Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

Hotels
Independent
9 (164 reviews)
223 West Water Street, Sandusky, Ohio, 44870 , Sandusky , US

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free WiFi
Garden
Luggage storage
Elevator
Bicycle rentals nearby
Kayaking nearby
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property
Tours/ticket assistance
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Dirty comforters
Overpriced
Housekeeping issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.21
Some reviews mentioned dirty comforters and a lingering smell, impacting the perception of cleanliness.
Service
9.68
Most reviews highlighted the friendly and inviting staff.
Location
9.72
Many reviews praised the great location and views, especially near Lake Erie.
Room Quality
8.67
Rooms were noted to be comfortable, but some were small and had maintenance issues.
Amenities
9.2
Amenities like the bar and gift shop received positive mentions.
Value for Money
7.66
Several reviews stated that the hotel was overpriced for the quality received.
Food and Beverage
9.21
The restaurant and bar were positively highlighted in multiple reviews.
Overall Experience
9.68
Despite some drawbacks, the overall experience was rated highly by many guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 04:53

Property Description

Roof Terrace and Garden Views
Enjoy stunning views from the rooftop terrace and garden at Hotel Kilbourne, where you can unwind and relax in a serene environment.

Dining Experience
Indulge in delectable Mexican cuisine at Oh Taco, or opt for convenient room service to enjoy meals in the comfort of your own room.

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience luxury in one of the 9 uniquely decorated guestrooms, complete with fireplaces, Smart televisions, and plush bedding for a comfortable stay.

Immerse yourself in the charm of Historic Downtown Sandusky at Hotel Kilbourne. Book now to elevate your travel experience.

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: CLE

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Pets

    Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 27

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 164 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.21
Service: 9.68
Location: 9.72
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 7.66
Food and Beverage: 9.21
Overall Experience: 9.68
A
Angela partner
10
Pros:

Very walkable

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
A
Andrew
10
Pros:

Nice hotel

2025-10-02 via Nuitee
L
Lindsay partner
10
Pros:

Decor is top tier

2025-10-01 via Nuitee
G
George partner
8
Pros:

Very nice staff. A little noisy (our room was right about the bar). Would stay again, but likely request a room opposite the bar.

2025-09-30 via Nuitee
S
Steven partner
10
Pros:

Great welcome from a really wonderful staff. We loved our room. It was large, comfy, and clean. Great view of Lake Erie at the Jackson street pier. Some nice in early evening from outside the hotel, not surprising given the location, but we still felt comfortable. Thus our go to hotel when in the area. Highly recommended.

2025-09-28 via Nuitee
M
Marisel partner
8
Pros:

Beautiful room with nice view.

2025-09-25 via Nuitee
K
Kelly partner
8
Pros:

Cute boutique hotel. Check-in was smooth. Great little gift shop attached.

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
R
Russell
10
Pros:

It was all good.

2025-09-14 via Nuitee
H
Heather family
4
Pros:

Did not receive housekeeping daily—has to ask. No overnight front desk attendant. On day of checkout the elevator was not in service. We had to drag our luggage down 6 flights of stairs. Not cool.

2025-09-05 via Nuitee
L
Lori
10
Pros:

Will stay again!

2025-09-01 via Nuitee
E
Eric family
10
Pros:

Great location. Excellent view. Staff was great and very friendly

2025-08-31 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer
10
Pros:

Great location for a summer date weekend!

2025-08-30 via Nuitee
J
Jason
10
Pros:

This hotel is right across the street from the Jackson Street Pier. If you're planning a trip on Lake Erie from this docking area, it doesn't get any closer than Hotel Kilbourne. The room is really small and tidy. There is a bar on the main floor which is convenient. The folks working at this property couldn't have been any more inviting. Great experience for my wife & I.

2025-08-29 via Nuitee
B
Bruce
6
Good enough
Pros:

We checked in early, which was very nice that they let us do that, however its a very very slow manual process that took nearly 15 minutes.

The room was ok, however the sink faucet is loose and about to fall off, the toilet paper holder is broken and about to fall off. The internet based tv barely works because the internet is so slow. The place has lots of potential but many things seem like and after thought.

2025-08-26 via Nuitee
H
Hunter partner
10
Pros:

The restaurant and bar above and below the hotel respectively were very nice and enjoyable to stop at. I also liked the decorations and how large and comfortable the bed was. It's a great area to walk around too with lots of shops and restaurants to try.

2025-08-25 via Nuitee
T
Tina partner
8
Pros:

Our stay was very nice, the bed was comfortable and clean. Only thing I complained about was that when we got back from our day housekeeping left our door opened, it was not latched thankfully nothing was missing in our room.

2025-08-23 via Nuitee
M
Matthew partner
10
Pros:

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2025-08-20 via Nuitee
A
Aaron
10
Pros:

Well i booked the loft and couldnt be happier..its the only room on floor 4 and about 15 ft from the door is a rooftop bar.. the room was excellent and the staff amazing..me and my better half enjoyed thebbartendersnat oh taco which is the bar on the main floor..recommend this olace to anybody looking for a unique quiet place.. 13/10

2025-08-19 via Nuitee
T
TAMARA friends
10
Pros:

Nice central area and very clean unique hotel!

2025-08-17 via Nuitee
C
Cassandra partner
10
Pros:

Will be back!

2025-08-14 via Nuitee