Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel near Cedar Point in Sandusky

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Exterior
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Indoor pool
Suite, 1 King Bed (Mini Fridge) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Free buffet breakfast

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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1515 Cedar Point Drive, Sandusky, OH, 44870
  • Place, Castaway Bay Waterpark
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pipe Creek Wildlife Area
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Ghostly Manor Thrill Center
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Roll In Shower)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Mini Fridge)

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Communications)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications, Accessible Tub)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communications)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Microwave

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sandusky

In Sandusky .Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Sandusky Bay and Pipe Creek Wildlife Area. Lake Erie and Goofy Golf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pipe Creek Wildlife Area - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Goofy Golf - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Ghostly Manor Thrill Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Skateworld - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 6 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Thirsty Pony Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dianna's Deli & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mulvin's vegetable stand - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG

Hotel near Cedar Point in Sandusky
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG also features a vending machine, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This Sandusky hotel is smoke free.

  • 73 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG offers 73 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. 35-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers.

This Sandusky hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Tennis

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 35-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 5 AM to 11 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG is 51.5 mi (58-min drive) away from the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 17.2 mi (31-min drive) from North Swimming Beach.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG?

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

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 5 AM to 11 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG to downtown Sandusky?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG is 1.8 mi away from Sandusky.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 569 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1000 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

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

8/10 Good

Ashley

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was super friendly, the check-in process was easy, and the breakfast was pretty good for a continental breakfast! Very convenient location to our plans at Cedar Point. The cleanliness of our room has room for improvement. Significant dust on the lamps, including a pair of glasses left over from a previous stay, that were not ours (showing the night stand is skipped over. The beds were made sloppy and some areas throughout room needed some additional attention. The pool definitely could use a good scrub around the water line.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beds and pillows were amazing. Staff were all fantastic. Sat night gathering was a fun free bonus. Only complaint was the bathroom could have used a good clean as there was pink mold along the tub and gross grime all over the shampoo conditioner dispenser. 1 bed had a large stained comforter on the bed. But a quick call down and a new one was instantly brought up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joe

Ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay. Nicest hotel we've stayed in
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amata

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not so clean

The room wasn't clean enough Dirty elevator floor...
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was great and the location couldn’t have been better for a trip to Cedar Point. The staff were all super friendly and helpful and the room was clean and comfortable. Will likely be back next season!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel was clean and well organized.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodney

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn’t use the jet bath because the shower had orange mildew on it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good size room. Breakfast good with variety of choices
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Lauryn

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had to move to downgraded room after finding mold in 2 rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
When we walked into this hotel it smelled like cigarette smoke, old, moldy. The rugs were dirty and there were all kinds of stains on our floor. We always choose Holiday Inn Express because of its high quality and cleanliness. I was very disappointed .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

tanea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was immaculate. The staff were smiling and inviting no matter the time i seen them.and the parkinglot was always lit up and very safe feelng
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was nice and staff was amazing. Breakfast was good and there was a restaurant/bar right next door. It was a quiet hotel didn’t hear kids running everywhere even though it was a full hotel full of families. The only reason the cleanliness was lower on the ratings was the pool was filthy. There was a film of white/clear stuff, hair and bugs floating on the top of the water.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
It was the best hotel I’ve stayed in, very clean and the beds are comfortable I slept great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Shawn

Traveled with family
Decent hotel that served it’s purpose for an overnight stay on a cedar point trip
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

6/10 Okay

Shayla, Dayton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Front office staff was so nice she signed me up for IHG awards. We normally stay at Hotel Breakers but the breakfast and hospitality at Holiday Inn is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desmond

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kraig

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