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- Our hotel comes with an indoor pool
- Free breakfast available
- Fitness center on property
- Hotel has 94 rooms
- Hotel has 4 floors
- Hotel has 4 suites
- Check in time: 3:00pm
- Group score of 7.5/10
- Hotel has 4 meeting rooms
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
Kent State University Dix Stadium Derby Downs Akron Art Museum Hard Rock Rocksino University of Akron James A. Rhodes Arena Akron Amtrak Station Akron Civic Theater Stan Hewett Hall & Gardens Akron Zoo Firestone Country Club and Golf Course Pro Football Hall of Fame Akron-Canton Regional Airport
Map Location of Kent State Hotel & Conference Center
Verified Reviews of Kent State Hotel & Conference Center
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Nice"
Overall Score4.0/ 5
Friendly staff and clean room.
Molly T. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
05-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Oct 31 to Sun Nov 03 2024 at a $155.10 average nightly rate. 
"Poor customer Service, Loud, Dirty."
Overall Score2.0/ 5
Problems with reservation, multiple attempts to correct with no resolution. Management not willing to make amends and rude interactions from two different staff members. Loud Overheard both sides of a phone conversation in an adjoining room walls are so thin no privacy. Stains on bedding.
Kimberly C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
23-Jul-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jul 19 to Sun Jul 21 2024 at a $179.10 average nightly rate. "Room was good."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
The room was good.
Stephen A. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
18-Mar-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Mar 14 to Fri Mar 15 2024 at a $141.55 average nightly rate. Property Description
The Kent Hotel is a first-class boutique property with 94 elegantly appointed guest rooms, 3 Executive Suites and 1 Presidential Suite - all within walking distance to the new shops & restaurants in downtown Kent. The KSU Hotel & Conference Center's Pizzuti Grand Ballroom accommodates about 250 guests in its entirety or can be divided into 3 separate sections for smaller functions. Please note that all service, set-up, linens (your choice of colors), sound system, use of a projector/screen and podium/microphone is included with your event booking.The Kent State University hotel is like nothing you've ever experienced before. Highlights of the hotel include: complimentary continental breakfast each morning of your stay, iPhone/iPad docking stations, refrigerator, microwave, Starbucks coffee in every room, complimentary Wifi throughout the hotel, heated indoor pool & whirlpool and 24 workout facility, 5,000 square feet of Conference and Event space, superb dining at Zena's Restaurant and our Nineteen10 Bar & Lounge, self-laundry and bus parking available
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 3:00pm |
| Check Out: | 11:00am |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2013 |
| Floors: | 4 |
| Rooms: | 94 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 94 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 4 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Don't Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 4 View Spaces |
| Meeting Space: | 6206 sq. feet |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 5000 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 3.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 3.0 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 4:00pm - 12:00am |
| Pool Info: Heated Indoor Salt Water pool and Whirlpool | |
| Ownership: | Downtown Kent Hotel LLC |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Group bookings have 48 hours to cancel prior to arrival unless attrition costs have been stated in group contract. | |
| Total Taxes: | 13.25% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $0.00 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| State Tax: | 7.25 Per Night |
| Occupancy Tax: | 6.00 Per Night |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- ATM
- Bus parking
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Credit card accepted: JCB
- Dinner available
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry facilities
- Licensed bar
- Movies in room
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Restaurant
- Shower
- Swimming pool - indoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- Terrace
- Voicemail
- Shop
Airport & Shuttle Information
Akron-Canton Airport - 24.9 milesCleveland Hopkins Airport - 39.3 miles
Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.Breakfast Information
Complimentary Continental Breakfast is available or for an additional fee you may order from the traditional breakfast menu.
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
$10 per vehicle for overnight parking in PARTA garage. Self parking available on street where available.Day parking in PARTA garage is per hour.
Internet / WiFI
Complimentary
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: Tree City Coffee & Pastry - Start your day with freshly brewed coffee and a variety of pastries. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Franklin Hotel Bar - Grab a quick and tasty lunch at this cozy bar. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Bricco Kent - Enjoy delicious Italian cuisine in a modern setting. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Kent State University Museum - Explore a diverse collection of fashion and decorative arts. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Fresco Mexican Grill & Salsa Bar - Start your day with flavorful Mexican breakfast options. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Ray's Place - Enjoy classic American pub food and a wide selection of beers. Located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Treno Ristorante - Indulge in authentic Italian dishes in a charming atmosphere. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Kent State University Golf Course - Play a round of golf at this scenic course. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
- Breakfast: Wild Goats Cafe - Fuel up with a hearty breakfast and specialty coffee. Located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
- Lunch: Popped! - Try unique gourmet popcorn flavors for a quick and tasty lunch. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
- Dinner: Bistro on Main - Savor contemporary American cuisine in an elegant setting. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.
- Activity: Kent State University Ice Arena - Enjoy ice skating or watch a hockey game at this indoor arena. Located 1.5 miles from the hotel.
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Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Kent State Hotel & Conference Center
Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Kent State Hotel & Conference Center.
Feel free to use the Kent State Hotel & Conference Center meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Kent event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.
| Meeting Room Name | L x W x H (Feet) | Size (sqft.) | Banquet 5'/6'  | Crescent | Classroom | Hollow Square  | U-Shape | Boardroom | Convention 8'/10'  | Theater | Reception | Regist. Desk  |
| Boardroom | 19 x 26 x 12 | 494 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 10 | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This BoardroomRoom Type: Boardroom Total Size: 494 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 19 x 26 x 12 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Windows: 4 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Pizzuti Grand Ballroom | 48 x 94 x 14 | 4512 | 375/375 | 126 | 188 | 108 | 116 | -- | 30/30 | 501 | 451 | 451 |
Close This Pizzuti Grand BallroomRoom Type: Ballroom Total Size: 4512 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 48 x 94 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: Ground Level Windows: 3 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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| Terrace | 30 x 45 x 0 | 1200 | 24/50 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | --/-- | -- | -- | -- |
Close This TerraceRoom Type: Outdoor Miscellaneous Total Size: 1200 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 30 x 45 x 0 Ft. Floor Level: 2 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? No Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? No Amenities Available
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| Kent, Dix or McGilvrey | 31 x 48 x 14 | 1488 | 70/-- | 42 | 97 | -- | 40 | -- | --/10 | 169 | 149 | 149 |
Close This Kent, Dix or McGilvreyRoom Type: Ballroom Section Total Size: 1488 Sq. Mi Dimensions: 31 x 48 x 14 Ft. Floor Level: 1 Windows: 3 Natural Light?: Yes Obstructions? No Built In Screens? Yes Built In Stage? No Built In A/V? Yes Amenities Available
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FAQs about Kent State Hotel & Conference Center
What time is check in?
Check in time is 3:00pm based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 11:00am based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Kent State Hotel & Conference Center have?
There are 94 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
Is there any meeting space at Kent State Hotel & Conference Center?
Yes, they have 4 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.
What kind of breakfast is at Kent State Hotel & Conference Center?
Complimentary Continental Breakfast is available or for an additional fee you may order from the traditional breakfast menu.
What parking is available at Kent State Hotel & Conference Center?
$10 per vehicle for overnight parking in PARTA garage. Self parking available on street where available.Day parking in PARTA garage is per hour.
How much does internet cost?
Complimentary
Is there a gym at Kent State Hotel & Conference Center?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Kent State Hotel & Conference Center?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Heated Indoor Salt Water pool and Whirlpool.
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