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The Cedar Motel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Sandusky motel

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Beach
Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Guests liked:

Friendly staff

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
903 E Bayview Dr, Sandusky, OH, 44870
  • Sandusky Bay
    1 min walk
  • Merry-Go-Round Museum
    13 min drive
  • Firelands Regional Medical Center
    14 min drive

Room options

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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 19 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Sandusky

In Sandusky .Within a 5-minute walk of the motel, you'll find Lake Erie and Sandusky Bay. Resthaven Wildlife Area and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Sandusky Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
  • African Safari Wildlife Park - 14 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 17 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Cedar Point - 23 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 13 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Toft Dairy - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Firelands Winery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cleats Club Seat Grille - ‬12 min drive

About this property

The Cedar Motel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Sandusky motel
The Cedar Motel offers its guests a garden, a picnic area, and a convenience store. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Sandusky motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Cedar Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Sandusky motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

  • 12 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50.0 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 50 lbs per pet
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.0 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Cedar Motel Bay View
The Cedar Motel Motel
The Cedar Motel Sandusky
The Cedar Motel Motel Sandusky

The Cedar Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 64 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 214 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 214 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Everything was fine, it was a nice play to sleep after visiting cedar point. But we had issues with wifi and not having cell phone service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed my stay and would stay again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THE MANAGER/OWNER COULD NOT HAVE BEEN MORE ACCOMMADATING. THERE WERE SNACKS AND BEVERAGES UPON OUR ARRIVAL. WHEN WE RETURNED FROM DINNER SHE HAD A FIRE GOING AND TIKI TORCHES LIT UP IN THE COMMON AREA. WILL DEFINATELY RETURN
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

betty, Bremen

Travelled with partner
Not a fancy hotel but oh so clean and comfortable!!!! Definitely will be the place I stay with every visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Leinaala

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
EXTREMELY Pricey for a tiny, no frills room with the smallest bathroom I've ever tried to shower, etc. in! That said, the property staff was VERY nice and Welcoming. She really made it easier for me to overlook the negative for the one night we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint, Simple, Efficient
This quaint motel right on the bay was just what I expected. Efficient. Had all we needed for our overnight stay. We loved the view of the bay. Jonathan recommended Rayz on the Bay for dinner. Within walking distance we enjoyed taking in all this quiet beautiful area has to offer. This motel is not a new and spacious place. But if you’re looking to enjoy the Bay and step back in time to simplicity, this place is for you! We would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean , pet friendly nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Leisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, and quiet. But it was not much bigger then a closet, and over priced for what it was.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peyton

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it!
Stayed here for the night to go to put in bay! We had a nice stay and enjoyed how much work they’ve put into the motel! It was so cute!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool retro mid-century vibe. Super attentive staff. Clean with zero problems. Had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here a couple years ago. Clean simple room. Great person at desk. This time the room smelled funky and it looks like the property isn’t as well maintained. The guy at the desk wasn’t impressive when we checked in. We showed up at scheduled time of check in to him telling me it could be an hour until room is ready. I pushed back and he changed it to ready in 20 minutes. Not a terrible stay, but much better a years ago. Better cleanliness in the past.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a lovely property. Nice and quiet. Comfortable beds and clean. They had good coffee and snacks in the lobby. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small, local motel very adequate
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Schuyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Will definitely come back
Best motel weve ever stayed at! Even nicer than some of the hotels weve been to. Place was very clean, bed was very comfortable as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dwight

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect little stay out of the limelight
This is a quiet little off the beaten path place to stay. If you are high maintenance, this place is not for you. But if you appreciate the finer things in life, this inn is awesome. The service is great, owner is suoer sweet. Communication was great! Right across from Sandusky Bay, evening fire pit and tiki torch area. Really a cute place! I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Janet

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s got a nice water view. Room is extremely small but it’s clean. Built in 1954 it has its own personality. Saundra was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owner was so very friendly and helpful- giving wonderful tips on the ferry and breakfast recommendation. Also, love free snacks and beverages!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place -- clean, comfortable, and quiet
This is a great place on Lake Erie. It's comfortable, clean and quiet. The owner was very friendly and accommodating -- she was there when we needed her but not intrusive. The room was recently remodeled, everything in perfect order and thoughtfully designed and laid out. Generous treats and coffee, even treats for the pups. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were here for the solar eclipse and what a hidden gem on the bay. Close enough to Sandusky and Port Clinton but just far enough away from a hustle and bustle! We couldn’t have chosen a better place! Saundra and her sons were delightful and hospitable the whole time. We enjoyed their firepit, nice snacks comfortable room with all we needed for a great experience to view the eclipse. Two restaurants within walking distance. Would stay again if ever in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a quaint, quiet place with a retro vibe. The owner was working the office and she was friendly and helpful, allowing us to choose our room because we were the only ones there on that cold, out-of-season night. She had complimentary snacks and drinks (including beer) set out for guests. We will definitely return sometime.

10/10 Excellent

Hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023