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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Travelers start their day with a hearty breakfast before taking a refreshing dip in the indoor pool - perfect after a day of exploring the Kent area

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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.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is S$161
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Room options

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

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/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 cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room

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

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Located in Kent, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG is in a rural area. The Kent Stage and Kent State University Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Haymaker Farmers’ Market and Chapel Hill Mall. Center for the Performing Arts and Birdie Shack Putt-R-Golf are also worth visiting. Visit our Kent travel guide
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1215 Sanctuary View Dr, Kent, OH, 44240

What's nearby

  • A preserved landscape on the Kent State campus, honoring the shooting victims of May 4th, 1970
    Kent State University
    2 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Dix Stadium
    5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • AAA I-76 Antique Mall
    6 min drive - 11.1 km
  • The Kent Stage
    6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Kent State University Museum
    7 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Subway
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Panera Bread
    4 min drive
  • Circle K
    2 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG

Hotel in a rural location
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 centre are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Free newspapers, a front desk safe and a computer station
  • A 24-hour front desk and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 74 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with hairdryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room 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
  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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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Inn Express State University
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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
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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 14 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Kent - University Area by IHG on 29 Mar, 2026 start from S$161, 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 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?

Checkout 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 miles (10 km) of Dix Stadium and Haymaker Farmers’ Market. Cuyahoga River and Memorial Athletic and Convocation Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

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

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 513 out of 822 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 822 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 822 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 822 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 822 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SABRINA DAWN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was courteous and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff helpful and friendly. Breakfast was good too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Baffour

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly at check-in and check-out
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Munther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean amazing staff the pool worms and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kennard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and spotless
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were spotless. Quick check in.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and staff was great!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was excellent, the staff was friendly, the breakfast was good. The only problem I had, and it was all on me, but the young lady at the desk when I checked in was friendly but I had a lot of trouble understanding her. I have double hearing aids and had to ask her to repeat herself. But overall it was a really good stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Helen

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

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is great and clean. The other guests were rude in the floor above us and down the hall. They were noisy until 3 am and kept us up. You could hear what was going on between the wall and floors.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very helpful. The room was a bit wore But suitable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great visit - the staff was helpful and friendly, hotel is clean, and in a good location! We will be back to visit!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff very accommodating for all needs. Great room, shower was hot and great pressure. Really checks all the boxes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 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

Kristine

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

Great stay

Great hotel and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Elithe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service. Breakfast was good but not celiac-friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 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

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

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

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great ,most of staff is friendly. The only thing that shocked me was, the staff at the hotel "swiped" my credit card and charged me, but would not provide me with a receipt. Then at checkout after my stay , i tried to request a receipt for my stay. the Male staff member said "sorry we cannot give you a receipt. you will need to contact expedia for one". So i have to keep an eye out on my credit card charges to make sure this hotel credits the $100 hold back onto my credit card.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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

Paul

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