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South Beach Resort Hotel

2.5 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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Private beach, beach towels, scuba diving, water skiing
Exterior
Exterior
Property entrance
Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard Area | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets
South Beach Resort Hotel balances comfort and activity. Guests can lounge on the private beach or book spa treatments like aromatherapy and massages. The property features three outdoor pools, motorboating opportunities, and an arcade/game room for all ages.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Laundry
Beach

On the beach

This hotel is located on the waterfront and has a private beach. Take advantage of the beach towels at the sandy beach. Several on-site activities to enjoy during your visit include water skiing, boat tours, and motor boating. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include bicycle rentals and horseback riding.

Outdoor pool
Fishing

Room options

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Tomorrow

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Designer toiletries
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard Area | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Courtyard Area

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
8620 E. Bayshore Road, Marblehead, OH, 43440

What's nearby

  • Marblehead Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Jackson Street Pier - 26 min drive - 17.6 miles
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 28 min drive - 21.2 miles
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 29 min drive - 23.9 miles
  • Cedar Point - 34 min drive - 23.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 21 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Toft's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪TGI Fridays - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Red's Lakehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Miss Keat’s Smokehouse - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Rayz on the Bay - ‬13 min drive

About this property

South Beach Resort Hotel

Luxury family-friendly hotel renovated in 2023 and located near Marblehead Lighthouse
Located close to African Safari Wildlife Park and Cedar Point, South Beach Resort Hotel provides a marina, a terrace, and a garden. With a private beach, scuba diving, and motor boating, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage, aromatherapy, or a facial at the onsite spa. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing, beach volleyball, and boat tours. In addition to a playground and an arcade/game room, guests can connect to in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Limo/town car service, an outdoor tennis court, and express check-out
  • Express check-in, an elevator, and barbecue grills
  • Beach towels, 1 meeting room, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 55 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries, showers, and shower/tub combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • On-request microwaves, coffee/tea makers, and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • TV in common areas
  • Water skiing

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Playground
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • In-room massages

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2002
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 99
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 99
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Cleaning deposit: USD 250 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 42.50 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • Self parking

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 99 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 99 (subject to availability)
  • Refrigerator fee: USD 10 per day
  • In-room microwave fee: USD 10 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

South Beach Marblehead
South Beach Resort Hotel
South Beach Resort Hotel Marblehead
South Beach Hotel Marblehead
South Beach Resort Hotel Ohio/Marblehead
South Beach Resort Hotel Hotel
South Beach Resort Hotel Marblehead
South Beach Resort Hotel Hotel Marblehead

Frequently asked questions

Does South Beach Resort Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is South Beach Resort Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at South Beach Resort Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 99 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at South Beach Resort Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 99 (subject to availability).

Where is South Beach Resort Hotel located?

Located in Marblehead, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district, 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Marblehead Lighthouse, and within 20 mi (32 km) of African Safari Wildlife Park and Cedar Point.

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South Beach Resort Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 518 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 518 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 88 out of 518 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 518 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 518 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was wonderful everyone there is super friendly and the property is very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place!! Perfect for family, outdoors and or great short getaway trip… Romantic too!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone on property is super nice and helpful. The view of the resort is so beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dated Property - Beach amd pool - Nice family and staff run it
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, the mattresses were a little flimsy and old, but otherwise it was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Buddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that you can fish and swim, everything within in walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A little older but probably one of the cleanest places I've ever stayed. Staff is very friendly alot of kids so great place for families!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful peaceful location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly clean and cheap
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would be nice to have a microwave and mini fridge but overall it was a nuce stay and fun to hangout at the far pool that seemed to be for adults! Good time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Three pools + other waterplay areas. Wonderful for children. Great view of the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was just a Beautiful spot to Visit la
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Deem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
On the water
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
The lake access.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This place offers everything! Three pool, splash pad, hot tub, magnificent view of Lake Erie! Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Chis and his staff were great..The area was very clean .. Lots to do and meet great people..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajeania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Need refrigerator in rooms and/or microwave
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loves this hotel and its location. Great to be able to get to kelleys island ferry easily. Staff is friendly and rooms are clean. The decor is a little outdated and beds are not very comfortable. But the amenities and cleanliness makes up for it. Love the pool area and cottages to rent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mchael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the evening bonfire, a very nice touch that was appreciated allot.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Amenities
They had 3 pools! We swam in the kiddy pool. Adult pool was always full.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recommend only staying on the top floor as the floors make a lot of creaking noises that you hear everytime someone walks in the room above.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miranda

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

6/10 Okay

Hussein

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
V
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Amenities
A nice kid friendly place. Hotel room is not made for comfort. Blankets are itchy. Pillows are flat, and the air conditioner is loud. Shower squeaks. Breakfast was good, and my granddaughter enjoyed the pool. A bit overpriced
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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