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Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Jackson Street Pier

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2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar
Reception
Lobby
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar
Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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223 West Water Street, Sandusky, OH, 44870
  • Place, Jackson Street Pier
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Shoreline Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Cedar Point
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Room, 2 King Beds, Lake View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Luxury Room, 2 King Beds, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Luxury Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 70 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Sandusky

At Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Jackson Street Pier and Shoreline Park. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, fireplaces and Smart TVs. .The restaurant, Oh Taco, serves Mexican cuisine and is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. Moseley's Rooftop Bar is the hotel's own rooftop bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Historic Downtown Sandusky hotel include Maritime Museum of Sandusky and Cedar Point.

What's nearby

  • Jackson Street Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Merry-Go-Round Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Shoreline Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Maritime Museum of Sandusky - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cedar Point - 9 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 3 min drive
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bait House Brewery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Daly's Irish Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪OH Taco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Barrel House Saloon - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sora & Oak Sushi Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Jackson Street Pier
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. A rooftop terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky. Free self parking is available.

This Sandusky hotel is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2016
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky offers 9 accommodations with fireplaces and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and espresso makers. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Sandusky hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Moseley's Rooftop Bar
  • Oh Taco

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Fireplace
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 50 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 9:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM 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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 75
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 60 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus a one-off USD75 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: USD 50 for check-in between 11:00 PM and 9:00 AM

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
Cashless transactions are available
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, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Kilbourne Sandusky
Kilbourne Sandusky
Hotel Kilbourne Sandusky Ohio
Hotel Kilbourne Hotel
Hotel Kilbourne Sandusky
Hotel Kilbourne Hotel Sandusky

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Yep, Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

The closest beach to Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky is Nickel Plate Beach (15.7 km).

What makes Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky a romantic place to stay?

A bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

No, Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky's onsite restaurant that serves Mexican cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 674 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 674 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 674 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 674 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 674 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marisel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with nice view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Stacy

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

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute boutique hotel. Check-in was smooth. Great little gift shop attached.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was all good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Charles, Brookfield

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather, Parrish

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Excellent view. Staff was great and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a summer date weekend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

cindy

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

6/10 Okay

Bruce

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good enough

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hunter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAMARA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice central area and very clean unique hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra, Poland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

William

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

2/10 Terrible

Gabriela

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No hot water when we went to shower
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabetht

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We stayed one night with my husband and two teenage boys. Not family friendly at all! Front desk staff seemed annoyed that we were even there. Loved the hotel room but would not stay there again due to not feeling very welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

James

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

Thoroughly Disappointed! Inaccurate description!!

The description fails to mention that this “boutique hotel” has a bar below and above the rooms. The entire room smelled like stale beer. It was awful! Ever smelled a recycling bin that had beer cans in it for a while, that’s the smell. The top of the comforter also was very dirty and had long hair all over it. The price point is absolutely absurd! The bar/taco restaurant staff had a shocked look on their faces when I told them I had a room, must not be booked often. Their reviews and ratings online have to be fakes!! DO NOT STAY HERE!
The hallway to the room I rented.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025