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Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center is a ballroom in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Although this venue is connected to the Kent State University campus, couples need not have an affiliation with the school to choose this modern city ballroom. Couples will find this hotel approximately 50 minutes from downtown Cleveland.

Facilities and Capacity
This space has the ability to host intimate affairs or grand celebrations for couples, with a maximum capacity of 250 guests. Couples can take advantage of Kent State University’s modern and well-landscaped property for wedding photos and even ceremonies before arriving at the Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center for their reception. Indoor ceremonies can also be held at this venue. The hotel’s Pizzuti grand ballroom transforms into the ideal wedding space for any event, from ceremonies and receptions to bridal showers, engagement parties or rehearsal dinners. This ballroom features a wide-open dance floor and simple, neutral decor. The lobby and entrance way of the hotel showcase large windows for bright natural light, while the open-air terrace allows couples and guests to enjoy fresh air and city views.

Services Offered
A wedding coordinator helps couples turn the simple Pizzuti grand ballroom into the wedding scene of their dreams. The hotel offers flowers, linens and other special touches that allow couples to customize their day. Other services at this venue include:

  • Accommodations
  • Audio equipment
  • Chairs
  • Event planning
  • Event rentals
  • Furniture
  • Parking
  • Tables


Accommodation
Out-of-town guests can rest easy with room blocks at the Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center. All rooms provide comfort, modern amenities and the university’s iconic navy blue and gold color scheme. The Executive and Presidential Suites offer additional luxuries such as a parlor area, balcony and Jacuzzi tub.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$24

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Hotel

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Event Planner
Event Rentals

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Chair Covers
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

Reviews of Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

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Jamie Sent on 08/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfectly located wedding venue!

We used the hotel for our wedding ceremony and reception and everything was wonderful. I worked with Mary and Brittany for planning, and they were very responsive and had everything running smoothly the day of. I appreciated that they hosted a group event for tasting the food options, so we got to try a lot of different dishes before picking the final menu. They also went the extra mile to print out detailed menu signs for the dinner so that all allergens were clearly listed for those guests with dietary restrictions. The hotel rooms are also nice and having a block of rooms already reserved was great for our guests. I am so glad we chose the hotel for our wedding venue!
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Brittany Sent on 06/22/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Kent State Hotel is everything we could have hoped for!

We are so pleased with our experience with Mary and the Kent State Hotel and Conference Center team for our wedding day. The venue is modern and absolutely beautiful, and was very spacious for our 180 guests for the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception. The hotel offers a variety of wedding packages based on your wants and needs, and each was able to be modified to fit any of our requests. Having our wedding hosted by a hotel created such an easy flow for our guests, and the rooms there are just beautiful. The planning process was smooth as Mary coordinated with many of our outside vendors leading up to the wedding. On our wedding day, every detail was taken care of for us. The team provided all of the set up and tear down with our vendors exactly how we imagined it, which truly put us at ease, and allowed us to really enjoy our special day. The food was great, and we received such kind feedback from our guests on the entire experience. We highly recommend the Kent State Hotel and Conference Center for your wedding day.
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David Sent on 11/18/2016
5 out of 5 rating
The KSU Hotel and Conference Center hosted our daughters 16th birthday party. It was a fabulous event. It was a themed 1920's party. The decorations were spot on. The food was terrific, the service was wonderful. From the music, video, dancing, and even a awesome hot coco bar that was set up, they could not have done a better job making her feel special. She has a severe allergy to certain foods and the Chef and staff took great care in making everything safe for her. We felt so cared for. All of her friends raved about the party. We will be back for the next 16th birthday party shortly approaching our next daughter.
Allison
Allison Sent on 10/22/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We are extremely pleased with our entire experience with Sage Culley and the Kent State Hotel and Conference Center. We recently were married and our wedding reception was at the hotel. From the first contact with Sage to the last detail on our wedding night, the care and hard work that was put forth was outstanding! Our guests loved the food & drinks, the personal touches the staff helped us put together and the overall look and feel of the night. It was perfect and we wouldn't have changed a thing!
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David Sent on 10/19/2016
5 out of 5 rating
This was for a conference and not a wedding, but they did a great job of taking care of our attendees.
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User2666440 Sent on 06/29/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We had our heart set on this venue and we were ecstatic with our choice. The pre-planning, setup, food, attentiveness & service were beyond compare.
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Stefanie Sent on 07/20/2015
4.9 out of 5 rating
Sage was so helpful and accommodating to what I wanted for my wedding. Any questions we had she answered. The food was amazing! our guests loved the food. My only complaint was that I found out that 1 of the bartenders disappeared for a while and that they didn't want to bring out a new bottle of the vodka we asked for and substituted it for something else. One bartender was telling people they were out of stuff instead of getting more. Other than the small problem at the bar, my wedding was everything I wanted and more.
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Andrew Sent on 10/24/2016
4.8 out of 5 rating
My wife and I were extremely pleased with our choice to use Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center to host our reception! One of the biggest things we were looking for in a venue was a great location for many of our out-of-town guests. The majority of our friends and family stayed at the hotel and it was a great location for people to enjoy the restaurants, bars, and shops that were all within walking distance. The guests also loved catching up at the Hotel Bar on Friday night and enjoyed the complimentary breakfast, which provided the perfect opportunity to see our guests off and thank them for coming one last time.

We worked with Sage, the Sales and Catering Manager, for the past year and she has been a tremendous help. She was very professional, flexible, and willing to help go over every detail of the wedding with us. The food served at the Conference Center was excellent with great portions! We have received numerous compliments on the dual-plated steak and chicken dinner and appetizers that were served.

Overall, we are thoroughly impressed with the Kent State Hotel and Conference Center. At least ten different people told us that it was one of the best (if not the best) weddings they have been to in a long time. Some of our friends and family even said that they were going to use our wedding as a blueprint for theirs and have it at the Conference Center in the future. We recommend this venue if you are looking for a great location for your guests, a new and innovative ballroom, delicious food, and friendly and helpful staff. We are forever grateful for this perfect day!

Andrew and Amber
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User2659086 Sent on 06/23/2016
4.4 out of 5 rating
Very convenient to use this venue for both the wedding and reception. Much easier for wedding party, as well as guests. Lovely location, and excellent service from all involved (i.e. sales staff, hotel staff).
Located in the heart of downtown Kent, so walking distance to shopping, other restaurants, nightlife.
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Stephanie Sent on 01/14/2015
4.4 out of 5 rating
I got married on New Years 2014 at Kent State Hotel and from start to finish the experience was wonderful. Diana was my coordinator and was consistantly quick to respond and very flexible with all of our requests and need. The day of was flawless. They coordinated the event perfectly and without issue. The food was AMAZING. Not one complaint from our 150 guests. I highly recommend Kent State Hotel to anyone looking to have a beautiful event.
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Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center frequently asked questions

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Hotel
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Chair Covers
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center is recommended by 87% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.3 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.4 in flexibility, 4.4 in professionalism, 4.3 in quality of service, 4.3 in average response time and 4.3 in value.
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