Aladdin Hotel
This 1925 building is capped by a distinctive blue, pyramidal roof that sets it apart in the KC's iconic skyline.
Aladdin Hotel
1215 Wyandotte St, Kansas City, MO 64105 (Map)
Built: 1925
Architect/Style: Phillip Drotts // Italian Romanesque
Area: Power & Light District
The Aladdin Hotel, a 16-story structure completed in 1925, was the tallest building in Kansas City at the time. Designed by architect Phillip T. Drotts, it stands as a prime example of the Italian Romanesque style. This architectural approach is evident in its white limestone facade that stretches across the first three floors, featuring arched windows and intricate terra cotta detailing.
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