Northwest Akron Travel Guide
Akron
Visit Northwest Akron
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 Dog Park
After visiting Akron Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Akron.
University of Akron
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Akron during your trip to Akron. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in Northwest Akron
Wyndham Independence
I have stayed in this hotel many times before and this was the first time I was a little disappointed. The ice machines were not working. We were not told at check-in and had to find out. The room was clean but when went to use the shower black stuff came out of the drain.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Strongsville Cleveland
Nice hotel!!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
Room was clean, staff was very friendly, only issue/inconvenience I had was that the ice machine on my floor did not work - other than that everything was great. Pretty convenient location as well!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Comfort Inn Independence - Cleveland
Room was clean, staff was welcoming
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Cleveland-S Independence by IHG
It was great other than the kids running around after midnight, and all the drunks being very loud in the hallway every hour through 5am.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus North Canton Inn & Suites
We stayed for three nights and found a few positives but many drawbacks. The staff were very kind and helpful, and our teens enjoyed the pool despite the water being quite cold. Unfortunately, the room was extremely dated and had several issues, including a strong odor similar to a wet dog, a wall ...
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest Akron
Merriman Valley
If you're spending some time in Merriman Valley, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga River are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Fairlawn Heights
While Fairlawn Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Summit Mall and AMF Riviera Lanes.
West Hill
While visiting West Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cuyahoga Valley National Park and The Glendale Steps.
West Akron
If you're spending some time in West Akron, Akron Zoo and Perkins Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
