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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Kent with free breakfast and fitness centre

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Exterior
1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Lobby
Property amenity

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$210
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

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1215 Sanctuary View Dr, Kent, OH, 44240
  • Kent State University
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • The Kent Stage
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • University of Akron
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Akron, OH (CAK-Akron-Canton)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll In Shower)

1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll In Shower)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Kent

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG, you'll be 23.8 km (14.8 mi) from Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Kent hotel include Kent State University and University of Akron.

What's nearby

  • Kent State University - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • The Kent Stage - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Dix Stadium - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • AAA I-76 Antique Mall - 7 min drive - 11.1 km
  • University of Akron - 15 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Akron, OH (CAK-Akron-Canton) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

Hotel in Kent with free breakfast and fitness centre
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, laundry facilities, and a front desk safe. Self parking is free.
  • 1 building
  • 74 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 27 sq. m of conference space
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG offers 74 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers.

This Kent hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Kent State University
Holiday Inn Express Hotel State University
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Kent State University
Inn Express State University
Holiday Inn Express Suites Kent University Area
Holiday Inn Express Suites Kent University Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Kent State University
Holiday Inn Express Suites Kent University Area an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG Kent
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG?

As of 12 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG on 22 June 2025 start from AU$210.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG has a free self car park.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG has an indoor pool.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet breakfast is offered at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 447 out of 730 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 730 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 730 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 730 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 730 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient. Modern. Clean. Quiet. Breakfast options were amazing as they had lactose, gluten, and protein packed items.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beds were extremely comfortable. Rooms were very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krista

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean facility, very friendly and thorough in ensuring guests are happy. Breakfast was great too, lots of options for all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

DAVID

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as advertised. I chose location due to having indoor pool. Being early march in northern ohio indoor seemed like best option for swimming. Sign on door says pool closed. No dining or lounge within ealking distance, just a few convenience stores. Television had a very extensive printed lust of channels on desk. Not sure why they would print a list of unavailable channels. Room guide offers vending machines, however all machines are empty and a small shelf in lobby with an extremely limited selection of snacks and drinks. I travel to the area frequently on business and will not make the mistake of booking here again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

No pool open

The hotel itself was great, but they never informed us the pool was closed prior to our stay. I had very upset children that had swim suits packed. So we left after 2 hours and went to another hotel with an open pool. We traveled 2 hours for the hotel and were disappointed. We ahould have been notified.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

tamika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Grant

Travelled with family and small children
The breakfast was terrible. Food was cold, had to wait a while to get fresh food. But overall hotel and room was very clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

4 Day Stay

We have stayed here everytime! The room was great, and the staff are friendly and professional. There is minimal noise heard from the room. We recommend this place if you are looking to book!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stay was pleasant. Nice Staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

maren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room. The blinds are a little hard to use.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would stay again.

Great stay. Super friendly staff. Clean, convenient to highway. Pool is average but fun for kids. Breakfast is pretty decent all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jona

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice clean room, and good breakfast options.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and clean. The entire staff, especially the maid services, plus front desk & kitchen were friendly, competent and hard working. It all made our stay a very enjoyable and pleasant experience. Thanks to Holiday Inn- Kent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pleasantly surprised in the building, inside and out. The room was immaculate and big! The clerk at the check-in desk was so friendly and accommodating. The breakfast bar was very eye-pleasing and tasty. I would highly recommend this Holiday Inn Express.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

muhammad, Sylvania

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jeevan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great staff, good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Krista

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

All the comforts of home

Large room with high ceilings. Separate desk for working, a good sized fridge, and microwave. Breakfast (included) was excellent and staff were all exceptionally nice and helpful. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajneesh, Columbus

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean properly, nice pool, courteous, efficient and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia, Bay Village

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very clean. felt a bit unsafe by customers
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast offered was excellent! Overall very pleased with the service.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024