Kent State University Over A Century of Education, Innovation, and Community
Founded in 1910, Kent State University has grown from a small teacher-training school into one of Ohio’s largest and most respected public universities. Over more than a century, the institution has expanded its academic programs, research initiatives, and regional presence while remaining deeply connected to the city of Kent.
Today the university offers more than 300 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across 10 colleges and serves nearly 40,000 students across its Kent campus and regional campuses throughout Ohio and beyond.
The university’s 941-acre campus remains the center of academic and cultural life in Kent, drawing prospective students, alumni, families, and visitors to the city throughout the year.
Hotel Near Kent State University Stay Steps from Campus in Kent, Ohio
The Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center is the closest hotel to Kent State University, located directly on the KSU campus in downtown Kent, Ohio. Our hotel provides convenient accommodations for campus visits, university events, prospective students, alumni returning to campus, and families visiting Kent State.
Guests enjoy comfortable rooms just steps from Kent State University and within walking distance of the restaurants, breweries, shops, and entertainment of downtown Kent.
Kent State University Alumni Welcome Back, Golden Flashes
Returning to Kent State University? The Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center welcomes alumni back to campus with comfortable accommodations just steps from KSU. Whether you're visiting for Homecoming, an alumni gathering, or simply returning to Kent to reconnect with friends and memories, our hotel places you right at the heart of campus life.
Located in downtown Kent and adjacent to Kent State University, our hotel makes it easy to walk to campus landmarks, explore local restaurants and breweries, and enjoy everything happening around KSU.
We invite all Golden Flashes to take advantage of our exclusive alumni rate when visiting Kent State.