Steelhead Inn

Motel with free breakfast, near Waldameer & Water World

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Dates

August 2025

September 2025

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Laundry
Parking included
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

3005 West 12th St, Erie, PA, 16505

Waldameer & Water World
‪18 min walk‬
Millcreek Mall
‪7 min drive‬
Presque Isle Beach
‪21 min drive‬
Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.)
‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Family Room

Sleeps 12
6 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Erie

Steelhead Inn places you within a mile (2 km) of Waldameer & Water World and Tom Ridge Center. This motel has 28 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

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What's nearby

Waldameer & Water World - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Millcreek Mall - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles
Bayfront Convention Center - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles
Splash Lagoon - 11 min drive - 7.3 miles
Presque Isle Beach - 21 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

Erie Station - 9 min drive
Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
‪Sara's - ‬3 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
‪Starbucks - ‬20 min walk

About this property

Steelhead Inn

Motel with free breakfast, near Waldameer & Water World

Guests of Steelhead Inn enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and laundry facilities. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours.

Guests can expect 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an outdoor pool.

Languages

English

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Two single beds with white linens, framed artwork, and a flat-screen TV.

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Parking included

$65 nightly

Aug 7 - Aug 8

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available on weekends 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

Outdoor pool

Family friendly

In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

No elevator

Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

Hair dryer (on request)
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator

Air conditioning
Desk
Heating
Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

Cash deposit: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay

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

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 cash

Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.
No cribs or infant beds are available.
No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Steelhead Inn Erie

Steelhead Inn Motel

Steelhead Inn Motel Erie

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Steelhead Inn?

Steelhead Inn provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Steelhead Inn?

This motel is located in Erie, a short 20-minute walk from Waldameer & Water World and also 17 minutes on foot from Tom Ridge Center. You'll also find Lake Erie and Millcreek Mall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Steelhead Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Steelhead Inn include a casino at the property?

No, Steelhead Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Steelhead Inn?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Steelhead Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like Egyptian cotton sheets and free Internet access as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Steelhead Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Steelhead Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Steelhead Inn offers free continental breakfast on weekend mornings though there is no restaurant.

Does Steelhead Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Steelhead Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Steelhead Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Steelhead Inn?

The closest major airport to Steelhead Inn is Erie, PA (ERI-Erie Intl.), which is 2.3 mi away (4 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Steelhead Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Steelhead Inn.

Steelhead Inn Reviews

6.6

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

2/10 Terrible

Erin

Business traveler

May 6, 2025

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

Terrible!

Don't stay here

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Youwen

Apr 24, 2025

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

Description is

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Danielle

Business traveler

Jan 30, 2025

Did not stay at this motel! They were closed when I arrived. Had to get another hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

yvon

Jan 8, 2025

Disliked: Amenities

No heat Room very cold

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Jan 2, 2025

Disliked: Amenities

My refrigerator didn’t work and the room had ants in the shower and on the floor

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Dec 30, 2024

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

4 total trips with 50/50 good and bad reviews

The first time that we stayed here, it was good. The room was stocked and clean and check in was a breeze. The second time, we had people screaming and cussing each other out in the parking lot in the middle of the night. The TV in the room that we were in didnt work and they said that they would fix it but never did. We had to ask for towels multiple times and the dirty sheets from the prior guests were still on the floor in the room. The following week we came up again and a friend of ours got the same room as we had for the second trip and complained of people screaming at each other and fighting in the middle of the night. The TV was also still not fixed. Our room was better that trip so we gave it one more go this past weekend. The room was dirty. The sheets had hair all over them, the pillows had hair and spots (orange/brown blood like color) on them, there were medical tape chunks on the inside of the bathroom door frame with what looks like blood under them. There was no remote for the AC/fan/heating unit so we had to get a step stool from our vehicle to turn the heat on. We stayed here because we needed a place to sleep and shower and that was pretty much it. We leave the room before light to fish and dont return until well after dark so we don't need anything fancy but this time was enough. We will be finding somewhere else from now on. I don't like to be the person to leave negative reviews but some things are just too much to ignore.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family

Oct 27, 2024

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

A nice little place

Room was comfortable and clean, it also has a microwave and mini-fridge. Staff was excellent and friendly.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Charlotte

Traveled with group

Oct 24, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Old and run down in to do improvement, paint ,fix walls, only one chair in room.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Pam

Oct 24, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Convenience and good restaurants close by

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Oct 17, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Oct 16, 2024

It was okay

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dean

Oct 10, 2024

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities

Our first room was nice inside, but the walls are thin and the guy next to ours had their TV on really loud so late, so we asked if we could move. Then the took us to another room next to a lady who had a dog, then they thought that was not a good idea, so the took us to another room which seems nice as well, but then more problems started. There was a group of guys outside two rooms down carrying on to all hours of the night. I was concerned about saying anything to them because they were loud and they were talking about some bad things. At 2:30 am I was awakened with laughing and loud talking outside. then they quited down. then at 4:30 am more loud noises and loud talking. Then at 6 am a tow truck arriving in front of our room making loud noises. Just as the sun came up, the group of guys left and the party was over. The motel should not have allowed this to happen. I didn't want to say anything to them because of fear of retaliation and possible vandalisim of my car. We did not feel safe and it was not worth it at all. I DO NOT recommend staying here.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Oct 8, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Sep 26, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Sep 24, 2024

I had a very bad experience at Steelhead Inn - I arrived the evening of my reservation and they had no rooms for me; they had overbooked the Inn. I had to scramble to find another hotel room in the city. I thought it was unacceptable how they handle the property reservations, and the front desk staff told me this has happened before.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael

Sep 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

warren

Sep 17, 2024

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

I love it a nice little breake from Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Sep 16, 2024

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Traveled with family

Sep 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

The walls a thin and noises in neighboring rooms are audible. There was a strong smell of mold in the bathroom. On the positive side, the property is clean and rooms are equipped with microwaves and minifridges.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024