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Explorer Rest & Recreation

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center

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Executive Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi
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Exterior
Executive Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Family Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Day bed
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Executive Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi

Executive Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, Multiple Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi

Family Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Cabin | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, free WiFi

Family Cabin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Down duvet
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2227 Cleveland Rd W, Sandusky, OH, 44870

What's nearby

  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Jackson Street Pier - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Cedar Point - 9 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Explorer Rest & Recreation

Hotel near Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center
Located close to Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky and Osborn MetroPark, Explorer Rest & Recreation has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Explorer Rest & Recreation boast perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Tempur-Pedic beds and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with streaming services and cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Vending machine
  • Virtual front desk

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

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

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 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Is Explorer Rest & Recreation pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Explorer Rest & Recreation?

Self parking is free at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Explorer Rest & Recreation located?

Situated in Sandusky, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Osborn MetroPark and Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky. Jackson Street Pier and Cedar Point are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Explorer Rest & Recreation Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 217 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 217 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 217 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 217 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 217 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Super cute and easy check in process. Our room was upgraded the day of which was a nice surprise. Wish we could have enjoyed the space longer. Only thing I would say is to bring earplugs as there is a train nearby
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

I would absolutely stay here again. So close to the Sports Center!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

The hotel was such a hidden gem outside of Ceder Point. My son and I stayed for one night so we could visit the park for a few days. It was very clean and easy to access. My only complaint is that the hotel does not have anyone there managing the building. At lest while we where there. Unfortunately the room next to us had about three VERY young kids that the parents just left alone until 3 or 4 in the morning and it was very loud all night so we did not get much sleep.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10

It was a nice place aesthetically but looking closer past the nice looks, I found a few bugs and the fridge smelt rlly bad, also the shower didn’t work great and the body wash was practically water it didn’t lather at all. The bed was hard. Other than those things the tv was super nice and the pillows were soft.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Very cute property and very reasonable. Close to sports complex. The train is a little noticeable at night but tolerable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Modernize Old style motel. Prompt service. bed stand is wood and seemed to have warped a bit making it squeak. Walls were thin, we could hear conversation level talking on the other side so I’m sure they heard us laughing at memes together after 10pm.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

It’s very minimalist, but everything we needed and REALLY clean. Great value. Online check in and out was so convenient. Customer service (via phone) was very helpful and quick to respond. Less than a mile from the Cedar Point Sports Complex. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Nice , clean and a great value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Very nice and quiet! Would book again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

We had a very nice trip that was easy accessible and the room was comfortable! The space the family suite has to offer was great. This is also a pet friendly location which was a bonus for us.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Loved that i could park tight outside the front door
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Great stay and location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Nice little in and out spot
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Very easy, clean, and affordable. Comfortable amenities & close to everything. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

This property is a great value for a large family.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Excellent place to stay in Sandusky County for affordable rates.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Very nice would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

I loved the place and how affordable it was next to cedar point
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10

Was large enough for my family, close to everywhere we wanted to go and the amenities were perfect. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Was perfect for us and close to our destination.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

VERY pleased!! Entire room was completely updated, VERY VERY CLEAN (and that is my #1 priority), HUGE room with all of the amenities you would need. And the price was fantastic! Great location, very close to Kalahari and Cedar Point. Easy to find. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The staff and owners were friendly and accommodating. The check in and out process was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Very nice and near the park.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Self check-in was very convenient and easy! Clean rooms with very comfortable beds and clean bathrooms. Would stay here again 10/10!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Liked the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024