General DescriptionSuper 8 Independence hotel is located off Route 160 / 75 in southeast Kansas Our Independence, KS, hotel near Independence Historical Museum puts the outdoor activities of Elk City Reservoir within easy reach Feel energized every morning with free 8-item SuperStart breakfast bonanza, and stay connected with free high-speed Internet access from the comfort of your room After a long day, relax with a swim in our outdoor pool We offer free truck / RV parking and handicapped-accessible rooms at our Independence, KS, hotel Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult Local Attractions From historic sites to outdoor activities, there is no shortage of things to see and do near our Independence, Kansas, hotel Learn about the early settlers of southeast Kansas at the Independence Historical Museum, featuring a variety of exhibits, antiques and craft shows Tour Little House on the Prairie, a replica of the log cabin described in the childrens novel of the same name written by Laura Ingalls Wilder The annual Prairie Day Festival in June features reenactments of prairie life, wagon rides, a petting zoo and more Cast a line for fish into Elk City Reservoir or hike in Elk City State Park, less than five miles from our Independence, KS, hotel Visit more than 300 animals at Ralph Mitchell Zoo or cool off on a warm day at Riverside Beach Family Aquatic Center Riverside Park offers plenty of child-friendly recreation options, including a playground, miniature golf, and train and carousel rides Dining Options You will find a variety of restaurants near our hotel Spice it up with a bite of Mexican food at Marias or eat Chinese food at Great China Restaurant For bar food go to Johns Kitchen and Pub, or try homestyle cooking at Down Home Family Restaurant