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The Wave at Marblehead

3.0 star property
Hotel with bars, steps from Lake Erie
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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | 24-inch Smart TV with digital channels, table tennis, stereo
Terrace/patio
Suite, Lake View | Lake view
Fitness facility
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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614 E Main St, Marblehead, OH, 43440
  • Place, Lakeside Daisy State Nature Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Marblehead Lighthouse State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marblehead Lighthouse
    ‪8 min walk‬
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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Marblehead

The Wave at Marblehead places you next to Lake Erie and Lakeside Daisy State Nature Preserve. This 66-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a 24-hour gym, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Daisy State Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marblehead Lighthouse State Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marblehead Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 26 min drive - 27.7 miles
  • Cedar Point - 34 min drive - 29.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 27 min drive
  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BackBeatQue - BBQ Smokehouse - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Happy Friar - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Red Garter Saloon - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪Johnsonville Brats World's Largest Grill - ‬41 min drive

About this property

The Wave at Marblehead

Hotel with bars, steps from Lake Erie
Guests of The Wave at Marblehead enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, express check-in, and a picnic area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 24-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Hair dryers, safes, and desks are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 35 for adults and USD 5 to 35 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Private wine tours
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 28.25 per accommodation, per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 35 for adults, and USD 5 to 35 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 22 to September 30.
  • 24-hour pool access
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Wave at Marblehead Hotel
The Wave at Marblehead Marblehead
The Wave at Marblehead Hotel Marblehead

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Wave at Marblehead?

The Wave at Marblehead provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to The Wave at Marblehead?

This hotel is located in Marblehead, just steps from Lake Erie and Marblehead Lighthouse State Park, and within a short walk of Marblehead Lighthouse. You'll also find East Harbor State Park and Lakeside Daisy State Nature Preserve within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Wave at Marblehead?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Wave at Marblehead feature a casino?

No, The Wave at Marblehead doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Wave at Marblehead?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have 24-hour access and the seasonal pool will be open from May 22 until September 30.

Is The Wave at Marblehead a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a poolside bar, a restaurant, and private winery tours.

Does The Wave at Marblehead have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Wave at Marblehead feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Wave at Marblehead serves a cooked-to-order breakfast on weekend mornings for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Wave at Marblehead allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Wave at Marblehead.

Does The Wave at Marblehead have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Wave at Marblehead?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Wave at Marblehead.

The Wave at Marblehead Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 172 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 172 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 172 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 172 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 172 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

FAYE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, safe, and accommodating staff. Lovely view of the lake and a short walk or drive to the lighthouse. Our second stay and we will definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Aleksander

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Then property is brand new and clean. But the service was pretty poor. First off for the price not having in room coffee is ridiculous, I've stated at motels at a fraction of the price that has in room coffee. But the worst part is when we went to get coffee downstairs it was empty and whenwe tried to ask the front desk person walking by for coffee, they didn't hear us since they had their headphones in. You'll get a much better value and experience at a name brand hotel. Not here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, quiet in the room, and welcoming staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plenty of parking, clean room, right on the water.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming — they truly made me feel seen and valued throughout my stay. The entire property was spotless and beautifully updated, with stunning amenities that added to the overall experience. I highly recommend this resort for anyone looking for comfort, care, and a touch of luxury!
Perfect view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We thoroughly enjoyed our 1 night stay at the Wave. Beautiful hotel and area, super friendly and helpful people, and a very pretty and comfortable spacious room. Would definitely stay again if we’re in the area. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe, beautiful, definitely going back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Synova

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic poolside happy hour and great onsite restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda S

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The decor of this property was very nice - bright hallways, very clean. Kind of Scandinavian decor. Staff was friendly. It was very convenient to the places we wanted to go and is right across the street from Lake Erie. The downside for us is that we are in our 70s the beds were on low platforms which made it harder to get in and out of the bed, and the mattresses were extremely uncomfortable. The bathroom was beautiful, but had no countertop or shelves to put toiletries on. We did not eat at the facility. They only have brunch on weekends, so we went in town to a place called Latitudes for a very nice breakfast. When we asked where a gas station was, no one seemed to know, which we thought was very strange. We had to travel about 7 miles to find one in Port Clinton.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a beautiful hotel with great views of the water. The staff was helpful and very friendly. The decor was perfect. We liked that we could walk to the lighthouse :)The TV had great reception and wi-fi was good too. Cell phone service was a little sketchy because of the area. We would have liked snack options up front. We did not eat at the Hotel, but it does have a beautiful restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the gym and equipment! Pool was great. The service was EXCELLENT!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had a great view of the lake. The staff was friendly and very helpful. The pool was great and there were places on the property to just sit and visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

carey

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Wave is an amazing location. The entire hotel was clean and had many options for what to do. Workout facility, pool, bar and restaurant were superb. Would definitely recommend as well as book again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELAINE

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Atmosphere makes it!!

Hotel location perfect, really cute boutique hotel, restaurant and lounge great. Food was excellent, room atmosphere great. Bathroom hard to use to get ready in and extra mirror had no plugs near, if the had switched where pics on wall with the mirror much easier. Check in smooth though a hiccup with door code. Overall it was a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025