Avalon Inn

Hotel in Sandusky with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

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Where to?

Dates

December 2025

January 2026

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Laundry
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

1530 Cleveland Rd W, Sandusky, OH, 44870

Place, Castaway Bay Waterpark
‪16 min walk‬
Place, Ghostly Manor Thrill Center
‪2 min drive‬
Place, Firelands Regional Medical Center
‪2 min drive‬

Room options

Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Suite

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Sandusky

Avalon Inn places you next to Sandusky Bay and within a mile (2 km) of Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden. This 103-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's nearby

Castaway Bay Waterpark - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Ghostly Manor Thrill Center - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
Goofy Golf - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
Firelands Regional Medical Center - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles
Sandusky Speedway - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

Sandusky Station - 5 min drive
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
‪Thirsty Pony Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
‪Dianna's Deli & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
‪Dairy Queen / Orange Julius - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Avalon Inn

Hotel in Sandusky with a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk

At Avalon Inn, guests have access to a seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.

Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi

$55 nightly

Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

Laundry facilities
Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Guest services

Housekeeping (on request)

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
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking

Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

Deposit: USD 30 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 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, debit cards, and cash

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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 or credit 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

The seasonal pool is open from June to August.
There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Avalon Inn Hotel

Avalon Inn Sandusky

Avalon Inn Hotel Sandusky

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do close to Avalon Inn?

This hotel is located in Sandusky, just steps from Sandusky Bay. You'll also find Cedar Point and Lake Erie within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Avalon Inn?

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

Does Avalon Inn feature a casino on the premises?

No, Avalon Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Avalon Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from June until August.

Is Avalon Inn good for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a seasonal outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Avalon Inn have a hot tub?

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

Does Avalon Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Avalon Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Avalon Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Avalon Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at Avalon Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Avalon Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Avalon Inn.

Avalon Inn Reviews

7.4

Good

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

4/10 Poor

Bryan

Business traveler

Sep 15, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This property was pieced together with broken things. I asked the very nice clerk and they said not to worry about it that they knew the towel rack and hairdryer were ripped out of the wall. Will not stay here again

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH

Traveled with group

Sep 14, 2025

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

The manager at the desk was friendly and helpful. For the price it was really good, especially with the Keycash. It was clean enough and everything worked ok. Would probably stay there again.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shaun

Sep 12, 2025

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

Budget friendly, very nice staff, clean rooms

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tootzie

Sep 12, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kristi

Sep 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew

Traveled with family

Sep 9, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

It is not updated, but for the price and location you can't complain. It is satisfactory and sufficient if you are looking for a place to sleep between Cedar Point days.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Sep 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

As others have noted, this was recently purchased by a new owner who has experience in the hotel industry. Super friendly and accommodating. Our stay was what we wanted - close to the park and affordable. The beds were clean, the TV and fridge worked great. There was coffee and donuts in the lobby. We were 5 mins from the park. Highly recommend Zuppaman for a meal, which is 1 minute away. Good stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Sep 8, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Sep 7, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Good location, friendly staff. The rooms/building have not been updated in some time.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Traveled with partner

Sep 7, 2025

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

Very affordable and the room was a nice size for what we paid.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family

Sep 6, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

The room door safety latch was broken and the door frame looked like someone tried to break into the room at one time.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Philip

Traveled with partner

Sep 3, 2025

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

The only positive thing I can day about this hotel is that it is cheaper than other nearby hotels. Its also 10 minutes from cedar pointm Mold growing in corners of bathroom sinks, window ac units, and hallways. Hallways feel and smell like they belong in a suspense horror film abandoned decades ago. Doors do not use actual keycards like 99.99 % of hotels use. They scrible a code on a receipt and you punch it on your room door. No idea if this code is used for only 1 door or general access to get into all rooms! Broken vending machines, deteriorating parking lot, bed mattresses are bricks, walls filled with holes and yellowish paint. Save yourself the headache and spend a little more for a quality goof night sleep!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Sep 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A bit rough around the edges but the room was clean and the price really can't be beat

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Austin

Sep 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cheri

Traveled with family

Sep 1, 2025

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

An older property and furnishings but very clean and worked for us. Staff was pleasant.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Traveled with family

Sep 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Meh

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025