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South Shore Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers find lakeside relaxation at this South Shore Inn with stunning Lake Erie views and a pool area complete with waterslide that delights guests of all ages

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South Shore Inn on Lake Erie offers a peaceful getaway with continental breakfast. Guests can stroll through the garden, unwind in the spa tub, or use free WiFi. The pool area features a waterslide and sun loungers for relaxing after check-out.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside

Family Suite, Refrigerator & Microwave, Poolside

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Single Murphy Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(119 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the area

Located in Sandusky, South Shore Inn is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center, while Cedar Point and Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky are popular local attractions. Kalahari Waterpark Resort and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark are not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Sandusky travel guide
Map
2047 Cleveland Rd, Sandusky, OH, 44870

What's nearby

  • Castaway Bay Waterpark
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Goofy Golf
    2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Pipe Creek Wildlife Area
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Ghostly Manor Thrill Center
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station
    8 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

South Shore Inn

Hotel near Lake Erie
Located close to Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky, South Shore Inn provides free continental breakfast, a terrace and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with a waterslide, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage, a TV in reception and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 76 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 42-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available on weekends 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1992
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving outside of regular check-in hours must contact the property for assistance.

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 15 December 2025 to 20 January 2026 (dates subject to change).
The property will be renovating from 15 December 2025 to 20 January 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
  • Front desk
  • Hallway
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lobby
  • Parking area
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit 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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The seasonal pool will be open from 24 May to 08 September
Pool access available from 9 AM to 11:00 PM

Property is also known as

South Shore Inn
South Shore Inn Sandusky
South Shore Sandusky
South Shore Inn Sandusky, Ohio
South Shore Hotel Sandusky
South Shore Inn Hotel
South Shore Inn Sandusky
South Shore Inn Hotel Sandusky

Frequently asked questions

Does South Shore Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM to 11:00 PM. The property will be renovating the swimming pool from December 15 2025 until January 20 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Is South Shore Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at South Shore Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at South Shore Inn?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 25 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at South Shore Inn?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is South Shore Inn located?

Situated in Sandusky, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Lake Erie, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky. Cedar Point and Kalahari Waterpark Resort are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

South Shore Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff is very friendly we enjoy staying here for our trips to cedar point.. close by thirsty pony and cedar point we love it here!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

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

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient Cedar Point stay. The facility was clean and the staff were very friendly. I would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location location location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

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

Best budget hotel

Favorite place to stay in Sandusky, always super clean, quiet, and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great. Very nice people.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very clean and served it's purpose for a quick one night stay with the kids! Would come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The in-room hot tub was an amazing surprise after a long day at the park!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub and pool were very clean and nice, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool area is really nice and clean the hot tub was perfect temperature and many families were taking advantage.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and no complaints whatsoever, breakfast was very good and had lots to choose from!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable. The breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

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

Great hotel, great location

Room was clean, staff was friendly, breakfast was good (but limited), close to cedar point which was our intention, gave us water when checking in which was super nice. Overall would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our second stay and we love it! Convenient to Cedar Point and very clean! The staff is always super friendly as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was super clean and staff which was all family were very helpful and polite.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is an excellent value for anyone needing a place to sleep before or after visiting cedar point! The rooms are very clean and comfortable, the breakfast has plenty of cold and hot options and friendly service, and we had nothing but great service from the front desk who were even able to find my son’s watch he left in the room and hold it for us! For the price it is clearly not going to be a luxury resort but it is the perfect spot to get some rest just a couple of blocks from the entry to Cedar Point!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

Great place to stay!

This is a great location close to Cedar Point. Staff is very friendly, rooms are clean, nice pool with a slide, and breakfast was a nice plus. We have now stayed there twice and plan on booking again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great spot. We stay here every year
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was large, beds comfortable, showers hot, and clean. It was quiet and a pleasure to come back to after staying at Cedarpoint til midnight. Staff was helpful. Love that there were 4 sets of towels in a double queen room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caryn

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

One of our favorite places to stay

We stay here about every time we go to cedar point. The nicest group runs this place-the pool is a hit with the kids-nice hot tub for the parents. Never had an issue, breakfast is fine, two thumbs up all the way for a great mom and pop hotel ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was at nice and the staff was so friendly. I loved this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

Sandusky gem!

My family and I have stayed at Southshore about 6x now. The hotel is always clean, the staff is super friendly and they have a great free breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional and loved the pool
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gerardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place just not the softest beds
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025