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Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

3.5 star property
Travelers recharge in this urban oasis with an indoor pool and spa tub - perfect for rejuvenating after exploring the surrounding attractions

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Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center, in the city's heart, offers a retreat after a day of exploration. Guests unwind in the indoor pool and spa, or visit nearby Kent State University. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, concierge services, and an on-site store.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(78 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • City view

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Desk, laptop workspace, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Kent, Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center is in the city center. Birdie Shack Putt-R-Golf and Roses Run Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Herrick Fen Nature Preserve. Ravenna Community Playground and ZipCity are also worth visiting. Visit our Kent travel guide
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215 S. Depeyster Street, 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
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cleveland, Ohio, USA Downtown Skyline
    Cuyahoga River
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Kent Stage
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kent State University Museum
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Haymaker Farmers’ Market
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Akron, OH (AKC-Akron Fulton Intl.)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • Barrio Tacos Kent
    2 min walk
  • Wendy's
  • Zephyr Pub
    4 min walk
  • Scribbles Coffee Co.
    6 min walk
  • EuroGyro
    1 min walk

About this property

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

Hotel in the city center
At Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center, you can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a bar and a 24-hour gym, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • An elevator, wedding services, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 94 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 45-inch LED TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, 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 and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (USD 14 per night)
  • Self parking on site (USD 14 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 50 for adults and USD 10 to 50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Nineteen10 Lounge

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (5,000 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar in shower (35 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (37 inches high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 50 for adults, and USD 10 to 50 for children
  • Self parking fee: USD 14.00 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 14.00 per night (100 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Kent
Kent Hotel
Kent State Hotel
Kent State University Hotel
Kent University Hotel
Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center Ohio
State University Hotel
Kent State University Hotel Conference Center
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center Kent
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center Hotel
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center Hotel Kent

Frequently asked questions

Is Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 75.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 14.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center located?

Located in the heart of Kent, this hotel is steps from Kent State University and The Kent Stage. Cuyahoga River and Haymaker Farmers’ Market are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 782 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1010 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was very friendly and helpful and our dinner was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply EXCELLENT. Clean, quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean & spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly & thoughtful front desk personnel. Room was very clean & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place clean and professional staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Living staff location and visit
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful and kind to our dogs and us. They made our stay very enjoyable. The room was comfortable and spacious. We were impressed by the cleanliness and the location. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed multiple times - great staff and location is perfect for visiting Kent State -
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice roomy and clean room. Pleasent staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service. The rooms were very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean amd spacious room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Well located if visiting Kent and Kent State.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candlelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful! Loved the hotel and the rooms. Service was great, and location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is great near kent state
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesome location with much to do around, great if you are bringing a dog too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff and very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super friendly, the restaurants food was phenomenal. The only issue was the pillows. They were so hard and uncomfortable. Other than that, the room was nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hui Yu

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

good stay.

It is clean, comfortable, and staff are nice. shops are nearby but I think some of them close early. Overall, it is good. I will stay again if price is right. It is close to the Kent state University.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Amenities
Only disappointment was that the pool was closed. Hotel restaurant had good food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hyunwoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy and service was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Georgene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location for the blues festival! Walked to all venues and the area of the hotel was very safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Stayed two nights with luxurious accommodations. Slept well at this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025