Anchor Bay Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
Motel in Sandusky with free parking

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom
Deluxe Suite | Living area
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | Terrace/patio
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen
Luxury Suite | Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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4401 Venice Rd., Sandusky, OH, 44870
  • Place, Firelands Regional Medical Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sandusky Speedway
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Jackson Street Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Smart TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Luxury Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Sandusky

Anchor Bay Inn and Suites places you steps from Sandusky Bay and within a short 5-minute stroll of Lake Erie. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers express check-in and express check-out. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Sandusky motel include Cedar Point and Kalahari Waterpark Resort.

What's nearby

  • Firelands Regional Medical Center - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Sandusky Speedway - 5 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Merry-Go-Round Museum - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Jackson Street Pier - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Shoreline Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 6 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Toft's Ice Cream Parlor - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sol Taquerias - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Anchor Bay Inn and Suites

Motel in Sandusky with free parking
As a guest of Anchor Bay Inn and Suites, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sandusky motel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Smoking in designated areas
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features a hairdryer and free toiletries. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • An off-lead area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Administrative fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Anchor Bay And Suites Sandusky
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites Motel
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites Sandusky
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites Motel Sandusky

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Anchor Bay Inn and Suites?

Anchor Bay Inn and Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Anchor Bay Inn and Suites?

Yep, Anchor Bay Inn and Suites has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Anchor Bay Inn and Suites?

The closest beach to Anchor Bay Inn and Suites is Catawba Island State Park Beach (16.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Anchor Bay Inn and Suites?

No, Anchor Bay Inn and Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Anchor Bay Inn and Suites?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Anchor Bay Inn and Suites?

Dogs are welcome at Anchor Bay Inn and Suites, with dog exercise areas on offer.

Anchor Bay Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 160 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

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

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I like how quiet the room was. Bed was a little uncomfortable afer 2 nights but over all very cute little vintage motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Decent but not worth the money.

Decent hotel. Super small but serves the purpose. Attempted to check in from the lot and Verizon cell service was non existent so had to drive all over to find a signal. Room is decent and clean but not worth the money. Bed squeaks so bad everytime u move it is so loud it woke up my wife. Location is good. Would stay again if they replace the mattress and cut the price in half.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Liked everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice; will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room itself. Wasn’t sure how to get towels and wash clothes when I needed more.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joey, Parkersburg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Infested with mosquitoes, otherwise great experience. Would definitely recommend bringing a Zevo bug light.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs De

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Business Route

The location is in a good area, the place is quiet, and stores are not far away. The only problems I had was the room had so many spider webs and spiders like it hasn’t been dusted in a while. There is no sink in the kitchen area which wasn’t a big problem, but would have been more convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melonie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jehovany

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Miles

Disliked: Staff & service

Horrible place to stay

The codes for the doors were not sent to us until 3pm the day of, and was incomplete because it only had codes for one room. We called the number sent with the door code and no one answered, I left a message and HAVE NOT received a callback yet. There was no information on site for contacts or anyone to help us. The locks on the doors were cheap and we found that they operated strangely, if at all. we were able to open the one room door that they sent a code for after several tries. The room was small, very clean, the kitchenette was a surprise. We went back to the website for this property and immediately saw at the upper left corner the statement for 24/7 support, we did not get any support, so this was laughable. We ended up going to find another hotel to stay in since they wouldn’t call us back. People, the pictures on their website are deceiving and do not show the motor inn or lodge experience you are about to have! Stay away,far away!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney, Oakdale

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was great, comfortable, and clean!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Definitely a no frills hotel. Room was clean but smaller than pictures would imply. Bathroom was very small....and paint and walls needed much touching up.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a relax getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jen

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Just okay, expected a lot better for the price. The reviews were really good so I was a little confused. The musty smell was horrible, I felt like I smelled like it when we left. The room was way smaller than the pictures looked. It was really hot, and they had a window unit so it took until about 2 am to cool off. I will say it was cleaned well except for 2 hairs on the shower wall, so I'm not sure that was cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Trumale

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was really a cute place! The floor in my room could have been swept better and there was dog hair all over the couch. But it was really nice other than this small thing. Like the easy check in and contactless.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lane

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Was decent little place. No lobby or staff on site. No dining choices close by
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025