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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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Deluxe Studio Suite, Multiple Beds
Vending machine
Exterior
Premier Studio Suite, Multiple Beds
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning

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2227 Cleveland Rd W, Sandusky, OH, 44870
  • Place, Castaway Bay Waterpark
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ghostly Manor Thrill Center
    ‪4 min drive‬

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 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

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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
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Cedar Point - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 8 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 9 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Pony Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Dianna's Deli & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬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

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 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 security system and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

2227 Cleveland Rd W
Explorer Rest & Recreation
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Explorer Rest & Recreation Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 329 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

melissa

Refrigerator didn’t work
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the suite, was perfect for a family of 6
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Deborah

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
No staff or office to get extra towels, coffee etc. Floor in room should be mopped. Kids took a shower, walked across the floor and their feet were black. Very quiet and beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was off the charts comfortable! Crisp, clean, boutique style rooms with a really unique design. Perfect for overnight stays, not ideal for business travelers.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennaka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

4/10 Poor

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really love the wooden feel and bed comfort after a long day at cedar point.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a neat little place to stay. The room wasn't big, but it was perfect for an overnight stay. Close to Cedar point and downtown Sandusky and the ferries. Nice job on the renovation of what we assume was an old hotel. Had some challenges with checking in but got everything worked out. Only complaint would be we could hear our next door neighbors through the walls but not a huge deal.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

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

10/10 Excellent

Quinn

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

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10 out of 10 Recommend

The team at Explorer were great to work with. They were super accommodating. We had booked a 3 day stay but the. We realized we needed an extra day. They gave us a late checknout on our first room And then an early check in on our new room. The suite we stayed in was spacious amd clean. The beds were comfortable and the room had a great temp. The linens were clean as well as the towel, which there were plenty. The kichenette worked for our needs. The Explorer is super close to Cedar Point was super close and easy to get to. Only about 10 mins to downtown Sandusky which had some great options for food.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

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

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was kind of thrown together - with furniture and decor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was in a great location to go to cedar point. The only thing with that though is there was a surplus of great lodging, but not much dining. We ended up hitting up the McDonalds on the way to the park to avoid back tracking into town. Amazing room and cozy atmosphere; I will absolutely be staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

8/10 Good

kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

jabrielle

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Akemi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Very cute inn and nice property. Good size bed for family of 4 (young adults). Close to ceder point with a lot of amenities:) Cons: Too noisy with cars driving by. Train track is like 10 feet away and so loud. I’m very light sleeper so it wasn’t a good fit for me. Sink is small and hard to wash face, but I guess washing face in the shower works:)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Payton

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

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

Adorable, comfortable, convenient

I'm not one to get excited about sheets and towels, especially for a last minute trip, but my goodness, these were delightful! The bed was super comfortable. You can't beat the sport's proximity to Cedar Point, and it sure beat driving home 2 hours. I'd love to give it a shot with the kids some time. The TV was absurdly hard to work (though if I could have figured it out I think it would be amazing.) An instruction manual for that would have been a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

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

Tech problems with access

No code provided to access room. Luckily attendant was available, but he had trouble accessing room as well. Room was clean, newly renovated
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a great stay. My only complaint is that you can hear through the walls pretty easily to neighboring rooms. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025