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A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a sign for Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center.

A spacious indoor area with large windows, tables with floral tablecloths, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, comfortable seating, and large windows offering views of the street.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, string lights, and potted plants.

1. Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

1.3 km from Kent State University

Beth

3.273.067 ₫

3.698.661 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern lounge area with a curved blue sofa, a brown leather chair, and a stone fireplace.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a digital screen, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A hotel reception area with a wooden counter, a fruit-themed mural, and a self-service kiosk.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a view of greenery outside, and a modern interior design with a high ceiling and seating areas.

2. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Akron Stow

12.3 km from Kent State University

Lisa

2.616.953 ₫

3.016.040 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a blue sofa, wooden coffee table, and a staircase with wooden railings.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, a pool ladder, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A modern hotel room with a grey sofa, a yellow side table, and a large mirror.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a built-in entertainment unit.

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron

12.1 km from Kent State University

Mason

2.189.806 ₫

2.523.751 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A reception area with a wooden counter, a fire alarm, and a Pepsi vending machine.

A spacious room with a checkered floor, two leather chairs, a small table, and a decorative mirror on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

4. The Royal Inn & Suites

11.7 km from Kent State University

Joseph

1.839.499 ₫

2.120.022 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire table, seating, and a view of the building in the background.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a covered entrance, large windows, and a well-lit facade.

A breakfast area with various food options and signage indicating services like express breakfast and hot food.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with a blue accent wall, a desk with a chair, and a small bathroom.

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

4.1 km from Kent State University

Andrew

2.949.408 ₫

3.332.830 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious conference room with a long table, multiple chairs, a large window, and a television on the wall.

A hotel lobby with two red leather armchairs, a small table, a fireplace, and a decorative mirror above it.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by tiled flooring and a 'No Diving' sign.

A Hampton Inn & Suites building with a beige facade, brick accents, and a well-maintained lawn with shrubs.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Cleveland Southeast/Streetsboro

11.4 km from Kent State University

Phillip

3.058.588 ₫

3.456.204 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A glass enclosure with a fire display, a red umbrella, and a brick wall with windows.

A modern bar area with a view of the parking lot and buildings outside.

An outdoor patio with a stone fire feature, seating, and string lights.

A modern hotel building with a sign reading "HOME 2 Suites by Hilton" and the address "4097".

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Stow

12 km from Kent State University

John

2.836.865 ₫

3.269.487 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with a sign reading "Six Horses Tavern," shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter, and multiple bar stools.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, clear lanes, and a '3 FT NO DIVING' sign.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a staircase leading to another room, and a large window with natural light.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a large sofa, a brown leather armchair, and a chandelier.

8. The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

18.8 km from Kent State University

Christine

2.910.600 ₫

3.288.977 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel courtyard with outdoor seating, large windows, and a brick facade.

A spacious lobby with a central dining area, large potted plants, and a prominent shop sign.

A Hilton Garden Inn with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance.

A conference room with rows of tables and chairs, large windows, and a ceiling light fixture.

9. Hilton Garden Inn Akron

14.8 km from Kent State University

ELEANOR

3.496.601 ₫

4.029.832 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a brick facade, multiple floors, and a covered parking area.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a brick floor, and a wooden fence.

A hotel room with a bed, two sofas, a TV, a desk, and a lamp.

A hotel room with a TV, a desk, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Akron Stow

12 km from Kent State University

Brandon

3.164.663 ₫

3.647.274 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A lobby with a stone reception desk, multiple seating areas, and large windows.

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a bedside lamp, and a headboard.

A kitchen with teal cabinets, a coffee machine, and a countertop with various appliances.

A spacious kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a stone accent wall.

11. Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent

11.7 km from Kent State University

Michael

1.319.472 ₫

1.491.003 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel reception area with a counter, seating area, and a wall with a mural.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a wall-mounted TV, and a separate bathroom with a bathtub.

A corner market with a Pepsi refrigerator, snack shelves, and a sign for the Corner Market.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cleveland Streetsboro

11.6 km from Kent State University

Marko

3.164.663 ₫

3.576.070 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with a headboard, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a stone facade, and a well-maintained hedge.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area with sofas and armchairs, and a stone accent wall.

A restaurant with stone walls, a fireplace, and multiple tables and chairs.

13. Comfort Suites Hartville - North Canton

19.7 km from Kent State University

Earl

2.726.909 ₫

3.149.580 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A restaurant with a view of a river and forest through large windows.

A large indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, surrounded by lounge chairs and a brick wall.

A historic building with a large garden of yellow flowers in front.

A riverside walkway with outdoor seating and a view of a waterfall.

14. Sheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls

11.9 km from Kent State University

Mohammad

5.277.888 ₫

6.082.766 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A garden with a fountain, neatly trimmed hedges, and a gazebo.

A room with a red sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a large potted plant.

A dining area with a round table, chairs, a fireplace, and a bookshelf.

A cozy living room with a piano, a coffee table, and various plants.

15. Rocking Horse Inn

8.2 km from Kent State University

Terry

4.051.296 ₫

4.051.296 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A hotel dining area with a bar, multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a television on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A compact kitchen area with a black refrigerator, a coffee machine, and a trash bin.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a minibar, a coffee station, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

16. Hampton Inn Stow

11.7 km from Kent State University

jean

2.617.212 ₫

3.016.336 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with orange chairs, a patterned booth, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, striped armchairs, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.

A reception desk with a modern design, featuring a wooden accent and a blue geometric wall behind it.

A hotel room with a living area, a dining area, a kitchenette, and a bedroom.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cleveland-Streetsboro by IHG

10.6 km from Kent State University

Jessica

2.845.920 ₫

3.215.889 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, a built-in sink, and a patterned sofa.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a landscaped area with plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a dark reception desk, orange walls, and a Pepsi sign. There are orange stools and a blue mat on the floor.

18. Motel 6 Streetsboro, OH

10.4 km from Kent State University

neil

1.293.600 ₫

1.461.769 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A restaurant with tables set for dining, a piano, and a chalkboard menu.

A multi-story building with a classic architectural design, featuring a large entrance and multiple windows.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple blue bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a glass elevator, and large windows.

19. BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

16.2 km from Kent State University

Justin

4.046.381 ₫

4.663.454 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a red armchair, a TV, and a lamp.

A modern kitchen with built-in appliances, a breakfast bar, and seating for guests.

A rectangular swimming pool with a white deck, surrounded by a white fence, and blue lounge chairs.

A small room with a bench, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and shelves with snacks.

20. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Streetsboro

11.6 km from Kent State University

Eugenia

2.923.536 ₫

3.303.596 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Kent State University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Akron Stow	9.4 Exceptional 852 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron	9.0 Wonderful 1,018 reviews	View
The Royal Inn & Suites	8.4 Very good 896 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 940 reviews	View

Top Kent State University Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Akron Fairlawn

8/10 Good

"Na"

The Royal Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Really good for a budget hotel. Happy with my stay"

Sheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice hotel sitting on a beautiful stream with waterfalls...... Highly recommend."

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cleveland Solon

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was nice"

The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great pool & super friendly staff!"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia

8/10 Good

"The rooms were clean but a little worn. They need to be updated with new furniture. The property was clean and properly maintained. The staff was very friendly and helpful and breakfast was good."

Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport

10/10 Excellent

"I’m just required to put 25 characters"

Quality Inn & Suites Richfield

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice no complaints love the pool area"

Other attractions near Kent State University

Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center

9.2/10 (22 reviews)

Catch an event at Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center during your trip to Kent. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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May 4th Visitor Center

8.8/10 (35 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at May 4th Visitor Center, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Kent. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Kenneth W. Berger Hearing Aid Museum and Archives

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Kenneth W. Berger Hearing Aid Museum and Archives in Kent. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Center for the Performing Arts

Enjoy an outing to Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Kent. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Kent State University Museum

9.0/10 (23 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Kent State University Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Kent. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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The Kent Stage

9.2/10 (44 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at The Kent Stage, a theatre with a story to tell in Kent. Discover the beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Haymaker Farmers’ Market

You can do some window-shopping at Haymaker Farmers’ Market during your trip to Kent. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Dix Stadium

8.8/10 (37 reviews)

Catch an event at Dix Stadium during your trip to Kent. Take in the festivals and waterfalls in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kent State University?

Kent State University is located in a family-friendly area of Kent known for its beautiful waterfalls. You'll find 25 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

How many hotels will I find close to Kent State University?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Kent State University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kent State University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Kent State University.

What can I see and do near Kent State University?

You can enjoy live performances at The Kent Stage and Porthouse Theatre. Create some family memories at Center for the Performing Arts and Birdie Shack Putt-R-Golf. At Twin Lakes - East Lake, Lake Pippen and Lake George, take some time to really appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Kent State University hotels

1. Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

2. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Akron Stow

3. Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron

4. The Royal Inn & Suites

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Cleveland Southeast/Streetsboro

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Stow

8. The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

9. Hilton Garden Inn Akron

10. Courtyard by Marriott Akron Stow

11. Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cleveland Streetsboro

13. Comfort Suites Hartville - North Canton

14. Sheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls

15. Rocking Horse Inn

16. Hampton Inn Stow

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cleveland-Streetsboro by IHG

18. Motel 6 Streetsboro, OH

19. BLU-Tique, Akron, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

20. Towneplace Suites By Marriott Streetsboro

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Top Kent State University Hotel Reviews

Spark by Hilton Akron Fairlawn

The Royal Inn & Suites

Sheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Cleveland Solon

The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia

Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Richfield

Other attractions near Kent State University

Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center

May 4th Visitor Center

Kenneth W. Berger Hearing Aid Museum and Archives

Center for the Performing Arts

Kent State University Museum

The Kent Stage

Haymaker Farmers’ Market

Dix Stadium

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