Avalon Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Cedar Point in Sandusky

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Interior detail
Front of property
Double or Twin Room | Free WiFi
Exterior
Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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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

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About the neighborhood

Sandusky

In Sandusky .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Sandusky Bay and 2 miles (3 km) of Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden with a stay here. Lake Erie and Goofy Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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 near Cedar Point in Sandusky
As a guest of Avalon Inn, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Sandusky hotel is smoke free.

  • 103 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Avalon Inn offers 103 accommodations. This Sandusky hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in August.

Property is also known as

Avalon Inn Hotel
Avalon Inn Sandusky
Avalon Inn Hotel Sandusky

Frequently asked questions

How close is Avalon Inn to the airport?

Avalon Inn is 51.8 mi (59-min drive) away from the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Avalon Inn?

As of Dec 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Avalon Inn on Jan 4, 2026 start from $55.49, 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.

Does Avalon Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Avalon Inn.

How close is Avalon Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 16.6 mi (30-min drive) from North Swimming Beach.

Does Avalon Inn offer free breakfast?

Avalon Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Avalon Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Avalon Inn?

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

Is there free parking at Avalon Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Avalon Inn have a pool?

Avalon Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Avalon Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Avalon Inn to downtown Sandusky?

Avalon Inn is 1.4 mi away from Sandusky.

Avalon Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 274 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 274 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 274 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 274 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 274 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Renovation in progress, friendly staff, short drive to Cedar Point Sports Center avoiding railroad crossing. There was no fridge in the room, but staff brought one for us. Kids enjoyed large outdoor pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We booked a room at the very last minute and it was well worth the $80. Yes it’s an old hotel but it was clean, service was friendly and we were happy with our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Stacey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
There
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

DONALD, Asheboro

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean. A little outdated but super nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I like it here staff is friendly and accommodating room is quiet and comfortable checkin was fast and easy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Bryan

Business traveler
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
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Budget friendly, very nice staff, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tootzie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kristi

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

8/10 Good

Matthew

Traveled with family
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

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

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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
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
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
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
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

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025