Destroyed in William Quantrill’s infamous 1863 raid, the Eldridge Hotel was rebuilt but is said to still carry the scars of its violent past. Guests and staff report phantom footsteps, slamming doors, and apparitions in mirrors, with Room 506 singled out as the most haunted spot. Cold drafts, flickering lights, and unexplained electrical disturbances are frequently recorded during ghost tours. The hotel embraces its haunted reputation, making it a landmark of Kansas ghost lore.