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The Cedar Motel

2.5 star property
Motel with free parking, steps from Lake Erie

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Garden
Front of property
Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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903 E Bayview Dr, Sandusky, OH, 44870
  • Sandusky Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • African Safari Wildlife Park
  • Cedar Point
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Comfort Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
12 bathrooms
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
12 bathrooms
  • 19 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Comfort Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
12 bathrooms
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Sandusky

At The Cedar Motel you'll be within steps of Lake Erie and Sandusky Bay. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find a corner/local shop and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Sandusky motel include Kalahari Waterpark Resort and Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center.
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What's nearby

  • Sandusky Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark - 7 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Jackson Street Pier - 16 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 18 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Cedar Point - 24 min drive - 23.9 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 13 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Toft's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cleats Club Seat Grille - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rayz on the Bay - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dianna's Deli & Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Cedar Motel

Motel with free parking, steps from Lake Erie
The Cedar Motel offers its guests a garden, a picnic area, and a corner/local shop. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Sandusky motel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
The Cedar Motel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Sandusky motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • 12 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per day, plus a deposit of USD 50.0 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 50 lb per pet
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 50.0 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Cedar Motel Bay View
The Cedar Motel Motel
The Cedar Motel Sandusky
The Cedar Motel Motel Sandusky

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Cedar Motel?

The Cedar Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Cedar Motel?

Yep, The Cedar Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Cedar Motel?

The closest beach to The Cedar Motel is Catawba Island State Park Beach (11.9 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cedar Motel?

No, The Cedar Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cedar Motel?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Cedar Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 258 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 258 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 258 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 258 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 258 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Raymond

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location with nice lake views from outside room. Arrived with water on floor in room, bathroom door wouldn't close, window in bathroom needed to be replaced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIDGETT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our third or fourth time here. Location is great. Owners are phenomenal and always accommodating. Great people!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phensri

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have amazing time. The lady in the office was wonderful. The best customer service absolutely enjoyed it. We’ll stay there again.
Beautiful lake view
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LORENE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m quite happy that I stayed at the Cedar Motel. The place is charming, and the owner is very friendly and welcoming. I was able to lay in my bed and look out the window across the bay and it was so peaceful sitting and drinking my morning tea on the front bench, looking out across the water. Great place for peace and quiet. If I come back to this area, most definitely will stay here again.
The view from my window.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Annette

Travelled with partner
There was no one there to check us in we called the number to check in and no one answered we left several voice messages and no return calls so I can't tell you about the property because we never stayed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wende

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Schuyler

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

Great place

Second time staying here and no complaints. Staff was very friendly and helpful and Rooms are very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Quaint, homey motel in a beautiful setting.

This was our second stay and it was so good to be back! The rooms are clean, the service is excellent, and watching the sun rise on the bay is awesome. My favorite place to be on the Lake. ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Megan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Everything was fine, it was a nice play to sleep after visiting cedar point. But we had issues with wifi and not having cell phone service
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Enjoyed my stay and would stay again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THE MANAGER/OWNER COULD NOT HAVE BEEN MORE ACCOMMADATING. THERE WERE SNACKS AND BEVERAGES UPON OUR ARRIVAL. WHEN WE RETURNED FROM DINNER SHE HAD A FIRE GOING AND TIKI TORCHES LIT UP IN THE COMMON AREA. WILL DEFINATELY RETURN
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph, Valencia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

betty, Bremen

Travelled with partner
Not a fancy hotel but oh so clean and comfortable!!!! Definitely will be the place I stay with every visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Leinaala

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
EXTREMELY Pricey for a tiny, no frills room with the smallest bathroom I've ever tried to shower, etc. in! That said, the property staff was VERY nice and Welcoming. She really made it easier for me to overlook the negative for the one night we stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

Quaint, Simple, Efficient

This quaint motel right on the bay was just what I expected. Efficient. Had all we needed for our overnight stay. We loved the view of the bay. Jonathan recommended Rayz on the Bay for dinner. Within walking distance we enjoyed taking in all this quiet beautiful area has to offer. This motel is not a new and spacious place. But if you’re looking to enjoy the Bay and step back in time to simplicity, this place is for you! We would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean , pet friendly nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Leisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, and quiet. But it was not much bigger then a closet, and over priced for what it was.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peyton

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it!

Stayed here for the night to go to put in bay! We had a nice stay and enjoyed how much work they’ve put into the motel! It was so cute!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool retro mid-century vibe. Super attentive staff. Clean with zero problems. Had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024