Best Budget Inn Sandusky

Hotel with free parking, near Kalahari Waterpark Resort

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Pool
24/7 front desk
Laundry
Housekeeping
Air conditioning
Parking included

Explore the area

5918 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870

Place, Kalahari Waterpark Resort
‪2 min drive‬
Place, Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky
‪4 min drive‬
Place, Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center
‪6 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Sandusky

Best Budget Inn Sandusky places you within a short walk of Keys Golf Course and within a mile (2 km) of Kalahari Waterpark Resort. This 54-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
Castaway Bay Waterpark - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
Cedar Point - 16 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

Sandusky Station - 11 min drive
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬14 min walk
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬3 min drive
‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
‪Cinco Ninos - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Best Budget Inn Sandusky

Hotel with free parking, near Kalahari Waterpark Resort

At Best Budget Inn Sandusky, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and laundry facilities.

19-inch TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include free local calls, ironing boards, and free toiletries.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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

Similar properties

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

$35 nightly

Sep 29 - Sep 30

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Outdoor pool
Personal motorized watercraft
TV in common areas

Family friendly

In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

2 buildings
2 floors
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

19-inch TV with premium cable channels

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 AM

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Comfort Inn, 5909 Milan Rd.]

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 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

Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Check-in: 3 PM—-7 AM
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are 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.
The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Best Budget Inn Sandusky?

This hotel is located in Sandusky within a short 14-minute walk of Keys Golf Course. You'll also find Kalahari Waterpark Resort and Lake Erie within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Best Budget Inn Sandusky?

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

Does Best Budget Inn Sandusky feature a casino at the property?

No, Best Budget Inn Sandusky doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Best Budget Inn Sandusky?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Best Budget Inn Sandusky?

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

Are there hot tubs at Best Budget Inn Sandusky?

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

Does Best Budget Inn Sandusky feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Best Budget Inn Sandusky doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Best Budget Inn Sandusky allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Best Budget Inn Sandusky though service animals are welcome.

Does Best Budget Inn Sandusky have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Best Budget Inn Sandusky?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Best Budget Inn Sandusky.

Best Budget Inn Sandusky Reviews

4.6

4.8/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

5.0/10

Amenities

4.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6/10 Okay

Jamaica

Traveled with family

May 17, 2021

Stayed 1 night in May 2021

2/10 Terrible

Stephanie

Traveled with group, Traveled with family

May 17, 2021

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Save your time and money and go elsewhere.

Made a reservation and was on the road late knowing we wouldnt arrive before midnight although the hotel indicated 24 hour lobby they were closed when we arrived. I was able to contact someone by a number on the door and woke someone up to be let in. Once we got into the room and had a second to take a look it was bug infested, burn marks on the bed and walls. More then half the lights didnt work and was discusting. Needless to say we got a room down the road instead and didnt even settle enough to sit down because it was so uncomfortably discusting. The room we got instead was 7 minutes down the road was half the cost and was a nice name brand hotel. Whatever you do, save your money and go elsewhere.

Stayed 1 night in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Mark

Traveled with group

May 17, 2021

Liked: Room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Could have been better

First the desk was empty because whoever worked there had to get food. Then after waiting a half hour I ginally got the keys. Thete was harfly anywhere to park except near a construction site. Got concrete on my car. Then no coffee in the lobby like they advertised.I understand help is hard to find. But you should let guests know or lower your prices until you get your pkace in order

Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Apr 23, 2021

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

A great place to stay at.

My stay at the Best Budget was comfortable and I have absolutely no complaints whatsoever. The staff was friendly and helpful. There is everything you may need in the general area of this motel, restaurants, bars, shopping, whatever.

I got a nice, large room for a great, low price.

A refrigerator and microwave were a nice "plus."

The bed(s) were comfortable and there was an extra blanket in the dresser drawer, didn't need it, the heat worked just fine.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Apr 18, 2021

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Seevice was good. Room was in hotibble shape. I never thought of pictures. Was so tired we stayed anyway.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

4/10 Poor

Angela

Apr 18, 2021

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

WORST Budget Inn

We were told, via email, we would have to check in across the street at the Comfort Inn. After waiting in line for ten minutes, I was told it was the off season and could proceed directly to Best Budget Inn. We had driven four hours from out of state, arrived at 2:15. Check in is officially at 3. When we arrived, we were confused. There were U-haul's parked everywhere, and huge banners plastered everywhere advertising them. Walked into the building, and were immediately hit in the face with the overwhelming reek of marijuana. A man was waiting for someone to show up to rent him a u-haul. Nobody appeared to be available for that OR for check-in. When an employee showed up a few minutes later, he flat out told us check in is at 3, and we'd have to come back then. We went to a store for a few snacks, returned at 10 minutes after 3, and were told our room was not ready, would be about ten more minutes. When my husband complained, the employee said, "I didn't charge your card yet, you can stay somewhere else". Found out our room was upstairs. No elevator. I am somewhat disabled, so the stairs were difficult and painful. Upon reaching the room, we surprised the maid who was scurrying around trying to clean it. She apologized, telling us she is the only maid, and was not told ahead of time someone had reserved this room, so had not cleaned it earlier. Was old and not very clean. Hair in the shower. Bed was ok. No coffee in the room. Bottom line is we would NEVER stay here again!!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Apr 8, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Comfortable But Not...

Comfortable room. Plenty of hot water. But the heat in the room did not work. I was COLD. Also, there was a TON of very loud yelling and talking in the hallways and outside for my entire stay. I had gone away for a couple of days to get some peace and quiet and rest.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Charles

Traveled with family

Apr 4, 2021

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

It was nice

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Mar 29, 2021

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

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner

Dec 12, 2020

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

This place is horrible. I had a reservation but wouldn't stay there it wasn't safe. People were hanging out the windows yelling. There is a u-haul company set up in their parking lot. I walked in and I was scared. I quickly got out of there and left.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

4/10 Poor

Valerie

Traveled with family

Oct 24, 2020

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

Dont stay here.

It was run down, we had hardly no towels, no toilet paper. Lobby was closed we couldn't get a roll away bed. We had 5 people and only room for 4. Carpet was dirty. No coffee pot. No screen on window. I would not recommend this place. But at least the microwave was clean.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Guest, Michigan

Traveled with family

Oct 4, 2020

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

I didn’t like anything about the hotel. Your people can’t even answer the phone, then when people try to call over and over and over again to cancel a room before 24 hours you want to charge someone’s card over and over, when that’s not fair, the hotel looks ran down, you need to update your phone number if it’s not right on google, cause when I got in touch with someone they said they was with the child molesters.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

2/10 Terrible

Mayra

Traveled with family

Sep 15, 2020

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

When I got home and opened my bags to clean the clothes, there were cockroaches inside. Everything was dirty about this place. Does not look like the pictures!! You were warned.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Sep 6, 2020

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jul 12, 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was not ready at 7pm lobby smelled like smoke

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Mar 9, 2020

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

olivia

Jan 12, 2020

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Clean but unkept furniture and surroundings

Tianna room had to change rooms because the first one had bed bugs our door was hard to open the key card didn't work multiple times, there was a weird smell in the room was too tired to change rooms again just kept it, also leak under sink stopped with face rag

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Business traveler

Jan 12, 2020

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

The front desk has a roller gate on the reception window. I needed to fill out a paper form because my reservation wasn't copied to a computer system from Expedia. Certainly was unique to find a pool filled with stone. The halls smelled of smoke. The mirror has a notice stating that everything has been counted and if anything is missing that your license plate would be reported to the police. Wallpaper was painted. Switch plates are a hodge podge of colors. Wall tiles used as floor tiles. Condom wrappers in the exit foyer.

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Jan 8, 2020

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

smelled good walking in, muffins where fresh and on time. Staff was ready to help and genuine. Thanks for our 3rd great night in a row!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sierra, Sandusky

Dec 27, 2019

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

I love this hotel. I needed to find something quick for a long term stay. I have been here for about 2 weeks. Every day they ask if I need anything. They make sure I am stocked up on toilet paper, towels etc. They are very accommodating and I will stay here whenever I need to in the future. Can't think of anything I don't like about this place. It's quiet here. Haven't had any issues with the other guests here.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Laurie

Dec 22, 2019

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

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Nov 17, 2019

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

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn

Traveled with family

Nov 6, 2019

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

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Oct 8, 2019

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Sep 30, 2019

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

Love this hotel. It's clean and comfortable. Great mattress and really soft sheets. Not sandpaper like many other hotels I've stayed st. My favorite places to stay in Sandusky

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019