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Consider a stay at The Island House Hotel and take advantage of a fireplace in the lobby, a bar, and a 24-hour business center. Free in-room WiFi and a restaurant are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Classic Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 58 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Port Clinton, The Island House Hotel is in the city center. The Keeper’s House and South Bass Island Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fisherman's Wharf and Jet Express. Island Adventures Family Fun Center and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including sledding, boat tours, and safari tours. Visit our Port Clinton travel guide
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102 Madison Street, Port Clinton, OH, 43452

What's nearby

  • A waterfront with colorful houses on stilts, a dock, and an American flag.
    Fisherman's Wharf
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A lighthouse with a green door and a red bow on top.
    Waterworks Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Port Clinton Lighthouse
    10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lakeview Park
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Port Clinton Public Swimming Beach
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station
    21 min drive
  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Jolly Roger's Seafood House
    2 min drive
  • The Brick House
    1 min walk
  • Wendy's
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1886
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Island House Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Island House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Island House Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Island House Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Port Clinton, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Fisherman's Wharf and Lake Erie. Waterworks Park and Jet Express are also within 5 minutes.

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

The Island House Hotel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 332 out of 697 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 244 out of 697 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 697 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 697 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 697 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was quoted $172.00. At check in they charged me $262.00
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Jacquelyn

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
They didnt want to honor our expedia price since they changed ownership. Made us wait till 3 for check in even though room then readyThen took 20 additional minutes to gain approval for rate and only granted when I said I wanted to cancel. No towels in our room. Clean but needs updated.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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4/10 Poor

Teresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very disappointing stay!

The web site is very misleading! If you think your stay is comparable to any hotel/motel with housekeeping services, I can guarantee that you will be sadly disappointed! I rented an apartment suite x 1 wk that was dusty upon arrival. The majority of the front desk staff were not customer friendly and lacked hospitality skills. I was expecting per the website to have a sofa bed or rollaway bed which was not available! I put dirty towels and a garbage bag outside my door which was there x 3 days! Totally unacceptable! I was told on 3 different occasions that my room would be tended … NEVER HAPPENED! I have come to understand that these units are individually owned and I needed to bring my own linens and paper products…I’m sure you’ll agree that this is ridiculous! I’ve been visiting Port Clinton x 35 yrs… I will emphatically say that the Island House Hotel is not a desirable place to stay! You will not get what you think you’re willing to pay. The owner was not accommodating to my request for a discount for the total lack of service!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is getting run down, as is the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
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4/10 Poor

Wendy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disappointed

The hotel was dated and the room could of been cleaner. Check in was a mess. One room booked but had me listed for 2 rooms. Fearful for being charged for a second room I did not request. Staff are not very friendly. We were in and out of the hotel several times over the 4 days and no one greeted us, in any way. Was told nothing about the hotel. Had to request the wifi password. The hotel is listed as having an onsite restaurant and bar. When I asked the hours was told, "there closed because they just bought it". Not sure who they is but there listing needs updated as this was a huge disappointment. We booked the hotel for the onsight convenience. Coffee pot in room was so dirty we could not use it. The complimentary body wash and shampoo was very watered down. Be sure to bring our own. I would not book here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely love this property. This was my 3rd time staying here, Staff is always welcoming and knowledgeable on the history. Is location is great, Directly across from the jet express ferry, Great little bars and eateries on the same road. In the past times I have stayed Here, The restaurant and bar inside Was open. This most recent trip it was not. Overall it's a great place to stay if you're visiting the islands.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great Location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was nice, Rooms were okay, Clean, Price was in line compared to others, Room was very small, but clean and in order. No maid service between days. No dining / bar.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
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4/10 Poor

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice looking building and convenient to lake attractions. But the restaurant and bar were closed and for sale. Also no ice machine because they used the restaurant ice. Duh
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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8/10 Good

Rebecca

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

Nice Quiet Place

Everyone was very friendly and helpful. It was under new ownership so there were some minor issues, but everything got fixed. The website lists it as a luxury hotel though and I would not call it that. It's nice enough, but not luxury by any means. Website also listed an onsite restaurant, but it was not opened yet. I feel the website should have reflected this. Coffee available to make for yourself in the room, but none in the lobby. Overall, it was a nice, clean quiet place with friendly people.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique hotel. Great staff.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
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4/10 Poor

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
1) We were checked into the wrong room. The door had a key pad which the other rooms did not. We returned to the front desk and we were given a different room. 2) The room was not properly made up. There was a previously used towel hanging on the bathroom door. 3) There was no coffee for the coffee maker. 4) This hotel has almost no amenities. The bar and restaurant were closed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Rosemarie

They overbooked and did not honor our reservation.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Biggest week of birding at Island House Hotel

We have been to Port Clinton many times for birding. We usually stay down the street but have always wanted to try this hotel. I understand that the hotel is historic and dated. The issues I experienced were I really missed somewhere else to sit in the room besides the bed. The refrigerator and microwave are nice in the room but not when the only place to eat is in the bed. We were also disappointed the restaurant was no longer there and no coffee or tea in the lobby. COVID has changed a lot of things but this hotel is probably not for us. The staff was friendly and our room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historical hotel with a lot of personality. Reasonable rates. Staff was very helpful and made right be us when problems happened.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quaint, no frills hotel in a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint and historic. Room was small, but comfortable and clean. Very friendly and helpful staff, even remembered my name!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mario

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

Hotel rétro et charme

Hotel retro plein de charme. Tres propre et bien situé.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JUDITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. I liked that it was an historic property. Rooms were small, but adequate and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. The hotel is conveniently located downtown by all the entertainment and restaurants. Very clean room, and very quiet. The bed was very comfortable too.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have gone to port Clinton a lot and have stayed various places. We loved the Island house Hotel. Very clean, quiet and beautiful decor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nanc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is an old hotel with a charming lobby that has interesting photos on the wall. Our room was small with little extra space for storing luggage. No desk. Would have liked a grabbing bar in the tub to help get in and out. Liked the high ceilings. Light on one side of bed only. Not surprisingly for the age of the building, limited outlets which made charging phones and computers an issue. Despite these shortcomings, staff was friendly and helpful and we liked being able to walk from hotel to various restaurant options for an evening meal.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

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

Computer issues handled beautifully!

There was a computer glitch with the keycard machine but the desk clerk went out of her way to make it right. Probably the best customer service I have ever received at a hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022