Cedar Point's Castaway Bay

3.0 star property
Family-friendly resort with 5 restaurants and free water park access

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Water park
Snack bar
Front of property
Traditional Double Room, 2 Double Beds | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Water park

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Hot Tub
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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2001 Cleveland Road, Sandusky, OH, 44870
  • Place, Castaway Bay Waterpark
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cedar Point
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 456 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(115 reviews)
  • 305 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(25 reviews)
  • 305 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sandusky

Pipe Creek Wildlife Area is within a mile (2 km) of Cedar Point's Castaway Bay, and other popular sites like Ghostly Manor Thrill Center are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 237-room, 3-star resort has a free water park along with an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ghostly Manor Thrill Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Cedar Point - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 5 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Pony Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dianna's Deli & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen / Orange Julius - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Cedar Point's Castaway Bay

Family-friendly resort with 5 restaurants and free water park access
At Cedar Point's Castaway Bay, guests enjoy a free water park, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. A stay here includes free parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this family-friendly resort include a children's pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and safes are also standard.
An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a complimentary water park and a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 16.99 for adults and USD 12.99 for children
  • 5 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Famous Dave's (May 2025!)
  • High Tide Cafe
  • Rocket's Market
  • Sprinkle Shack
  • Surfside Beach Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free water park access
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 16.99 for adults and USD 12.99 for children

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Cedar Point's Castaway Bay?

Cedar Point's Castaway Bay offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar Point's Castaway Bay?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Point's Castaway Bay on Dec 7, 2025 start from $135.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see close to Cedar Point's Castaway Bay?

This resort is located in Sandusky, a short 12-minute walk from Sandusky Bay and also 19 minutes on foot from Pipe Creek Wildlife Area. You'll also find Cedar Point and Lake Erie within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Cedar Point's Castaway Bay?

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

Does Cedar Point's Castaway Bay include a casino at the property?

No, Cedar Point's Castaway Bay doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Cedar Point's Castaway Bay?

Yes, this resort has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

Is Cedar Point's Castaway Bay a good place to stay for couples?

This waterfront resort offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and 5 restaurants.

Does Cedar Point's Castaway Bay have a hot tub?

Yes, this resort has a spa tub.

Does Cedar Point's Castaway Bay have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Cedar Point's Castaway Bay has 5 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Will Cedar Point's Castaway Bay allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Cedar Point's Castaway Bay though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Cedar Point's Castaway Bay?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cedar Point's Castaway Bay?

No, at Cedar Point's Castaway Bay, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Reviews

Cedar Point's Castaway Bay Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

charity

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place ever for my daughter and I first indoor waterpark
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

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

2/10 Terrible

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Hully caroline

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room's cleanliness leaves something to be desired. The lampshade, air vents, and bathroom lights were extremely dirty. I thought the place was expensive for the price. What I liked was that there's a Walmart and McDonald's nearby, so you can buy groceries. For children under 7, it's a good place. For older children, another option would be ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Disliked: Amenities
Bring a fan. Air conditioning sucks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael J

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the water park for my kiddos and the ability to get in early. Our room was available quite early (like 1pm) which was a definite bonus. Room was fairly clean. It did have a stale smell as if it hadn't been used in a while. There were some cobwebs above the shower. I wish there was a dimmer light in the aink area (toilet/shower was separate) as there was no door and rhe lights above 1 of the sinks were right in line with the kids bunkbeds. I understand tbe need to be safe in the waterpark, but reauiring shorter kids (under 54") to be in a lifejacket purside of the kiddie pool seems a bit much, especially if thebkida have taken swim lessons. My middle kiddo was bummed to need a life jacket for the larger pools, so he stuck around my youngest who stuck to the small/kiddie double slide, rode the water coaster and joined me in the hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenah

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
PROS: - Cute, whimsical, friendly atmosphere - Front desk staff were extremely personable and kind - Very fun for kids, especially younger ones - Indoor waterpark was very clean - Kids loved the water park, though it was small - Breakfast buffet was convenient and had a nice variety CONS: - No privacy in the “Family Room” - The only door was on the bathroom, everything else was open - Bad house keeping service: never made the kids’ beds, didn’t refill soaps, didn’t take out trash, didn’t show up daily - Phone didn’t work in our room - Linens were thin and cheap Overall, our stay was just okay. We were glad we spent 90% of our time out at Cedar Point, because the hotel itself wasn’t great. If traveling with a bigger family with older kids who will want privacy, avoid the “family room.”
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tammy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The grounds were clean and well kept. The closeness to the park made the stay better. I rated this a 3 because we woke up to ants all around the tv area and ice bucket. Maintenance was quick to respond, but we could not switch rooms. After the fumigation, which left a smell, the dead ants were not cleaned up. Also, we had to ask for a room clean with fresh towels. The rooms are not cleaned daily as advertised in the hotel brochure.
Ants in the morning
Ants in the morning on a table that had no food.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room reaked of sewage, we had to buy an air freshener to keep from gagging.The air conditioner was consistently fridgid, even when adjusted, and leaked. The water park was nice with plenty of lifegards. The staff was pleasant. The rest of the hotel was clean.Overall I would not stay there again although convenient to cedar point access, it wasnt great for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overall experience. Quality hotel. Lots for kids to do and close to Cedar Point.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The food options were average but this morning we had breakfast at the buffet and all they had was sweet creamer for my coffee, the young lady working behind the counter went to the coffee shop next door to get me some cream. She was kind, and went above her duties, I’m sorry I didn’t get her name
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ursula

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadiya

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Stefanie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
This property was great for proximity to Cedar Point. My kids loved the water coaster. Staff was nice! Checkin was painfully slow, over 30 minutes based on the number of people checking in. 40% of the waterslides were closed while we were there. The bathroom in the room was very dusty with some mold. The walls are thin so we could hear everything our neighbors were up to. It was ok for a night but my family won’t be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Very pretty surroundings. No coffee machine in the room or outdoor pool was a disappointment. No sheets or blanket for the sleeper chair.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Hussein

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
V
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ralph

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Those were such nice days, a lot of food options, the waterpark makes it even better! Really worth it if you’re going with kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025