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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel in Kent with free breakfast and a fitness center

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 466
AED 527 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar

Room options

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

Standard Room

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

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

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)

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 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)

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
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)

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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Exterior

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
The price is AED 426
AED 482 total
includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
1215 Sanctuary View Dr, Kent, OH, 44240

What's nearby

  • Kent State University - 4 min drive
  • The Kent Stage - 7 min drive
  • AAA I-76 Antique Mall - 8 min drive
  • University of Akron - 14 min drive
  • Akron Civic Theater - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Akron-Canton Airport (CAK) - 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 near Kent State University
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, laundry facilities, and a gym. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (291 square feet)
  • 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 available
  • Braille signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free newspapers
  • 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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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)

We should mention

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)

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

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

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:30 AM.

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

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG located?

Situated in a rural location, this hotel is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Kent State University and within 6 mi (10 km) of Dix Stadium and Cuyahoga River. Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center and The Kent Stage are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 427 out of 696 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 202 out of 696 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 696 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 696 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 696 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

Jona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice clean room, and good breakfast options.
Stayed 4 nights 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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

Edward

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

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice stay..pleasant
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajneesh

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

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel very new
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Great stay. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

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

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

6/10 Okay

Grant

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean! The breakfast was nice and the staff is very pleasant. The pool could have been cleaner but my son was happy to splash away before bedtime.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Very clean, warm, professional staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, place is always impeccable, and the best continental breakfast.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
People were friendly and the location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

shawn

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

8/10 Good

Marcella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fireplace in the entrance was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Very clean and inviting!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean newer hotel. Very nice facility.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mostly good.
Nice place. Good breakfast. Bed was hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a wonderful and relaxing stay. Jason checked us in and was most delightful. The entire place was clean. Fantastic shower! Friendly staff. The breakfast buffet was served hot with plenty of selection. We would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a clean, safe, well appointed hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024