Explorer Rest & Recreation

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Located close to Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky, Explorer Rest & Recreation provides a firepit. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a wooden bed, a headboard with a colorful pattern, a bedside table, a lamp, and a red door.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bunk bed room with a wooden headboard, a colorful wall decoration, and a suitcase on the floor.

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(32 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Executive Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Two people lying on a bed with a plaid headboard, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a plain wall.

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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A living room with a dark blue sofa, a light grey armchair, a white table with four white chairs, a floor lamp, and a potted plant.

Family Cabin

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden table, and a mirror.

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a red door, and a window.

Premier Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 400 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
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About the area

Sandusky is home to Explorer Rest & Recreation. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Osborn MetroPark, while Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky and Cedar Point are popular area attractions. Don't miss out on a visit to Kalahari Waterpark Resort. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Sandusky travel guide
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2227 Cleveland Rd W, Sandusky, OH, 44870

What's nearby

  • A boat named 'GOODTIME I' with multiple flags, including the American flag, sailing on water with roller coasters in the background.
    Sandusky Bay
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • A coastal amusement park with roller coasters and a Ferris wheel.
    Cedar Point
    8 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark
    14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cedar Point Sports Center
    19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center
    19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station
    9 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cheers Sports Bar & Grill
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Texas Roadhouse
    6 min drive

About this property

Explorer Rest & Recreation

  • Hotel near Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center
  • Located close to Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky and Osborn MetroPark, Explorer Rest & Recreation provides a firepit. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • A TV in the lobby, charcoal grills, and smoke-free premises
    • A vending machine and a water dispenser
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Explorer Rest & Recreation boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Tempur-Pedic beds and down comforters
    • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
    • 50-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and cable channels
    • Private yards, mini fridges, and microwaves

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Frequently asked questions

Is Explorer Rest & Recreation pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Explorer Rest & Recreation?

As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Explorer Rest & Recreation on Nov 23, 2026 start from CA $106, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Explorer Rest & Recreation?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Explorer Rest & Recreation?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Explorer Rest & Recreation located?

Situated in Sandusky, this hotel is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Osborn MetroPark and Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky. Jackson Street Pier and Cedar Point are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Explorer Rest & Recreation Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 374 out of 506 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 506 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 506 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 506 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 506 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our recent stay. So close to everything. Very clean and accessible !!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was pet friendly, clean room and close to everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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My kids loved the queen sized bunk beds! I loved the location! So close to Cedar Point without paying a huge price. I went out of my comfort zone by staying in a a privately owned motel and I was very satisfied with my purchase.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic location plenty or room for groups coming to cedar point.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice clean place very nice management and staff definitely will be back to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Cute place redone and up to date decor. Good value and outdoor amenities were great! Will sta again next year 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This hotel was clean and exactly what we needed while we visited the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Place was very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. This could come as the strangest complaint, but it’s not even really a complaint, I had to set something up on my phone to make noise because of how insanely quiet it was other than the occasional train going by. Lol Great place for a quick trip to Sandusky. Would definitely come back again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A very clean and nice place to stay. Really liked that they had fire pits and outdoor games. There's is no staff though and literally only self service, so if you got questions don't plan on getting answers right away. Convenience to Cedar Point was great and reasonable prices.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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We loved the size of the room! Beds were all very comfy and we personally did not find it to be too noisy at night. Wood floors are way better than hotel carpeted flooring.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very cute and clean, very convenient to cedar point. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing and the staff was so helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean and comfortable and spacious! Check-in was easy!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice clean room, easy check in and out!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Rooms were clean and enjoyed the yard with games
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Several of my past booking through Expedia have been disastrous in the past year. I was delighted with this property. It’s an older property, but renovated very nice woodwork. Someone made a very good effort to convert this to a modern facility.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a beautiful little place. It is super convenient to both the amusement park and the sports park. It is also quite close to various other places to eat. It was clean and we appreciated the easy access to ice and fresh water. Ohmar does a great job managing it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We had a wonderful stay here. The hotel is clean, cozy, and perfectly located just a quick drive from Cedar Point. Our room had everything we needed — a charming vintage fridge, microwave, coffee maker, and plenty of toiletries.The beds were incredibly comfortable, and the whole place felt well taken care of. The staff was kind and quick to help when we asked for more towels.Overall, a great experience. I highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I was beyond impressed with the cleanliness of this property! It’s probably the cleanest place I’ve ever stayed. Check in was all remote and the doors had a code to get in, which was so much easier than trying to keep ahold of a key. The beds were super comfortable and the shower was great. Even the toiletries that were provided exceeded my expectations. We will definitely stay here again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was perfect! Close to Cedar Point and the property was clean and we had everything we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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We did not interact with any staff but the room was clean and it was convenient to Cedar Point. The train and street were a bit noisy but it was fine for me and my son. Pulling into the property was a little difficult due to not having good light at the driveways.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean, staff checked in frequently via text. Vanity in the bathroom was extremely small, but overall that would be the only downside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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Nice what they’ve done with an old motel. I would suggest adding a trash can to the room other than the small one in the bathroom and water to the vending machine area only pop was available and we’re not pop drinkers. Checkin was easy and the staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Good location. Close to Cedar Point. We had a problem with the water heater, but they fixed it right away. The family suite with multiple beds was spacious enough for five people. The only complaint is there is no storage and no table to eat on. Hopefully they will add those as they continue to update the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Had a little trouble checking in because we booked third party and didn’t get the instruction text. However we were next door to a very loud dog and the staff went above and beyond to allow us access to another room away from the dog if it was still barking at bedtime. Luckily it was not and quieted down when the people came back from dinner. But the offer was very appreciated. I also liked having 3 separate beds when traveling with teenagers. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026