On the shores of Lake Erie, South Shore Inn offers a tranquil retreat with continental breakfast and a serene garden. Relax in the spa tub, or take advantage of free WiFi and express check-out. The pool is a guest favorite, featuring a waterslide and sun loungers.
Reviews
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Free WiFi
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Seasonal outdoor pool
Hot tub
Waterslide
Terrace
Garden
Vending machine
Microwave in a common area
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Free cots/infant beds
Playground on-site
Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Room options
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
32 reviews
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Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
25 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Family Suite, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
8 reviews
(8 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
56 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds OR 1 Single Murphy Bed
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Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Cedar Point - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 56 min drive
Sandusky Station - 8 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Texas Roadhouse - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 16 min walk
Jolly Donut - 3 min drive
Dianna's Deli & Restaurant - 4 min drive
About this property
South Shore Inn
At South Shore Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Cedar Point and Kalahari Waterpark Resort. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. Fellow travellers love the pool and helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
76 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours must contact the property for assistance.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:30 AM
Barbecue grills
Shared microwave
Travelling with children
Water slide
Playground
What to do
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safari nearby
Kayaking nearby
Waterskiing nearby
Zip-lining nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1992
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
Seasonal outdoor pool
Hot tub
Water slide
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
42-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free cot/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Reusable coffee/tea filters
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 25 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9 AM to 11:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from September 13 to May 31
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Also known as
South Shore Inn Sandusky
South Shore Inn
South Shore Sandusky
South Shore Inn Sandusky, Ohio
South Shore Hotel Sandusky
South Shore Inn Hotel
South Shore Inn Sandusky
South Shore Inn Hotel Sandusky
Frequently asked questions
Does South Shore Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, South Shore Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at South Shore Inn?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9 AM to 11:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at South Shore Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at South Shore Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at South Shore Inn?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge of USD 25 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at South Shore Inn and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as boat tours, hiking and kayaking, and practise your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a water slide and a picnic area. South Shore Inn also has a garden.
What's the area around South Shore Inn like?
South Shore Inn is a short 20-minute walk from Lake Erie and 15 minutes' walk from Sandusky Bay. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
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South Shore Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Hot Tub
Bed
Children
Parks
Location
Family friendly
Bathroom
What guests liked
The pool area was a major plus, offering a great place to gather, with a nice pool, whirlpool, and even a slide. (83 reviews)
The hot tub was clean and enjoyable, a great place to relax after a long day. (46 reviews)
Breakfast was consistently described as great, good, and delicious, with many guests praising the quality and variety of the continental breakfast. (54 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jul 2025
Great stay
We had an amazing time. The pool was clean and well maintained and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
Diana
Diana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 May 2025
The staff was so nice, breakfast food was soo good and really enjoyed my stay
Crystal
Crystal, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Jul 2025
Family-friendly motel with large outdoor pool /hot tub that includes two slides. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Rooms were in pretty good condition. Breakfast could be improved a bit.
Matthew
Matthew, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
Lake Erie/ Sandusky
Stay was amazing close to local attractions. Staff was super friendly and was affordable for being as close to everything
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun 2025
Excellent
My stay was AMAZING!! Everyone was very nice and very pleasant!! We will definitely be staying here in the future and will recommend this hotel.
Danielle
Danielle, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jun 2025
The hotel is located close to Cedar Point and my family and I enjoyed our stay at the South shore inn. The rooms were clean and the staff is friendly.
Continental breakfast is included and was nice . We will definitely stay here again on our next trip to cedar point.
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jul 2025
No issues
No issues at all. A great place for Cedar Point.
Scott
Scott, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jul 2025
Above and beyond
The hotel was great for our needs, which was going to Cedar Point. Rooms were very nice and we alos enjoyed the pool area. Breakfast was a solid continental breakfast with pancakes.
My son forgot his Beats Ear Bud and they were great at getting it back to us in another state. Can't ask for more than that with our great stay. Thank you! Would defintiely stay again!
Michael
Michael, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jun 2025
Awesome memories
Perfect price
Perfect sleep
Awesome memories
Natalie
Natalie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
Nice stay but
Wonderful stay but wasnt told about $100 deposit til i got there and i jad already paid a very elevated nightly rate of $361 when others paid far less
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jun 2025
Cedar point visit
Was spending time at cedar point and for the price is a really good place to stay. Friendly staff and close to the park. Neighbors was a little noisy but with bike week it wasn't bad! Great place!
John
John, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 Jun 2025
We stayed 3 nights while visiting Cedar Point. Location was perfect to get to the park and the downtown area quickly. Older building, but dont be fooled it was very clean and comfortable for a family of 4. Pool and Hot tub area were a great place to gather at the end of the day. Breakfast was good each day!
Amy
Amy, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
4 Jul 2025
Stayed for 3 nights. They mad sure you had clean towels cleaned bathroom area. But I noticed they didn't vacuum one day.
james
james, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jun 2025
Great stay
Had an excellent experience here. This is probably the nicest Motel I have stayed at. Rooms were clean and fairly modern. Everything in good condition. Reasonable price. Recommended.
Elder
Elder, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jun 2025
Bike Week 2025
This hotel was very close to downtown Sandusky for bike week. The family run Hotel exceeded our expectations. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. We loved the classic and vintage style of the Hotel. We will definitely stay here next year for Mike. We can recommend this place to our friends.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
22 Jun 2025
Location is very good. Room just ok. Room was smelly, bedding sheets on one bed had red spots, pillows were terrible. $25 charge if you want to check in before 4 p.m. Will not recomend.
Elena
Elena, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Jul 2025
Aye-okay.
It was an okay trip. We stayed overnight during the holiday. Staff was very nice, very helpful. Cleanliness was good, continental breakfast was good. The bed was very hard and the pillows were uncomfortable. The main entry light was out so it was dark coming in until we could find the switch to the outside bathroom sink. The double sinks was a nice touch. Other than that, the stay was fine.
Deja
Deja, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2025
Charming, Clean, and Close to Cedar Point
The staff is incredibly kind and helpful. Room was reasonably priced and a good size, while being well maintained. A short trip to all enjoyable Sandusky attractions. Staff even called shortly after check out to inform about belongings left behind. Fully recommend!
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2025
Not too shabby!
Great place for the weekend. Cheaper option with a good breakfast for the kids if you dont want a restaurant style one. Kids had fun playing on swingset with other kids. Overall a great time regardless.
Debra
Debra, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jun 2025
It’s an older hotel that appears to have been renovated. It seems like other options in the area are also older. A nice feature was a well taken care of pool with slides and a hot tub, also a fire pit to make marshmallows. But maybe the best of all was the service. People running the hotel were very friendly and accommodating. Just a really nice atmosphere.
Ieva
Ieva, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 May 2025
Great place for the money.
I went to Cedar Point. The pool and hot tub us what has kept me coming there. I was too early this time for those things. Everything was great. The staff is wonderful. Nice breakfast that was staffed by a very nice lady.
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 May 2025
Betty is awesome!
The stay was fine, but I thought it was weird that the doors were locked during the daytime hours. Betty was great!
Love
Love, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Feb 2025
Great place to stay, it’s an old hotel but clean. Would definitely stay again!
Tina
Tina, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
The property is well cared for. Rooms are clean and comfortable. Price is great for the area and was close to our attraction!