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 Audio Tour
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Top hotels in West Akron
Quality Inn & Suites Medina - Akron West
"Maybe breakfast a little earlier"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
"The property is within walking distance of a number of food places so that's a plus. Also has a shopping area close by. Property is nice and clean. The breakfast biscuits were chef's kiss. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We left for the airport around 2 a.m. and we were met with a smile ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport
"Great place to stay,breakfast was excellent and staff very heñpful."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Canton
"Very clean Nice big rooms Great breakfast"
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Canton
"It was clean and comfortable"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Akron South
"The breakfast was the absolute best. Staff was great. We didn’t get to use the pool… need to open earlier and close later."
Reviewed on 3 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 Firestone Country Club.
West Hill
While visiting West Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cuyahoga Valley National Park and The Glendale Steps.
Northwest Akron
If you're spending some time in Northwest Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
