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Explorer Rest & Recreation

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center

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Exterior
Exterior
Executive Suite
Vending machine
BBQ/picnic area

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Family Room

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • 210 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
2227 Cleveland Rd W, Sandusky, OH, 44870

What's nearby

  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Jackson Street Pier - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Cedar Point - 9 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 9 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheers Sports Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 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 has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • 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
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Operto mobile app before check-in

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

2227 Cleveland Rd W
Explorer Rest & Recreation
Explorer Rest & Recreation Hotel
Explorer Rest & Recreation Sandusky
Explorer Rest & Recreation Hotel Sandusky

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 Jul 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Explorer Rest & Recreation on Aug 17, 2025 start from CA $154.97, 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 at Explorer Rest & Recreation?

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 (1.6 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).

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Explorer Rest & Recreation Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 201 out of 257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 257 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great stay. My only complaint is that you can hear through the walls pretty easily to neighboring rooms. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very cute my family loved it and room layouts are very family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Amenities
We stayed the the Explorer room and it was perfect for our family! Clean, comfortable, and the woman working in the lobby was a doll! Will definitely be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the remodel to this property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the park and different
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I thought the room was quiye\5 p cozy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very clean spot. It was close to many places we needed to be. The checkin process was a little stressful, but other than that we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn't like the beds. No chairs and no lamps. Small end tables. Lights from outside.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kaylee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for a couple of nights at the Explorer Rest & Recreation. When we had an issue, the staff went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable. For instance, we had a problem with our room, so the staff moved us to another property that they owned for the night until they could switch us into a room that was towards the front!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in Sandusky for our grandson's baseball tournament. We knew we would be at the ball park for most of the day and out for diner in the evening. we needed a clean, comfortable place to sleep. The location was perfect. We stayed in a room with a king size bed. It was smaller then we are used to, but it had everything we needed. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super cute and easy check in process. Our room was upgraded the day of which was a nice surprise. Wish we could have enjoyed the space longer. Only thing I would say is to bring earplugs as there is a train nearby
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property seemed to be a converted motel and the room was very nice and new. Biggest problem I had is that there is no staff/front desk, they gave me a code to access the room but the vode stopped working about an hour after arriving. Then around 9-10pm someone else was trying to get into our room, their code seemed to work but luckily I had the door double locked
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed spread was not clean. If you dont want to wash them, dont use white!! Walls are paper thin, enjoy everyone's business! Not worth the rate.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property and very reasonable. Close to sports complex. The train is a little noticeable at night but tolerable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was such a hidden gem outside of Ceder Point. My son and I stayed for one night so we could visit the park for a few days. It was very clean and easy to access. My only complaint is that the hotel does not have anyone there managing the building. At lest while we where there. Unfortunately the room next to us had about three VERY young kids that the parents just left alone until 3 or 4 in the morning and it was very loud all night so we did not get much sleep.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice , clean and a great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Megan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place aesthetically but looking closer past the nice looks, I found a few bugs and the fridge smelt rlly bad, also the shower didn’t work great and the body wash was practically water it didn’t lather at all. The bed was hard. Other than those things the tv was super nice and the pillows were soft.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet! Would book again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s very minimalist, but everything we needed and REALLY clean. Great value. Online check in and out was so convenient. Customer service (via phone) was very helpful and quick to respond. Less than a mile from the Cedar Point Sports Complex. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modernize Old style motel. Prompt service. bed stand is wood and seemed to have warped a bit making it squeak. Walls were thin, we could hear conversation level talking on the other side so I’m sure they heard us laughing at memes together after 10pm.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pet Friendly, Spacious Comfort

We had a very nice trip that was easy accessible and the room was comfortable! The space the family suite has to offer was great. This is also a pet friendly location which was a bonus for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Courtnie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was not at all as pictured. There’s no office. The people running the property never answer the phone/do not communicate well. We were told we could check in at 3pm, door code never worked. When we called the number listed we just got a text back saying the person wasn’t available and then a call from a different number saying check in was at 4pm even though we got texts from the business providing our code and saying we could check in at 3pm. The room was dirty and had smashed bugs on the walls. Staff was not friendly. The grounds are not well kept. There was a person in the make shift office one evening at around 10pm who proceeded to tell us about a shooting that had occurred right down the road. Overall just not satisfied. Would not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025