Spread the Cost
ATOL protected
Unbeatable prices
Spread the Cost
ATOL protected
Unbeatable prices
In a rural location
Located in Kent, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area, an IHG Hotel is in a rural location, a 4-minute drive from Kent State University and 6 minutes from Cuyahoga River. This hotel is 14.8 mi (23.8 km) from Cuyahoga Valley National Park and 11 mi (17.7 km) from University of Akron.
Make yourself at home in one of the 74 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include safes and desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an indoor pool and a fitness center.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Kent? This hotel has 291 square feet (27 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Free self parking is available onsite.
English
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Free self parking
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Most popular facilities
Gym
Spa
Business services
Laundry
Breakfast available
24/7 front desk
Free wifi
Parking
Pool
Air conditioning
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
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Standard Room, Multiple Beds
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Cleanliness
9.2/10
Location
8.8/10
Recommendation
92.2%
Closest airports
Akron, OH (AKC-Akron Fulton Intl.)
14.8 km / 9.2 mi
Akron-Canton Airport (CAK)
35 km / 21.8 mi
The preferred airport for Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent
University Area, an IHG Hotel is Akron-Canton Airport (CAK).
What's nearby
Kent State University
3.2 km / 2 mi
Cuyahoga River
5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center
5.6 km / 3.5 mi
The Kent Stage
6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Kent State University Museum
6.2 km / 3.8 mi
Dix Stadium
6.3 km / 3.9 mi
May 4th Visitor Center
7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Porthouse Theatre
8.3 km / 5.2 mi
Tallmadge Church Historic Site
8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Birdie Shack Putt-R-Golf
9.1 km / 5.7 mi
Roses Run Country Club
10.1 km / 6.3 mi
Lake Pippen
10.2 km / 6.3 mi
Twin Lakes - East Lake
10.3 km / 6.4 mi
Lake Rockwell
10.4 km / 6.4 mi
AAA I-76 Antique Mall
10.4 km / 6.5 mi
Most Popular Amenities
Gym
Spa
Business services
Laundry
Breakfast available
24/7 front desk
Free wifi
Parking
Pool
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Top family-friendly amenities
Extra beds/cribs
Parking and transportation
Wheelchair accessible parking
Free self parking
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Activities nearby
Free self parking
Things to do
Fitness facilities
Television
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Free cribs/infant beds
Conveniences
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour front desk
In-room safe
Guest services
Laundry facilities
Daily housekeeping
Families love it for
Free cribs/infant beds
Business services
Conference space
24-hour business center
Conference space size (feet) - 291
Conference space size (meters) - 27
Number of meeting rooms - 1
Outdoors
Number of indoor pools - 1
Full-service spa
Conference space
Free newspapers in lobby
Conference space size (feet) - 291
Conference space size (meters) - 27
Free newspaper
Languages spoken
English
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Internet access - wireless
Internet access in public areas - high speed
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
High-speed internet access
Wireless internet access
Internet access (complimentary)
Accessible bathtub
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
General Instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
Optional extras
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
We should mention
92% of our clients have rated us with 5 stars
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