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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.

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

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.

1. Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

1.3 km from Kent State University

Ashutosh

₩149,829

₩169,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a reception desk, seating area, and a fireplace.

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

4.1 km from Kent State University

Amber M

₩142,120

₩160,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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

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

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.

3. Comfort Suites Hartville - North Canton

19.7 km from Kent State University

Anna Lee

₩147,013

₩169,800 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cleveland Streetsboro

11.6 km from Kent State University

rose

₩164,001

₩185,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

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 bar area with a counter, stools, and a variety of bottles.

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

5. The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

18.8 km from Kent State University

Steven

₩118,656

₩134,088 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, yellow chairs, and a brick building in the background.

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

A multi-level interior with a staircase, seating area, and artwork on the wall.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, green umbrellas, and a brick building in the background.

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Cleveland Southeast/Streetsboro

11.4 km from Kent State University

Cynthia

₩163,813

₩185,109 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 seating area with a stone fire feature, string lights, and a view of the pool.

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

Deborah

₩174,807

₩201,464 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a patterned wall.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Akron Stow

12 km from Kent State University

Brandon

₩152,202

₩175,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

A vending machine with a Pepsi advertisement and another vending machine with snacks.

9. The Royal Inn & Suites

11.7 km from Kent State University

Keith

₩95,327

₩109,865 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A bedroom with a wooden dresser, a vanity with a mirror, a television, and a decorative wreath on the wall.

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

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

10. Rocking Horse Inn

8.2 km from Kent State University

Terry

₩209,948

₩209,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A hotel lobby with a long wooden reception desk, several seating areas including a sofa and chairs, and a large window with sheer curtains.

A large indoor swimming pool with multiple lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by windows and a clock on the wall.

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a barbecue grill, and a brick building with multiple windows.

A hotel lobby with a central seating area, a bar, and a dining area.

11. Staybridge Suites Akron-Stow-Cuyahoga Falls by IHG

12.2 km from Kent State University

Susannah

₩174,298

₩200,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel entrance with a covered entrance, a number '1307' above the doors, and a brick facade.

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

A hotel shop with shelves stocked with snacks, a refrigerated display, and a coffee machine.

An outdoor patio with a covered seating area, a long table with chairs, and a building with large windows and exterior lighting.

12. Hilton Garden Inn Akron

14.8 km from Kent State University

Jamie

₩174,807

₩201,465 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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.

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a green roof, multiple floors, and a covered entrance.

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron

12.1 km from Kent State University

Laurie

₩141,208

₩162,742 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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 multi-story hotel with a prominent "Fairfield" sign, a covered entrance, and a parking lot.

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.

14. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Akron Stow

12.3 km from Kent State University

michelle

₩158,409

₩182,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a towel rack.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a red armchair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a small table. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a view of the kitchen area in the background.

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Streetsboro - Kent

10.4 km from Kent State University

ELAINE

₩154,481

₩174,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a beige armchair, a desk, and a large window offering a city view.

16. Hampton Inn Stow

11.7 km from Kent State University

Geoffrey

₩139,371

₩160,624 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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

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

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.

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

10.6 km from Kent State University

Jessica

₩170,275

₩192,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

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

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple floors, and a decorative fountain.

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

18. Sheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls

11.9 km from Kent State University

Gloriastine

₩239,324

₩275,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A reception area with a stone accent wall, a clock, and a sign for Days Inn.

A hotel bathroom with a granite sink, a large mirror, a toilet, and a bathtub.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and artwork on the walls.

A Days Inn with a stone facade, a blue roof, and a clear sky.

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Kent - Akron

4.2 km from Kent State University

Daryl

₩83,194

₩94,010 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hot tub under a wooden structure with a safety sign, a clock, and a grill in the background.

A living room with a fireplace, a clock, and a bookshelf filled with books and DVDs.

A vending machine stocked with various beverages including sodas, sparkling juices, and iced teas.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a decorative ceiling light. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a microwave.

20. Berrodin Bed & Breakfast

18 km from Kent State University

Michele

₩150,834

₩150,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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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 1,018 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 927 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Hartville - North Canton	9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cleveland Streetsboro	8.8 Excellent 808 reviews	View
The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 804 reviews	View

Top Kent State University Hotel Reviews

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

10/10 Excellent

"Súper clean, friendly helpful staff, easy parking, located in a heart of Kent. Bed and bedding so comfy! Would definitely stay here again."

The Royal Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"It was fine, nothing fancy, bed was weird"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel very nice with a great price"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia

8/10 Good

"Very nice hotel. Would stay there again."

Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent

10/10 Excellent

"We liked it well enough that we booked again for the return trip!"

Hilton Garden Inn Akron Canton Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Thank you Canton Airport Hilton … our stay was amazing we stayed as a wedding group for my nieces wedding the staff was amazing and the location was well kept."

Baymont by Wyndham Copley Akron

8/10 Good

"For price the amenity was good but the front desk said $50 for one extra blanket. The breakfast items weee not enough for choices"

The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"If youre looking for a nice, quiet hotel off the grid with a fancy hotel feel, this is the place. Very nice bar/restaurant, amazing swimming pool, very close to Aurora Farms shopping outlet & the staff was amazing. 10/10"

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 savor 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 travels to 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 savor 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 savor 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 theater 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 enjoy retail therapy at Haymaker Farmers’ Market during your visit to Kent. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor 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.

What's the best place to stay near Kent State University?

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness center. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Kent State University. Other good options in the area include The Royal Inn & Suites and Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Kent State University?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodations 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! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Kent State University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kent State University?

For more details about updating your stay near Kent State University or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

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 Lake George, Twin Lakes - East Lake, and Lake Rockwell, 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. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

3. Comfort Suites Hartville - North Canton

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Cleveland Streetsboro

5. The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Cleveland Southeast/Streetsboro

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Stow

8. Courtyard by Marriott Akron Stow

9. The Royal Inn & Suites

10. Rocking Horse Inn

11. Staybridge Suites Akron-Stow-Cuyahoga Falls by IHG

12. Hilton Garden Inn Akron

13. Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron

14. Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Akron Stow

15. Comfort Inn & Suites Streetsboro - Kent

16. Hampton Inn Stow

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

18. Sheraton Suites Akron Cuyahoga Falls

19. Days Inn by Wyndham Kent - Akron

20. Berrodin Bed & Breakfast

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Top Kent State University Hotel Reviews

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

The Royal Inn & Suites

Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia

Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent

Hilton Garden Inn Akron Canton Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Copley Akron

The Aurora - a Boutique Hotel

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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