Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.1 (585 reviews)
1515 Cedar Point Drive , Sandusky , US
+1 419-624-1515

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location (close to Cedar Point and sports complex)
Friendly/helpful front desk and staff; specific staff praised
Free amenities: bowling, ice cream social, complimentary breakfast
Comfortable beds and good pillows
Affordable and convenient for many guests
Cons:
Recurring cleanliness issues: hair in bathrooms, dusty windows, filth, unclean hallways/elevator
Pool over-chlorinated/strong chemicals causing eye irritation
Occasional poor front-desk phone experience and staff smoking at entrance
Rooms somewhat dated; maintenance issues (lifting tiles, faulty plugs)
Parking distance and occasional party/parking-lot smoking

Categories

Cleanliness
5.8
Multiple reviews cite serious cleanliness problems (filthy room, hair in bathrooms, dusty windows, dirty hallways/elevator, tiles lifting). Overall cleanliness is a notable weakness.
Service
9.5
Most guests praised the front desk and specific staff members (helpful, informative, accommodating). There are a few notable negative phone interactions and a report of staff smoking at the entrance, but overall service is a strong point.
Location
9.3
Location is repeatedly praised (close to Cedar Point and sports complex); some minor issues noted (parking distance, local smoking/party behavior in parking lot) but location is a major positive.
Room Quality
7.6
Rooms have positives (comfortable beds and pillows) but also issues (dated rooms, lifting bathroom tiles, electrical plugs not working). Mixed to slightly above-average room quality.
Amenities
8.6
Amenities like free bowling, ice cream social and breakfast are well-liked. The pool is a draw but several guests reported excessive chlorine/chemical irritation, lowering the amenity score slightly.
Value for Money
7.2
Reviews are mixed on value: some find it very affordable and convenient, others felt it was not worth the price or expected more. Moderate score reflecting mixed perceptions.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast is frequently mentioned positively (liked by many), though there were isolated service/availability issues (no eggs once). Overall F&B is solid but not perfect.
Overall Experience
8.8
Many guests report a very good stay due to location, staff, and amenities, tempered by cleanliness and occasional service/room issues. Net experience is positive.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:41

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located in Sandusky, Ohio, just 3.9 km from Cedar Point Amusement Park, Holiday Inn Express & Suites offers easy access to popular attractions.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each air-conditioned room features a flat-screen TV, cable channels, and a cozy seating area. Enjoy the convenience of a coffee machine in your room for a relaxing stay.

Great Amenities
Start your day with a complimentary buffet breakfast and stay connected with free WiFi throughout the hotel. The 24-hour front desk ensures assistance whenever you need it.

Experience the best of Sandusky with Holiday Inn Express & Suites. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Door Width: 82
  • Entrance Leveled: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: Yes
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 585 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.8
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.6
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 7.2
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Shirley • couple • us
9
We had a wonderful time and the staff were so helpful
Pros:

It was close to the event we were going to

Cons:

Parking was a little far away

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • us
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • family_with_children • us
8
It was a nice place to stay, but I would expect more for the price.
Pros:

Location is close to cedar point and the sports complex

Cons:

Pool had way too much chlorine. Very strong smell and burning of the eyes.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
10
Thank you
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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mitchell • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Melodia • family_with_children • us
10
2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • couple • us
1
Horrible, filthy, waste of money.
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Eveything. The place was filthy. Never staying again. Waste of money.

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Kiera • couple • us
10
2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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James • extended_group • us
10
Amazing !
Pros:

Great service , awesome pool , nice beds . Loved the breakfast

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Wes • family_with_children • us
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Desiree 1115 • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Diana • solo_traveller • us
8
Short stay
Pros:

The bed was comfy and the pillows were excellent

Cons:

No eggs for breakfast. The desk clerk wasn't knowledgeable about the area.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Dustin • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Location to cedar point

Cons:

N/A

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • us
8
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Shelby • couple • us
6
Fine
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Don’t seem very clean in main areas and hallways/elevatir

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Latisha • couple • us
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Justin • family_with_children • us
10
Great!
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Tonya • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

We loved the free bowling, ice cream social, free breakfast and the location to cedar point

Cons:

We found hair in our bathroom that didn’t belong to us.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • us
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee