Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

Hotel in Kent with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area offers a peaceful rural retreat with practical comforts. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, indoor pool, WiFi, daily papers, and a gym to maintain their workout routine.

Wonderful

Popular amenities

Pool
Housekeeping
Laundry
Air conditioning

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Tomorrow

Oct 6 - Oct 7

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 9 of 9 rooms

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed - double

Hair dryer

Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Jetted bathtub

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Microwave

Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

Flat-screen TV

Sofa bed - double

Hair dryer

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Kent, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG is in a rural area. Blossom Music Center and The Kent Stage are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Haymaker Farmers’ Market and Chapel Hill Mall. Birdie Shack Putt-R-Golf and AAA I-76 Antique Mall are also worth visiting.

Visit our Kent travel guide

1215 Sanctuary View Dr, Kent, OH, 44240

What's nearby

Kent State University - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
Kent State University Museum - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
The Kent Stage - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
Dix Stadium - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
University of Akron - 15 min drive - 13.1 miles

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
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
‪Mike's Place - ‬3 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 24-hour front desk, a computer station, and free newspapers
1 meeting room and a front-desk safe
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

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$113 nightly

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Total with taxes and fees

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

Gym
Indoor pool

Family friendly

In-room crib
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 center
291 square feet of conference space
Computer station
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

1 building
3 floors

Room amenities

Bedroom

Free crib
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

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 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

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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.

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

As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG on Nov 2, 2025 start from $113.0, excluding 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 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 Haymaker Farmers’ Market. Cuyahoga River and Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).