Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

2 stars
1932 Cleveland Rd (Rt 6), Sandusky, OH 44870
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.6
out of 5
54 reviews
could use some updating

It was very musky smelling in the room and office! And the bathroom was very moldy and tub not so... See full review

  • Tash marie
  • Oct 10, 2011
Good for Cedar Point

Went to Cedar Point and needed a place to stay the night before driving home in the morning. Room... See full review

  • K.P.
  • Sep 26, 2011
Stay close to Cedar Point at budget hotel with free breakfast
Guests at Howard Johnson Express - Sandusky Park N. Entrance get free continental breakfast daily, free in-room Wi-Fi and a budget-friendly location that's as close as it gets to Sandusky's favorite theme parks. Castaway Bay is within walking distance, and Cedar Point Amusement Park is just down the causeway from the hotel. Guests at this Sandusky Howard Johnson also enjoy free parking, free newspaper, cable TV with HBO and a heated outdoor swimming pool.
Highlights
  • Walk to Castaway Bay or take the three-mile drive down the causeway to Cedar Point
  • Save with free continental breakfast served daily
  • Swim in the heated outdoor pool
  • Cruise the Internet for free with in-room wireless Internet access
Location
Howard Johnson Express - Sandusky Park N. Entrance is directly across the street from the entrance to Cedar Point Causeway, which leads to Cedar Point Amusement Park. Castaway Bay is within walking distance. 
Rooms
This Sandusky Howard Johnson Express offers free Wi-Fi access in every guest room. Simple, traditional style prevails in rooms that also include 25-inch cable TV with HBO, free local calls, a dataport phone with message alert and wake-up call system, coffee- maker and free newspaper. Smoking, nonsmoking rooms and connecting rooms are available.
Features
Start with a free continental Rise'n Dine breakfast each morning at Howard Johnson Express - Sandusky Park N. Entrance before heading out to nearby Cedar Point or Castaway Cay. For more dining variety, T.G.I. Friday's, Red Lobster and Perkins Pancake House are all located near the hotel.
Transportation
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (51.5 mi/82.8 km)
  • Toledo Express Airport (68.4 mi/110 km)
Attractions
  • Castaway Bay (0.3 mi/0.4 km)
  • Cedar Point Amusement Park (3 mi/4.8 km)
  • Marblehead Lighthouse (22 mi/35.4 km)
  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Cleveland (63.1 mi/102 km)
  • Toledo Zoo (63.9 mi/103 km)
Business
Free in-room wireless Internet access is available.

Hotel Map

1932 Cleveland Rd (Rt 6), Sandusky, OH 44870

Area description
Entertainment district, Shopping district, Lake

Amenities

  • AM/FM Alarm Clock
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Data port Available
  • Free Local Telephone Calls
  • Free parking
  • Heated Pool
  • Ice Machine
  • On the Lake
  • Outdoor Parking
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pool
  • TV Remote Control

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
3:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (54)

Ratings and reviews for Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Overall score

2.6 / 5
54 out of 54
Amenities:
2.7
Room cleanliness:
2.9
Hotel staff:
3.1
Room comfort:
2.7
Location:
4.2
Value:
3

52% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

2
Tash marie
mi
Oct 10, 2011

could use some updating

It was very musky smelling in the room and office! And the bathroom was very moldy and tub not so appealing!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
2
Value:
2
Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

3
K.P.
Grand Rapids, MI, USA
Sep 26, 2011

Good for Cedar Point

Went to Cedar Point and needed a place to stay the night before driving home in the morning. Room was pretty clean - no gunk or smell, beds were comfy (though we did bring our own blankets, just in case), easy check-in and out. We didn't take advantage of the continental breakfast, so I don't know if it's good or not.. Overall, definitely worth it for the price and proximity to Cedar Point. I'd stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

3
jmtp79
Zeeland, MI
Aug 16, 2011

Nothing special, but very convenient to Cedar Point

At first glance, it looks pretty ghetto. There is an abandoned restaurant next door that has been overgrown with weeds and is falling apart. When we checked into our room, it was clean enough. Not spotless by any means, but we are not too picky. There were a couple big disappointments which I feel that I should share... 1) The toilet in our room plugged and started overflowing because the flush mechanism did not work correctly and the tank kept running. I was able to shut the water off to it, throw some towels on the floor and called the front desk to send maintenance over. He repaired the toilet, and took some of the wet towels with him. However, nobody ever came back and cleaned up the mess or mopped the floor. Even after calling the front desk requesting housekeeping to come mop the floor that the toilet had just overflowed on, they never did come mop the floor for the entire 3 days we were there. We just wore our shoes in the bathroom when we went in there. 2) When we returned from Cedar Point the second night, there was no water pressure. I called the front desk, and they said that another room had water issues, so they had to shut down the water supply for the entire hotel until they could get a plumber there to fix it. So, there we sat with no way of using the toilet or taking a shower after spending the entire day at Cedar Point. Not a good way to end the day! This hotel was about $20 per night cheaper than the other "low-rent" hotels on that side of town, so I guess I got what I paid for. Would I go back? Maybe, because we only use the hotel to sleep, and spend all of our waking hours out doing stuff. If you are picky about your hotels, or would be freaked out by being next door to a falling down restaurant, then this probably isn't the place for you. It may be worth it to spend the extra $20 for a nicer place.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

The Thirsty Pony is right across the road. The food is ok, but in my opinion overpriced for what you get. The atmosphere is good, but I don't think I would go back again. Try the TGI Fridays just 1/4 mile east of the hotel.

Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

2
Dano
Canajoharie, NY, USA
Aug 12, 2011

Great Location but will never stay here again.

The room was dirty, it smelled bad, there were ants crawling on floor and walls. The floor was not vacaumed there was sometime under the fridge that I didnt dare disturb. But to the good stuff, the location was great, the pool was small but nice. The beds seemed clean. Overall I would not go back and I would not recommend to anybody. I even tried talking to people at front desk but they didnt want to hear it. They said we are full and can't do anything about it. I almost forgot, I had there suite and they still would not do anything.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
2
Money-saving tip: In Hotel

Ice machine works.

Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

1
Elisabeth
Dudelange
Jul 26, 2011

Never again

Noisy, other guests were screaming and shouting till 4 am. Very dirty. After leaving bathroom my feet were dirtier than before!! Carpet in the room was old and stinking and wet , Towels were not clean. If I had cash back or more money i would leave. Horrible

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
1
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
1
Entertainment tip: Short drive from hotel

Cedar Point

Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

1
Brad
Toledo Ohio
Jul 24, 2011

Howard Johnson Express Inn

Check in was quick, but three light bulbs were not working when we got to the room. No towles in the bathroom and the bathroom floor was flooded becouse the roof had a leek. The AC unit worked great.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
1
Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

4
average traveler
Indiana
Jul 23, 2011

Great Trip

The location of this hotel is perfect all you have to do is cross the street and your on the road to Cedar Point. It was a perfect place to rest your head after a day of running around. If you get tired of the rollercoaster action try going to a restraunt called "The Thristy Pony" if your in the mood for some free bowling and lazer tag action. The room at the hotel was the perfect size for 4 people with a tv and very clean. Now keep in mind this is not a 5 star resort but still if your looking for a nice place to sleep and swim I would highly suggest this hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Money-saving tip: Short drive from hotel

Cheap hotel with everything you need in a 2 mile radius.

Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

4
Adam&Martha
Newark, OH
Jul 23, 2011

Great value, Friendly staff!!

Friendly staff, nice outdoor pool, TGI Fridays across the road on the water. Minutes from the JetExpress docks and Cedar Point. GREAT value

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Sightseeing tip: Short drive from hotel

JetExpress to the Islands is just a few blocks up Rt.6 at the Jackson Street Pier.

Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

3
SADD mom
central PA
Jul 3, 2011

SADD trip

The hotel was easy to find and the location was nice. For the price of the stay the accomodations were acceptable. The staff was friendly and the rooms were clean. There was a nice pool.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
5
Entertainment tip: Short drive from hotel

The Googy Golf with miniature golf and go carts was very nice.

Review of Howard Johnson Inn - Sandusky Park N. Entrance

Reviewer score

2
Hee Haw at Cedar Point
Greencastle, Indiana
Jul 3, 2011

Great Location and Not so much else

Can't get a better location for the money! You'll save yourself alot of time getting to the park. AND, the Thirsty Pony is right across the street. [...] serves a superpotent Long Island Ice Tea, if you ask for it strong and it's only 7 bucks. The food is absolutely fantastic. Truly addictive and reasonable for Cedar Point. Our hint? Don't waste your time spending money on mediocre food that leaves you still hungry when you can get great food and fills you up at Thirsty Pony. We ate there all three nights. And, it's right across the street from the hotel. So, you can get hammered at a great place and walk across the street to your hotel!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
3
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