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MainStay Suites Emporia

Property class: 2.5

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A MainStay Suites by Choice Hotels room with a kitchen area, including appliances and storage cabinets.
A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted lamps.
A reception area with a brown leather sofa, a brown armchair, a 'Welcome' sign, a 'Hornets' banner, a flat-screen TV, and a sign indicating the direction to the dining area.
A reception area with a leather sofa, a chair, a console table with decorative items, a wall-mounted TV, and a 'Welcome' sign with a tree design.
A covered outdoor patio with wooden railings and metal tables and chairs.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is $99
$85 nightly
$99 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24

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2602 Candlewood Dr, Emporia, KS, 66801
  • Place, Flint Hills Mall
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Flint Hills Technical College
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Jones Youth Recreation Park
    ‪1 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed Efficiency, No Smoking

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a phone and a lamp, a chair, and a bathroom door.

1 Queen Bed Efficiency, No Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed Efficiency, No Smoking Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a phone and a lamp, a chair, and a bathroom door.

1 Queen Bed Efficiency, No Smoking Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for 1 Queen Bed Efficiency, Suite No Smoking

A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lamps, and a colorful abstract painting on the wall.

1 Queen Bed Efficiency, Suite No Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, and two wall-mounted lamps.

Standard Studio, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Signature Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 310 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Standard Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

A compact living space with a gray leather chair, a small wooden table, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchenette with a microwave and refrigerator, and a white door.

Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

A compact living space with a gray leather chair, a small wooden table, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchenette with a microwave and refrigerator, and a white door.

Signature Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking (Efficiency)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Emporia

Located in Emporia, MainStay Suites Emporia is in a shopping district, within a 5-minute drive of Dryer Park and Flint Hills Mall. .This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Flint Hills Technical College and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Jones Park.

What's nearby

  • Dryer Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Jones Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Flint Hills Mall - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Flint Hills Technical College - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Jones Youth Recreation Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Braums - ‬6 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites Emporia

MainStay Suites Emporia offers 60 accommodations with DVD players and complimentary newspapers. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Kitchenettes offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered weekly. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 60 guestrooms, featuring kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Cable programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of MainStay Suites Emporia.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Books
  • Games

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Dining table
  • DVD player
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 2001
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

American ExpressDiscoverJCB InternationalMastercardVisa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fees vary based on length of stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Candlewood Suites Emporia
Candlewood Suites Hotel Emporia
Candlewood Suites Emporia Hotel
Emporia Candlewood Suites
Candlewood Emporia
MainStay Suites
Candlewood Suites Of Emporia
MainStay Suites Emporia Hotel
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MainStay Suites Emporia Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 188 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 338 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and easy to work with staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed a few days while visiting family. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice with a kitchen that had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location is good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If we come back this way again and stay in emporio we will stay at this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy location with lots of food options nearby. Quiet and clean. Specious rooms. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent choice for guests without children. No breakfast or pool for kids but if you're visiting or working in emporia, then Mainstay suites are perfect. Kitchenettes are excellent and beds are soft.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy access…no breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness
Could have been cleaner and needs to be remodeled but then I am sure it will be much more expensive. Very economical with a warm shower and a good bed. Very secure and safe.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fabunmi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ryan staffing front desk was welcoming and when I needed help with my tv he was very polite in checking it out for me. Nice employee.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gannett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean hotel with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tessa

Liked: Staff & service
Clean but ran down noted tears in curtains and sheets were thin. Awesome water pressure noted!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and convenient to dining.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Olace

Main Stay in Emporia Ks is a great place to stay. I will be staying there again.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed having the kitchenette. Good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well priced, very clean, smooth check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very enjoyable

Very nice room at a great price. Comfy bed with kitchenette.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to food and shopping. Property was clean and staff were very friendly. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beds were comfortable love that it was an efficiency
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Hotel!

This hotel is everything that a hotel should be: clean, comfortable, cheery with friendly staff and an outstanding price. I travel a lot and stay in a lot of hotels and this hotel was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
OK
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026