South Akron
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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.
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.
EJ Thomas Hall
You can make plans for a show at EJ Thomas Hall during your trip to Akron. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops 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 South Akron
Comfort Inn & Suites Cuyahoga Falls - Akron
Great stay overall. The front desk agent was extremely kind and welcoming, check-in was quick and efficient, and the room was clean and spacious. I’d happily stay here again.
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport
Very nice suite! Comfortable bed clean bathroom and most of all the breakfast was so good! Had a lot of the typical things at a hotel breakfast yogurt, bagels, muffins, make your own waffles etc.. The difference was made to order eggs with a variety of ingredients for omelettes.
Reviewed on 1 Feb, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cleveland Macedonia
Was an ok room. Staff was nice. Good breakfast. Not much to do otherwise a comfortable stay
Reviewed on 25 Jan, 2026
Hampton Inn Medina
Staff is Nice and Very Helpful
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026
Econo Lodge Cleveland Southeast - Kent
warm bed
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Canton Downtown
All staff went above and beyond from front desk. To Aaron who works in the bar.. Room was spotless..And we loved the cookies at check-in.
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Akron
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 Topgolf.
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.
East Akron
While there might not be top attractions in East Akron, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Derby Downs and Firestone Stadium.
Middlebury
When in Middlebury, you can plan a visit to EJ Thomas Hall and Akron Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sherbondy Hill
If you're spending some time in Sherbondy Hill, Akron Zoo and Perkins Park are top sights worth seeing.
West Hill
While visiting West Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Cuyahoga Valley National Park and The Glendale Steps.
