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Great Lakes Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Fremont with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk

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Vending machine
Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property amenity
Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom sink
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Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1737 E State St, Fremont, OH, 43420
  • Place, Sandusky River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ozzie Rauch Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cedar Point
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | LCD TV

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 270 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds | View from room

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 279 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Fremont

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Sandusky River, Great Lakes Motel places you within a few miles (5 km) of Rutherford B. Hayes Library. This 18-room motel has free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour business center.
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What's nearby

  • Sandusky River - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Ozzie Rauch Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 32 min drive - 36.3 miles
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 35 min drive - 35.5 miles
  • Cedar Point - 40 min drive - 38.1 miles

Getting around

  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tackle Box 2 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rally's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Depot - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Garrison Food & Spirits - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Great Lakes Motel

Motel in Fremont with a 24-hour business center and a 24-hour front desk
Great Lakes Motel features free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour business center, and laundry facilities. A stay here includes free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and LCD TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Other amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls.
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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

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 (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
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

  • 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.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 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, 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 debit 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.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Great Lakes Fremont
Great Lakes Motel
Great Lakes Motel Fremont
Great Lakes Motel Fremont, Ohio
Great Lakes Motel Motel
Great Lakes Motel Fremont
Great Lakes Motel Motel Fremont

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Great Lakes Motel?

Great Lakes Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Great Lakes Motel?

This motel is located in Fremont, close to Fremont Speedway, Rutherford B. Hayes Library, and Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center. Sandusky River is also within a driving distance of 1.4 mi.

Is there parking available at Great Lakes Motel?

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

Does Great Lakes Motel feature a casino at the property?

No, Great Lakes Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Great Lakes Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Great Lakes Motel?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a garden and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Great Lakes Motel have a hot tub?

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

Does Great Lakes Motel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Great Lakes Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Great Lakes Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Great Lakes Motel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Great Lakes Motel?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Great Lakes Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Great Lakes Motel.

Great Lakes Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 233 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

5.2/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

Good stay

Large & roomy. Clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RoseAnn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was managed very well on the outside as well as the inside. We had a great experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than i was expecting. I was expecting something dirty and gross.. it was clean and better than i was thinking itd be
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

N

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice motel

Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Taking a 3-day class at the local community college and didn't want to commute from home. Stayed here. Nice folks. The room I had even had a parking garage attached. I believe all of the units did. It was the least expensive and everything went smooth the entire 3 days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very old, dirty, smelly and disgusting place to stay. Avoid this place!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sherrilynne

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay. It's nothing fancy but it's clean and had everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josh, walker

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible motel black mold in shower toilet seat was completly broken stains on sheets microwave hadnt been clean and who knowd how long was good in fridge when we checke r in
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jordyn

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

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Disliked: Amenities
I wanted a cheap price for an overnight stay - I a basic room with no extras for that price. Just what I expected - but not ever gonna be my first choice (but that was almost $300 for a single night!)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hardest king size bed we ever had to sleep on , definitely not " premium bedding " as they claim
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Carol

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Itvqas dirty, small, but adequate for or needs for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teia

Traveled with partner
The room was very nice and i enjoyed stay there there waa
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Bonnie

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely needs to be updated and a good cleaning! Shady characters all over the property. Didn’t feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Regina

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Apollo

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cristian

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

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Exposed wiring in shower.

We were in town to fish at Port Clinton. We stayed at this motel because of the distance and price. The biggest issue was the shower. There is a can light in the shower in the room we stayed in, and it was hanging down and wiring was exposed. The room had a kitchen that was a little dirty. The bathroom was a little dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Roger

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not look anything like it did online
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and relaxing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The motel is right of the 1950s
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property is dated, however, the room was sooooo clean we could have ate off the floor. I really appreciated that! The owners are new, and very nice. The only complaint I have is that she charged me $35.00 for my service dog. NOT an emotional support animal. A TRAINED SERVICE DOG. Im terminally ill, and this working animal goes with me everywhere! I have identification as well as handicapped permanent plates on my vehicle. Even so, she charged me $35. The owner obviously has no idea about ADA regulations. If I was a different kind of person, they would have contacted a lawyer and caused a lot of heartache for these owners. Lucky for them, I'm not that kind of person. I hope they see this review and do the research. Google is good for reading the regulations regarding service animals. Other than that situation, I would stay there again. But I won't because I'm not going to pay for my service dog. My dog detects low blood sugar and seizures. She is a life saver, literally!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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