ABOUT
Travelers on the Central Branch Union Pacific Railroad in Kansas found a landmark stop in Waterville at the track-side Weaver Hotel. For decades, the Weaver was the travel, tourism and social hub of this region and of the Central Branch west of Atchison. Built in 1905, the Weaver Hotel sits directly across the street from the railroad tracks. Passengers waited for their train in the front parlor of the hotel, found lodging upstairs, ate in the dining room, and stepped across the street for performances in the Opera House. Railroad crews also stayed at the Weaver; first the workers building the railroad further west, and then the regular train crews. In the early years, drummers (traveling salesmen) arrived on the train and stayed at the Weaver Hotel. The impressive Weaver Building and “cosmopolitan” establishment was known as the “Pride of the Central Line”. The Weaver Hotel is a landmark of railroad history, and symbol of the partnership between local commerce and the transportation industry. It came into being because of the railroad and lives again as a railroad history preserved in Waterville. After sitting quietly empty for years, the Waterville Preservation Society purchased the building and set out to save a piece of the community’s history. With the help of two grants and the hard work of many concerned citizens, the Weaver Hotel has been given a new face-lift inside and out and is ready for your visit. The facility hosts 10 lodging rooms, 2 party rooms, a visitor center with gift shop, and a 4-floor elevator. The entire facility is handicapped accessible.
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We are pleased to announce the only EV Charging Station in Waterville is directly across the street from the Weaver Hotel.
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ROOMS
DETAILS
Certain rooms can accommodate additional guests at the rate of $10 per person. Modern comforts have not been sacrificed. All rooms have private baths, cable TV, air conditioning, and wifi. Guests will find ice, coffee, and tea available on the main floor Please contact the hotel for food service accommodations and special events. You are welcome to browse the gift shop, “Pass Time” on our main floor, featuring a large selection of souvenirs, gifts, and greeting cards.
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We gladly accept Mastercard, Visa, Personal Checks, or Cash. Check-in: 3:00 PM, check-out: 11:00 AM. Please inquire for late checkout. We are happy to rent out the hotel for reunions/ business retreats/ bachelor/ bachelorette events...if whole hotel is rented, you receive a 10% discount. The block of rooms will be held for 10 days without a deposit. After the 10 day time frame, a $500 check deposit is required to hold the rooms. A 30 day cancellation is required to receive the deposit back
For Reservations: Call us at 785-363-2515 or email us at weaverhotel@yahoo.com.
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Lunch Is Served:
We are currently serving lunch on Mondays and Thursdays from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Menus vary. We do not serve lunches from the last Thursday before Memorial Day till the 1st Thursday after Labor Day. Check us out on Facebook for each day's menu.
Other Policies:
Smoking: For your own safety and comfort, smoking is not permitted in our hotel. For your safety and those of others, candles and other sources of open flame are not permitted in the guestrooms. Any guest violating the non-smoking or open flame policy will be billed an additional $500 for clean up costs to the room. Children any age are WELCOME!
Cancellation Policy:
• 24 hrs prior to check-in time ( 3:00PM)
• Reservations of three or more rooms require a 30 day cancellation notice.
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Pets: Although we understand how hard it is to leave your loved ones behind, The Weaver Hotel cannot accommodate any pets. If you are traveling with pets we would be happy to refer you to our local veterinary clinic for information on boarding.
GIFT SHOP
Our gift shop is opened Monday through Friday 9:00 am – noon and 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am – noon. We specialize in fine gifts, food mixes, handmade creations and jewelry. Your local stop for Fancy T’s and More shirts.
THINGS TO DO
Historic District
Enjoy a guided tour that will take you inside our museums, a victorian home, the opera house and more.
Enjoy the Town
Drive along the tree lined avenues to view “Painted Ladies”, murals painted by locals, and opera house.
Train Ride
Ride the rail through fields of wheat, green pastures, and over the Big Blue River.
Great Outdoors
Come play a round of golf or play some ball!
GUEST REVIEW
MANAGEMENT
The Weaver Hotel is currently managed by Gay Belcher and a loyal group of volunteers.