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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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Welcome to Holiday Inn Express, where a covered walkway and beautifully landscaped garden lead to the entrance.
Relax in the comfortable seating area with a fire pit, surrounded by a stylish pergola.
Enjoy a fully equipped kitchenette with a sink, dishwasher, microwave, and coffee maker.
Indulge in a diverse spread of baked goods, eggs, and omelets at our buffet.
Relax in the stylish lobby with comfortable armchairs and a cozy table setting.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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

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
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

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
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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

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
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

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-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
  • Free newspapers, a 24-hour front desk, and 1 meeting room
  • A computer station 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

Languages

English

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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

More

  • 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

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 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 Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG on Aug 24, 2025 start from CA $174.92, 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).

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 457 out of 747 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 747 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 747 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 747 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 747 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

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally clean, comfortable, updated, with great amenities and a very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, beds extremely comfortable and free breakfast was delicious. The only down fall was you can hear every move the room above you make. Was awoke at 645am with children running back and forth for over an hour.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, cookie cutter property. Needed upgrades
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property. Staff was super nice. Very quiet, comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the fact that they have a full breakfast and it’s free. It’s a very elegant hotel. Quiet as can be and yes, it is expensive but it’s worth it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randolph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

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

6/10 Okay

Lealon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff didn't keep my credit card on file
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

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

Great stay

Great hotel and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vivian

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

John

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

10/10 Excellent

Du T

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Terrence

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

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

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My stay was good. Other than not knowing or seeing that there was an additional $100 security deposit to pay when I got to the hotel. I enjoy the fact that I can book without paying upfront. It was clean, staff were nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

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

Dominique

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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