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Motel 6 Milan, OH - Sandusky

Motel 6 Milan, OH - Sandusky

2 out of 5
11406 US 250 North, Milan, OH
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The price is CA $59 per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4

Situated in Milan, this motel is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from The Edison Birthplace and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Milan Historical Museum. Thunderbird Hills Golf Courses and ...…

3.8/5Good! (862 reviews)

"Very clean, great service. Walls are paper thin but for the price was worth it. I’d stay again."…"

Reviewed on Sep. 6, 2020

Motel 6 Milan, OH - Sandusky
Econo Lodge North

Econo Lodge North

2 out of 5
1904 Cleveland Rd, Sandusky, OH
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $65 per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4

Situated in Sandusky, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Rain Water Park Complex, Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Maritime Museum of Sandusky. ...…

3.6/5Good! (965 reviews)

"Very close to Cedar Point. Rooms were clean. Mattress a bit saggy, towels thin and scratchy. Front desk staff was super friendly."…"

Reviewed on Sep. 8, 2020

Econo Lodge North
Motel 6 Huron, OH - Sandusky

Motel 6 Huron, OH - Sandusky

2 out of 5
601 Rye Beach Rd, Huron, OH
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The price is CA $59 per night from Dec 6 to Dec 7

Situated in Huron, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sawmill Creek Golf Course, Lake Erie and Sheldon Marsh State Nature Preserve. Keys Golf Course and Osborn ...…

3.5/5Good! (979 reviews)

"Wasn't the best, but was not the worst place to stay. I would consider coming back. Location was good."…"

Reviewed on Sep. 8, 2020

Motel 6 Huron, OH - Sandusky
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Quality Lodge

Quality Lodge

2.5 out of 5
2218 Cleveland Road, Sandusky, OH
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Situated in Sandusky, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Erie and Rain Water Park Complex. Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Pipe ...…

3.5/5Good! (88 reviews)

"I enjoyed my stay. The room was clean and the staff was nice. There was only 2 things i didnt like, 1 was I got woken up by a loud pounding against the wall and 2nd the trains running by every hour. Otherwise i was happy."…"

Reviewed on Sep. 11, 2020

Quality Lodge
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites South

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites South

2 out of 5
3309 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH
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The price is CA $60 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14

Situated in Sandusky, this motel is 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Maritime Museum of Sandusky and 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Cedar Point. Marblehead Lighthouse is 24.2 mi (39 ...…

3.7/5Good! (600 reviews)

"great location--- convenient to restaurants,shopping, visiting places, freshly renovated rooms, close to parking to load and unload."…"

Reviewed on Sep. 18, 2020

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites South
Sandusky Inn

Sandusky Inn

2 out of 5
2809 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH
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Situated in Sandusky, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sandusky Bay, Sandusky Mall and Sandusky Speedway. Rain Water Park Complex and Eleutheros Cooke House ...…

3.8/5Good! (87 reviews)

"The new owner(s) did a great job on renovating this hotel, looks so much better than what it use to, rooms are really nice (a little small because it's an older hotel but doable), clean, not to far from Cedar Point and staff was nice. Only downside is the wifi was extremely slow, had to create my ..."…"

Reviewed on Aug. 16, 2020

Sandusky Inn
Baymont by Wyndham Sandusky

Baymont by Wyndham Sandusky

2.5 out of 5
1711 Cleveland Rd, Sandusky, OH
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Situated near the airport, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Sandusky Bay and Rain Water Park Complex. Pipe Creek Wildlife Area and Eleutheros Cooke House ...…

3.1/5 (646 reviews)
Nice place great location

"The outside looks a little skiddish but the room was nice. The staff was extremely pleasant and helpful! We were like five minutes gettin cedar point and surrounded by other activities as well! The only complaint that I have is the my toilet in my room had mold in the bowl from not being cleaned ..."…"

Reviewed on Aug. 3, 2020

Baymont by Wyndham Sandusky
Wolf Inn Hotel

Wolf Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
2905 Milan Rd., Sandusky, OH
The price is CA $50 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14

Situated near the beach, this motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Sandusky Bay and Sandusky Mall. Sandusky Speedway and Rain Water Park Complex are also within ...…

2.8/5 (773 reviews)

"Very nice place well taken care of very friendly people"…"

Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2020

Wolf Inn Hotel
PLANTATION MOTEL

PLANTATION MOTEL

2.5 out of 5
2815 Cleveland Rd. East, Huron, OH
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The price is CA $77 per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4

Nestled on the beach, this Huron motel is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Erie and Old Woman Creek State Nature Preserve. Thunderbird Hills Golf Courses and ...…

3.6/5Good! (101 reviews)

"We had a wonderful time"…"

Reviewed on Aug. 21, 2020

PLANTATION MOTEL
Arlington Inn

Arlington Inn

2.5 out of 5
121 East Perry Street, Port Clinton, OH
The price is CA $61 per night from Jan 1 to Jan 2

Located in the heart of Port Clinton, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Fisherman's Wharf and Lake Erie. Island Adventures Family Fun Center and Liberty ...…

3.6/5Good! (225 reviews)

"Very clean, older motel. Biggest nitpick (not that big of a deal overall) only like 18 channels on tv. They were not very good channels either cspan, etc. Lol. Very friendly staff."…"

Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2020

Arlington Inn
Great Lakes Motel

Great Lakes Motel

2 out of 5
1737 E State St, Fremont, OH
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The price is CA $70 per night from Dec 30 to Dec 31

Situated in Fremont, this motel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Rutherford B. Hayes Library, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center and Fremont Speedway. Clyde ...…

3.4/5Good! (109 reviews)

"Set up really well by devidng the rooms with a garage. Only minor issue with some paint peeling, no big deal.... Was very quiet...."…"

Reviewed on Jul. 8, 2020

Great Lakes Motel
Value Inn Motel Sandusky

Value Inn Motel Sandusky

1.5 out of 5
2236 Cleveland Rd, Sandusky, OH
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The price is CA $62 per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4

Situated in Sandusky, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Erie and Rain Water Park Complex. Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Pipe ...…

1.9/5 (72 reviews)
It was ok for 1 night

"It’s a motel so it wasn’t anything great. Only stayed one night so it was fine."…"

Reviewed on Jul. 31, 2020

Value Inn Motel Sandusky
Delux Inn

Delux Inn

2 out of 5
520 E Co Rd 89, Fremont, OH
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The price is CA $81 per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8

Situated in Fremont, this motel is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Fremont Speedway and within 6 miles (10 km) of Rutherford B. Hayes Library and Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential ...…

3.1/5 (28 reviews)
Excellent

"Amazing little old hotel/ motel"…"

Reviewed on Aug. 10, 2020

Delux Inn
Mecca Motel

Mecca Motel

2 out of 5
2227 Cleveland Road, Sandusky, OH
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $65 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16

Situated in Sandusky, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Erie and Rain Water Park Complex. Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Pipe ...…

2.7/5 (39 reviews)

"Just old school, beds were comfy and price was perfect for our weekend trip to penny pinch"…"

Reviewed on Sep. 27, 2019

Mecca Motel
Maples Motel

Maples Motel

2 out of 5
4409 Cleveland Rd, Huron, OH
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $58 per night from Dec 12 to Dec 13

Situated in Huron, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Osborn Recreation Area and Lake Erie. Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Sheldon ...…

2.6/5 (9 reviews)
Nice older motel close to Cedar Point

"The owner Steve was very gracious. Told us a great breakfast place and a quick shot to Cedar Point. Motel is located in an idea spot for Cedar Point. Did not swim but pool was always full and looked very clean."…"

Reviewed on Sep. 13, 2015

Maples Motel
Norwalk Inn

Norwalk Inn

2 out of 5
283 Benedict Ave, Norwalk, OH
The price is CA $58 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16

Situated in Norwalk, this motel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Norwalk Reservoirs and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Eagle Creek Golf Club. Summit Motorsports Park is 4 mi (6.5 ...…

3.8/5Good! (44 reviews)

"This was my second stay with them and it was nice both times. The staff or owner was very friendly, the price was unbeatable, and the room was clean."…"

Reviewed on Nov. 28, 2020

Norwalk Inn
Plaza Motel Clyde

Plaza Motel Clyde

2 out of 5
500 E McPherson Hwy, Clyde, OH
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is CA $97 per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5

Situated in Clyde, this golf motel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Clyde Museum and within 9 miles (15 km) of Sandusky Bay and Pickerel Creek Wildlife Area. Spiegel ...…

3.9/5Good! (42 reviews)
Fine, but very hard bed

"The owner was friendly. The room was old fashioned, but everything seemed to be clean and in good condition. My only complaint is about the bed. It was very hard and both my husband and I slept very badly on it. I actually got up hours before we had to leave and sat in the chair at the table, as ..."…"

Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2019

Plaza Motel Clyde
Motel Plaza

Motel Plaza

2 out of 5
4645 Liberty Ave, Vermilion, OH
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Situated near the beach, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Erie and Health Solutions. Main Street Beach and Paper Moon Winery are also within 3 miles ...…

3/5 (1 review)

"Good location but very old interior and out. Cigarette holes in comforter even though it was a non smoking room. Tub was stained and tv was not smart."…"

Reviewed on Jun. 30, 2020

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Double A Motel

Double A Motel

2 out of 5
919 East State Street, Fremont, OH
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Situated in Fremont, this motel is within 3 miles (5 km) of Rutherford B. Hayes Library, Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center and Fremont Speedway. Clyde ...…

1.7/5 (3 reviews)
Throwback

"Lowest price in town in summer. Good location in the town. Easy to get to. No sound from neighboring rooms. Mini fridge was cold when I got there and the place was full. A budget motel experience."…"

Reviewed on Jul. 26, 2016

Double A Motel
Majestic Motel

Majestic Motel

8629 E. Northshore Blvd., Marblehead, OH
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Situated in Marblehead, this motel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Erie and within 3 miles (5 km) of The Keeper’s House and Sandusky Bay. African Safari Wildlife ...…

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Port Clinton Waterfront

Fairfield Inn & Suites Port Clinton Waterfront

2.5 out of 5
1811 E. Perry Street, Port Clinton, OH
The price is CA $92 per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
4.3/5Excellent! (135 reviews)

"It was right on Lake Erie, the room was so spacious and clean! The housekeeper left a hello note as well. A wonderful, wonderful welcome!"…"

Reviewed on Oct. 26, 2020

Fairfield Inn & Suites Port Clinton Waterfront
Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH

Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky OH

3.5 out of 5
4600 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH
The price is CA $168 per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
4.2/5Excellent! (998 reviews)

"Nice place. Water is not heated though."…"

Reviewed on Feb. 27, 2020

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Comfort Inn River's Edge

Comfort Inn River's Edge

2.5 out of 5
132 Main St, Huron, OH
The price is CA $76 per night from Dec 8 to Dec 9
4/5Very Good! (511 reviews)

"Very clean and spacious. Rooms were well kept and staff was extremely nice"…"

Reviewed on Oct. 9, 2020

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Sandusky Motels for the Frugal Traveler

There are 21 inexpensive motels in Sandusky among the more than 319 hotels and other accommodations. These cheaper accommodations can help you save some cash when compared with traditional hotels, which offer more amenities but ones that you may not use.

By saving on your room price, you can make the most of what Sandusky has to offer. Top sights include Cedar Point and African Safari Wildlife Park.

Fun fact: The term "motel" was conceived in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California. Often one or two stories tall, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the parking lot or an outdoor pool.

Listed below are some of our customers’ favorite Sandusky motels to select from:

Motel 6 Sandusky - Huron

  • If driving, you'll be within 14 minutes of Cedar Point.
  • Enjoy access to the indoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites South

  • A restaurant along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.
  • It's located within a short 9-minute drive of Cedar Point.

Motel 6 Sandusky - Milan

  • Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
  • If driving, you'll be within 22 minutes of Cedar Point.

Econo Lodge North

  • It's located within a short 6-minute drive of Cedar Point.
  • A water park along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.

Super 8 by Wyndham Milan/Sandusky Area

  • If driving, you'll be within 21 minutes of Cedar Point.
  • Enjoy access to the outdoor pool, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.

What to Do in Sandusky

While you're sightseeing in this family-friendly area, check out the fun-filled theme parks and enjoy the scenic lakeside. People visiting Sandusky love its waterfront.

Must-see local attractions include:

  • Cedar Point
  • African Safari Wildlife Park

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

  • Miami Park
  • Pipe Creek Wildlife Area
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center

You'll find these family-friendly attractions:

  • Rain Water Park Complex
  • Monsoon Lagoon Water Park
  • Island Adventures Family Fun Center

Sandusky is also notable for its:

  • Fishing
  • Boating
  • Breweries
  • Biking

Best Time to Visit Sandusky

Determine the optimal time to visit Sandusky by checking the seasonal weather details below:
  • The hottest months are typically July and June, while January and February are the coldest months
  • January-March: Daytime temperatures average 50° F and nighttime temperatures average 21° F
  • April-June: 81° F is the daytime average and 36° F is the nighttime average
  • July-September: Daytime averages are around 82° F and nighttime averages are around 52° F
  • October-December: The average temperatures are 67° F during the day and 22° F at night
  • Average rainfall is 33.11 inches in a year

How to Get to Sandusky and Around the Area

Sandusky Transportation
NameTypeDistance
Cleveland, OH (CLE-Hopkins Intl.) Airport 45.3 mi (73 km)
Cleveland, OH (BKL-Burke Lakefront) Airport 53.5 mi (86.2 km)
Sandusky Station Train Station 1 mi (1.6 km)

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Sandusky?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy all that Sandusky has to offer. Not-to-be-missed sights include Cedar Point, African Safari Wildlife Park, and Summit Motorsports Park.
What are motels like?
Motel properties often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. The term “motel” was conceived in 1925 in San Luis Obispo, California by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel.
What are the best motels in Sandusky?
Motel 6 Huron, OH - Sandusky: If driving, you’ll be within 15 minutes of Cedar Point. Enjoy access to the indoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Wolf Inn Hotel: A restaurant along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It’s located within a short 10-minute drive of Cedar Point. Motel 6 Milan, OH - Sandusky: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Stay within a 20-minute drive of Cedar Point and Summit Motorsports Park. Quality Lodge: It’s located within a short 8-minute drive of Cedar Point. A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Econo Lodge North: Stay within a short 7-minute drive of Cedar Point. Enjoy access to the water park, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
How many motels are there in Sandusky?
Take your pick from 22 low-cost motels in Sandusky.
What can I do in Sandusky?
Check out the fun-filled theme parks and bustling port while you’re sightseeing in this family-friendly area. Those who’ve visited Sandusky love the lakeside setting. Some popular places to visit include Cedar Point, African Safari Wildlife Park, and Summit Motorsports Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center, Marblehead Lighthouse, and Nickel Plate Beach. You’ll find these family-friendly attractions: Rain Water Park Complex, Monsoon Lagoon Water Park, and Maritime Museum of Sandusky.
What's the weather like in Sandusky?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here’s some data about year-round temperatures in Sandusky to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and June with an average temp of 71°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 31°F. Average annual precipitation for Sandusky is 33 inches.
What are my options for getting around Sandusky when staying in a motel?
We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Sandusky to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Hopkins Intl. Airport (CLE), which is located 45.3 mi (73 km) away. You can also search for flights into Cleveland, OH (BKL-Burke Lakefront), which is 53.5 mi (86.2 km) away. If you’d like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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