of place where you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the sounds of nature.

Best Places to Stay in Manhattan

Manhattan is a stunning area to vacation in, visit for a Kansas State home game, or stop for the night on a road trip to Lawrence or Kansas City and beyond. If you plan to stick around these parts for any reason, you have unlimited options both in Manhattan and out in the Flint Hills. The hard part is choosing which home looks like the most fun.

14. 1911 Henry B. Winter Home, Manhattan

• Location: Manhattan, KS
• Size: 3 bedrooms (sleeps 6), 2.5 baths
• Price: $270/night
• Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, fitness center, grill
• Ratings: 5 stars

15. Secluded Retreat Lakeside Cabin, Manhattan

• Location: Tuttle Creek Lake, Manhattan, KS
• Size: 3 bedrooms (sleeps 8), 2 full baths
• Price: $287/night
• Amenities: Internet and TV, 2 fireplaces, sunroom, covered patio, dryer, boating nearby
• Ratings: 5 stars

16. Sunset Cottage, Manhattan

• Location: Manhattan, KS
• Size: 3 bedrooms (sleeps 6), 3.5 bathrooms
• Price: $395/night
• Amenities: Internet and TV, fireplace and grill, historic building, check-in after 4 p.m.
• Ratings: 5 stars

Best Places to Stay in Overland Park

Overland Park, as a part of the Kansas City Metro Area, gives you access to plenty of local attractions without being right in the middle of everything. With the Plaza, art galleries, bucket list restaurants, and nightlife at your fingertips, Overland Park makes for a great home base. Whether you want a fun vacation or a Kansas City adventure is up to you!

17. The Little House, Overland Park

• Location: Overland Park, KS
• Size: Studio (sleeps 3), 1 full bath
• Price: $152/night
• Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, fire pit, grill, 10 minutes from the Plaza, 15 minutes from Westport and Downtown
• Ratings: 4.9 stars

18. Big Overland Park Townhouse, Overland Park

• Location: Overland Park, KS
• Size: 5 bedrooms (sleeps 10), 3.5 baths
• Price: $212/night
• Amenities: High-speed internet, TV, patio with a grill and outdoor furniture, kids’ games
• Ratings: 4.9 stars

19. Seven Oaks Treehouse, Lenexa

• Location: Lenexa, KS
• Size: 1 bedroom (sleeps 2), 1 bath
• Price: $125/night
• Amenities: Tucked away in the forest, Wi-Fi, and air conditioning
• Ratings: 4.9 stars

While technically in Lenexa, this treehouse rental is one excellent place to stay. This is a studio space with one bed and one bathroom, perfect for a couple’s retreat.

This is the type of place where you can relax and enjoy some time outside. It is nestled in the trees and away from the hustle of the city. Its surroundings are absolutely stunning in the summer but we particularly love the fall when the vibrant foliage will mesmerize you. This is a seasonal vacation rental in Kansas and is closed during the winter months.

Whether you need a rural home surrounded by open skies and prairie or to be cozied up near Kansas City, there are rental options of all kinds available. Once you’ve chosen somewhere to stay, the rest can fall into place as you will fall into a comfortable bed. Hopefully, this guide to the best places to stay in Kansas has inspired you to take the next step on your way to a fun and relaxing vacation. Time to get planning! Your dream vacation in the Midwest is ready when you are.