| surrounded by casual eateries, this low-key hotel is 1 mile from i-77 and 10 miles from the university of akron, in downtown. it's 30 miles from the pro football hall of fame. upgraded rooms add kitchenettes and/or whirlpool tubs. kids stay at no charge in a parent's room. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. other amenities consist of a bbq patio and coin-operated laundry facilities. freebies include parking, and continental breakfast served in a low-key dining room. straightforward rooms with a modern vibe feature free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, sitting areas, and tea and coffeemakers
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport 37 min
Brandywine Falls (23 min)
Scenic waterfall cascading 65 ft. into a lush gorge, with viewpoints from upper & lower boardwalks. Hinckley Lake (18 min) Akron Zoo (15 min)
50-acre zoo featuring 700+ species, a grizzly exhibit, a train & seasonal events. Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (16 min)
Historic house, museum, landscaped grounds & conservatory hosting an array of seasonal events. Sand Run Metro Park (14 min)
Park with wetland favored by naturalists for salamander-migration watching, plus skating & sledding. Blue Hen Falls (18 min)
Spectacular beauty spot named for the spring upstream that feeds this creek year-round. F.A. Seiberling Nature Realm (12 min) Cuyahoga Valley National Park (15 min)
33,000-acre park with hiking trails, bike paths, a scenic railroad & vast array of flora & fauna. Akron Art Museum (16 min)
Modern art, including photos, shown in a historic building with a dramatic glass & steel addition. Gorge Metro Park (19 min)
155-acre county park with trails, fishing & ice-skating, plus picnic areas with grills & restrooms. Boston Mills and Brandywine Ski Areas (18 min)
Trails for skiers & snowboarders of all skill levels, plus a terrain park & a snow tubing area. Cuyahoga Valley (21 min) Summit Metro Parks (17 min) Hale Farm & Village (16 min)
This 32-structure museum offers a glimpse of life in the 1860s via crafts, gardens & farm animals. Cleveland Metroparks Hinckley Reservation (16 min) | 
