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Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Jackson Street Pier

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2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar
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Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar
Hotel Kilbourne's rooftop terrace and garden provide a serene escape near Shoreline Park. With 2 bars, an on-site Mexican restaurant, Oh Taco, luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby and helpful staff praised by previous guests for their attentive service.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 2 King Beds, Lake View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Luxury Room, 2 King Beds, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, minibar

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
223 West Water Street, Sandusky, OH, 44870

What's nearby

  • Jackson Street Pier - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Shoreline Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Maritime Museum of Sandusky - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Cedar Point - 10 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 3 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bait House Brewery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cameo Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪J Bistro Downtown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Amvets Post 17 - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Everwild Spirits Restaurant & Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

Hotel near Jackson Street Pier
Located close to Shoreline Park and Maritime Museum of Sandusky, Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and 2 bars. The on-site Mexican cuisine restaurant, Oh Taco, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, 1 meeting room, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and an elevator
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and down comforters
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and digital channels

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Moseley's Rooftop Bar
  • Oh Taco

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 50 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 9:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 75
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 75 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 50 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 9:00 AM

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
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hotel Kilbourne Sandusky
Kilbourne Sandusky
Hotel Kilbourne Sandusky Ohio
Hotel Kilbourne Hotel
Hotel Kilbourne Sandusky
Hotel Kilbourne Hotel Sandusky

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky pet-friendly?

Yes, Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 75 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM– 9:00 AM for a fee of USD 50.

What time is check-out at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky located?

Located in Historic Downtown Sandusky, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Jackson Street Pier and Shoreline Park. Maritime Museum of Sandusky and Sandusky Speedway are also within 3 mi (5 km). Sandusky Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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