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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Emporia
The hotel is clean and well run. The rooms were quite nice and the mattress was comfortable, not too firm and not too soft. Pizza Hut and Pizza Ranch are across the street, along with an Applebee's and some other options. There are several hotels here and we accidentally went into the comfort inn, ...
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa by IHG
Easy
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Emporia
Room was spotless, pool provided good exercise after a long drive, staff was kind and attentive, the breakfast was one of the best, ever! Bed was so comfortable! Great pillows, too.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Spacious Olathe Home w/ Fireplace: Near Parks!
Countryside Vacation Rental in Paola!
This was such a great escape from the city hustle and bustle. Our hosts were AWESOME. The apartment had everything we needed. The alpacas and the host cocker spaniel were the cherry on top. Most relaxing weekend I've had in a very long time. Take a moment to relax in the hammock while watching the ...
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025
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Emporia State University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Emporia State University during your trip to Emporia. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Lake Garnett Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lake Garnett Park, a lovely green space in Garnett. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Chase State Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Chase State Lake during your travels in Cottonwood Falls. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Z Bar/Spring Hill Ranch
You can browse the exhibits at Z Bar/Spring Hill Ranch, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Cottonwood Falls. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Ottawa University
Walk around the campus at Ottawa University during your visit to Ottawa. While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Chase County Courthouse
Find out about the history of Cottonwood Falls when you take a trip to Chase County Courthouse. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
- Lake Garnett Park
- Chase State Lake
- Chase County Courthouse
- William Allen White House
- John Brown Memorial Park
- Gerth Cabin
- Chase County Historical Society Museum
- Old Depot Museum
- Anderson County Courthouse
- Anderson County Hospital
- Emporia Arts Center
- Park Square
- Santa Fe Depot
- Wallace Park
- David Traylor Zoo of Emporia
