West Akron Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Akron Civic Theater
You can enjoy a show at Akron Civic Theater during your trip to Akron. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens during your travels in Akron. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
Summit Mall
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Summit Mall during your visit to Fairlawn. Visit the shops in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Cuyahoga River
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Cuyahoga River during your travels in Merriman Valley.
Akron Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Akron Zoo during your travels in Akron. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Perkins Park
Explore the great outdoors at Perkins Park, a lovely green space in Akron. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
Things to do
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Discover US East Coast Self Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in West Akron
Courtyard by Marriott Canton
"The staff were so friendly and kind. Made the experience better walking in after a long drive in. The room was clean and honestly extremely comfortable beds, amenities were great, and the Bistro was a great touch to the hotel. Best wishes to the staff as they serve North Canton, and would highly ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
"Awesome service and the rooms are fabulous"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Akron Stow
"Booked a room sent my brother there to check in after working all day. The reservation got canceled, took the money out of my account and still haven't seen the refund"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center
"Our hotel stay was excellent, and we have no complaints. The staff was attentive, friendly, and always willing to help. Our room was clean, well-maintained, and very comfortable. The bed was especially comfortable, allowing us to get a great night’s sleep each night. Overall, we had a pleasant and ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Canton
"Could've been more to the Happy Hour. Little bitty discount and no snack. But everything else was great."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Akron South
"The room was very clean, the lobby and walkways well lit. They even had a night lamp in the bathroom that we used for the main room that we stayed in. I checked in around midnight with my family and the staff was superb, friendly and welcoming."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in West Akron
Downtown Akron
Downtown Akron is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal Park and EJ Thomas Hall.
Merriman Valley
If you're spending some time in Merriman Valley, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River are top sights worth seeing.
Firestone Park
While there might not be top attractions in Firestone Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Firestone Stadium and North American Indian Cultural Center.
Highland Square
You'll enjoy the museums and historical sites in Highland Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Dr. Bob's Home or Highland Theater.
North Hill
While North Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Akron Art Museum and Chapel Hill Mall.
