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Explorer Rest & Recreation

2.0 star property
Hotel near Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center in Sandusky

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Executive Suite
Premier Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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2227 Cleveland Rd W, Sandusky, OH, 44870
  • Place, Castaway Bay Waterpark
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Cedar Point Sports Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Family Cabin

Family Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premier Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

Premier Studio Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

About the area

Sandusky

In Sandusky .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Sandusky hotel, you'll find Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Osborn MetroPark. Also, Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky is within 3 miles (5 km) and Jackson Street Pier is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cedar Point Sports Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Goofy Golf - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ghostly Manor Thrill Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 9 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cheers Sports Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Explorer Rest & Recreation

Hotel near Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center in Sandusky
Explorer Rest & Recreation offers its guests a vending machine and a television in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Sandusky hotel is smoke free.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Explorer Rest & Recreation offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Tempur-Pedic beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)).

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Operto mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • 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 fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, 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 debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

2227 Cleveland Rd W
Explorer Rest & Recreation
Explorer Rest & Recreation Hotel
Explorer Rest & Recreation Sandusky
Explorer Rest & Recreation Hotel Sandusky

Frequently asked questions

How close is Explorer Rest & Recreation to the airport?

Explorer Rest & Recreation is 50.7 mi (57-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 Explorer Rest & Recreation?

As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Explorer Rest & Recreation on Apr 20, 2026 start from CA $108, 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 Explorer Rest & Recreation have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Explorer Rest & Recreation.

How close is Explorer Rest & Recreation to the beach?

This hotel is 19.7 mi (31-min drive) from North Swimming Beach.

Does Explorer Rest & Recreation offer free breakfast?

Explorer Rest & Recreation does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Explorer Rest & Recreation?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Explorer Rest & Recreation?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Explorer Rest & Recreation?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Explorer Rest & Recreation have a pool?

Explorer Rest & Recreation does not have a pool.

Does Explorer Rest & Recreation have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Explorer Rest & Recreation to downtown Sandusky?

Explorer Rest & Recreation is 2.6 mi away from Sandusky.

Explorer Rest & Recreation Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 261 out of 344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 344 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, warm, excellent for bigger families or groups!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

carrie

Travelled with family
Need exhaust fan in bathroom, need something to stop water from going all over the bathroom floor, need coat hangers on wall to hang coats, towels, etc, need a garbage can in the room, need utensils, water to make coffee, need another shelf in bathroom for personal items, better seating, no heat in bathroom, conditioner was empty when we arrived. Need to make lights dimmable and not just on/off No staff on site
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dawn

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked this not having seen it but the website made it look very nice. When we arrived we were surprised at what we saw, and not in a good way, online it presented as a hotel, not a motel. Since it didn’t look like there was a check in area or a main lobby, we drove around to our room. Well. Right off the bat I wasn’t comfortable even parking there on the side of the building where there didn’t appear to be any other guests. Just sketchy looking apartments behind it. When we peeked in the window and saw the wavy “lumpy” bed and small quarters I decided I didn’t care how much it cost we were staying somewhere else.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candy

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and spacious. The only bad thing would be the trains running at night bliwing the horns. I believe there was a total of 5 trains over night that woke me up.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Rossford

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Donna

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was great love the size!! And style
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

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

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend trip to Cedar Point. Close to the park. Easy check in/check out. Very clean room and close parking. Will stay again- thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy, clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen, ..

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Train ran about every 5 to 10 minutes. That was a little irritating but it doesn't take away for the property. Definitely will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean l, modern. Best hotel in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and pleasant, only thing was room was a little cold when we got in, which wasn’t a big deal cause the heaters were easy to use and heat the place up, other than that it was great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aisha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to cedar point
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Trains run close to hotel. They run all night and are extremely noisy. The room was clean, except the ceiling. Someone had apparently took off their shoe and put prints on the ceiling. They were not cleaned off. There were no tables or stands to put luggage on. We had to put our things on the floor. There was only 1 small trash can for the room. There were no instructions for the Keurig machine and there was only sugar packs. No cream or other sweetener. The bathroom counter was too small and not level; any toiletries put there ended up on the floor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flora

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and comfortable. We were staying just one night so I wasn't looking for anything special. I would recommend staying and we will use the Explorer again. If I had to find one thing to improve, it would be the bathroom sink. It's a little on the miniature side!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were so friendly and kind! Parking was easy, right in front of the room. Very close drive to Cedar Point. Comfortable beds and the room was very clean. The rooms are updated and have what you need -- coffee maker, fridge, microwave. Shared walls means you hear your neighbors if they are being loud, but no more than if you were staying at any other hotel. Overall, a really nice and comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Huge room. Close to cedar point and Lake Erie
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was nice and clean, overall a good stay. Some minor details that could make the property superb… there was a LOT of bleed through noise from the other rooms. Other guests kept arriving late and the blinds weren’t effective at keeping the lights from disrupting our sleep. The bed was very much on the low side, which could be difficult for some people to get in or out of. My husband has rheumatoid arthritis and did struggle a bit getting in and out. Additionally, the bathroom door is oddly small…again my husband blasted his elbows at least three times going in and out (and he’s just an average sized man). Finally, parking is a bit inadequate, and a bit cramped. All in all, an above average stay in a clean well maintained environment. But just because the competition is a 4, it doesn’t make Explorer a 9.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I'll start by saying the staff was extremely friendly and
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025