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Anchor Bay Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
Travelers discover hiking and biking adventures along Lake Erie's shores at this peaceful getaway where nature takes center stage

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A table with a bottle of wine, glasses, cheese, and fruit. - Anchor Bay Inn and Suites (Sandusky)
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a white cabinet with glass doors, a beige sofa, and a kitchen area with a microwave, refrigerator, and dining table. - Anchor Bay Inn and Suites (Sandusky)
A modern apartment with a kitchen, living room, and dining area. - Anchor Bay Inn and Suites (Sandusky)
A wooden bench and a blue chair outside a house with white siding and a blue door. - Anchor Bay Inn and Suites (Sandusky)
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a ceiling fan. - Anchor Bay Inn and Suites (Sandusky)
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites sits near Lake Erie with excellent access to hiking and biking trails. Guests can stay connected with WiFi while enjoying the outdoors, including a convenient off-leash area for pets. Previous visitors consistently praise the attentive, helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a TV on the wall.

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two windows, a ceiling fan, and a mounted TV.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk, WiFi (free)

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a white console table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a nightstand.

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a bedside table with a lamp, and a small table with a chair.

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Traditional Suite

Two single beds with blue and white bedding, a small bedside table, and a wall decoration of fish.

Traditional Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Executive Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Sandusky, Anchor Bay Inn and Suites 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 Kalahari Waterpark Resort are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sandusky Speedway or Margaretta Stadium. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and canoeing adventures can be found near the property. Visit our Sandusky travel guide
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4401 Venice Rd., Sandusky, OH, 44870

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a body of water with a large ship and rocky shoreline.
    Jackson Street Pier
    7 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • A calm body of water with a single duck swimming, a distant ship, and a bridge in the background.
    Shoreline Park
    7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Firelands Winery & Restaurant
    2 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Merry-Go-Round Museum
    6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Sandusky Speedway
    6 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station
    6 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
    61 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    6 min drive
  • Toft's Ice Cream Parlor
    12 min walk
  • Burger King
    6 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

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 smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Anchor Bay Inn and Suites pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Anchor Bay Inn and Suites?

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

What time is check-out at Anchor Bay Inn and Suites?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Anchor Bay Inn and Suites located?

Situated in Sandusky, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Sandusky Bay and Lake Erie. Firelands Winery & Restaurant and Central Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Anchor Bay Inn and Suites Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 189 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms staff was nice and helpful parking was easy kitchen was simple but had everything you need I would stay again my room was premium suit it’s like small apartment almost big enough for me and my spouse and their service dog to have room to move around bathrooms very clean beds very comfy and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay away from the busy town. The room was clean lots of parking and staff was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I came for our anniversary weekend. We got married at Cedar Point, but wanted to find some other places and things to do in the area. Anchor was a cute little place. When we first pulled in, the first thing I noticed were the beautiful (and real) flowers outside of each room. The property appears very nicely kept. When we got into our room, it was so cute and very clean. That bed was so comfortable, I wanted to take it home. 😅 Check in and out was so incredibly easy. We saw the housekeepers when we left and they seemed so kind. Smiles on their faces. I would definitely come back! A nice fire pit in the middle would make it a little better 😃
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was great, comfortable, and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in cabin #1 which was newly remodeled. It definitely exceeded my expectations. There were a few small items that could be tweaked, shelves in the bathroom due to there being a pedestal sink (nowhere to put toiletries), shower drain was very slow causing water to backup, water takes a good 5 minutes to be warm but we were furthest out closest to the road, add a do not disturb sign for door, add a note with wifi password, and coffee creamers were spoiled. Our friends had an issue with their room not getting cold but it was handled immediately and they were given another room right away. There were no directions on how to reach anyone after hours but the main number on google was the one to call. Better instructions for guests would be helpful. Overall we were happy and plan to book there again for Ohio Bike Week 2027.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean good little spot to stay at!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marte A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very clean and new very spacious and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ve stayed at anchor inn two different times. It’s the perfect size for a family of four. Our recent visit to Cedar point, we stayed at a different resort and I wish we would have stayed at Anchor Bay Inn instead…
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean and very convenient to things in the area. I fished a tournament out of Sandusky and there was plenty of room for the truck/boat and electrical plugs to charge batteries
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable, clean room in a quiet area in close proximity to nearby attractions. If that’s what you’re looking for, I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So stayed here!

It was a good location. I was a little worried at first being a solo traveler as there weren’t many guests there, but it filled up after a while. The room was clean and there were extra towels in the cabinet.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean, extra towels and washcloths. When I texted manager got a response immediately. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Nice little place- no frills but very clean and comfortable. Bed is a little soft for my taste but other than that it's a nice place to stay for an overnight.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, charming, comfortable, convenient. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

NICOLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location for bike week. Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place will stay again when in the area even had a spot outside the kids could play
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brice

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

Great place to stay!

Super clean! One of the most comfortable hotel bed ever and the pillows were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

AMAZING! 5 stars all around...

This place is absolutely perfect. It was very clean and the check-in was super easy. Truly some of the most comfortable beds we've had and we travel frequently. I would highly recommend this location and hope to be back here soon!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Check in was very smooth (electronic entry)...very clean room! Nice, small room with a little kitchen counter/coffee area. Great stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ramona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was so clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean inside with great AC! SUPER close to Cedar point and downtown Sandusky with very easy check in check out instructions.! Hotel staff was very receptive with information and help! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet, very clean, and comfy. Very nice set up and we slept great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

ERNEST

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

Nice peaceful stay

The place was very nice and clean and safe updated. Only problem we had was the light on the microwave was burned out and the beds could've been a little bit more comfortable but overall great place and price right and in between location going between put in bay and Cedar point
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite property clean and very comfortable bed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024