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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Kent hotel with indoor pool

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Exterior
Free buffet breakfast
Lobby
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Property amenity
Located in a rural setting, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area offers an inviting retreat with a free breakfast buffet and refreshing indoor pool. Connect to WiFi, unwind with newspapers or stay active at the gym.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Indoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room
  • Free newspapers in the lobby

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
$127 nightly
The total price is $144
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1215 Sanctuary View Dr, Kent, OH, 44240

What's nearby

  • Kent State University - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Kent State University Museum - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • The Kent Stage - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Dix Stadium - 6 min drive - 6.4 km
  • University of Akron - 15 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Akron, OH (AKC-Akron Fulton Intl.) - 14 min drive
  • Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Arby's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Place - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Kent State University and University of Akron. For a bit of exercise, you can visit the fitness center or go for a swim in the indoor pool. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 74 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (291 square feet)

Services

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

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fitness center
  • An indoor pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

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

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG and nearby?

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

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast options were excellent, plentiful, and catered to various dietary needs. (29 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location great breakfast
Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Family Trip

Great place to stay and relax after a long day's drive! The Fitness Center was excellent as was the breakfast!
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptionally clean, comfortable, updated, with great amenities and a very friendly staff
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great property. Staff was super nice. Very quiet, comfortable stay
Kathy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay
Barbara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was the break I needed.
Maurice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Great hotel and location
Kristine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, clean facility, very friendly and thorough in ensuring guests are happy. Breakfast was great too, lots of options for all.
Krista, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean rooms, great staff, good breakfast
Jeevan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

friendly staff
Randolph, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay..pleasant
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, nice clean room, and good breakfast options.
Jona, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Great breakfast.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

beds were extremely comfortable. Rooms were very clean
Vivian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, place is always impeccable, and the best continental breakfast.
Judith, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Terrence, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome hotel

This is my second time stay here,The staff was amazing, very Friendly and helpful, as you walk in and the hotel is very clean in my room is very clean. The breakfast was ok and if you don't like the choices they have for breakfast you can always go to Sheetz across the street
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

People were friendly and the location was great.
Dominique, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was good
Du T, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay was pleasant. Nice Staff
Pamela, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The property was very clean & convenient location. Checking in was a little different. The clerk was rude & very dismissive. The hotel's amenities were very good, but there's no excuse for rudeness in the hospitality industry.
Lealon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good hotel very new
JAMES, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

nice setting, clean, well lit. Friendly check in clerk. Room was clean and spacious. Shower had loud whining and low water pressure.
Keith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great experience. Would definitely stay again!
Jennifer, 2-night trip