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Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

2.5 star property

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An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a view of the water.
A bar with a long counter, multiple stools, and a ceiling adorned with blue spherical decorations.
A hallway with ornate mirrors, potted plants, and a bench.
A reception desk with a black counter, a sign reading "Hotel Kilbourne," and a brick wall.
A restaurant with a brick wall, large windows, and a wooden table.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$427
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug

Explore the area

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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, Maritime Museum of Sandusky
    ‪14 min walk‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with a brick wall, a bed with white bedding, a window with a view of a building, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a brick wall.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A waterfront area with a dock, a boat, and a sign reading "Jackson Street Pier."

Luxury Room, 2 King Beds, Lake View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, a chandelier, curtains, and a mirror.

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Sandusky

At Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Jackson Street Pier and within 15 minutes of Maritime Museum of Sandusky. 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 10-minute drive of this Historic Downtown Sandusky hotel include Firelands Winery & Restaurant 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
  • Sandusky History Museum at the Follett House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Maritime Museum of Sandusky - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • Burger King
  • Taco Bell
  • Berardi's Family Kitchen
  • ‪Bait House Brewery - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

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, gift shops/newsstands, and coffee/tea in common area 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
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • 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 and premium bedding. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and espresso makers. Bathrooms include a shower, 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

Things to do

  • Designer stores
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • On the bay
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky on 19 Aug 2026 start from AU$427, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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 premium bedding 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. 489 out of 725 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 725 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 725 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 725 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 725 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect small hotel. Multiple stays now. Always perfect and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great ambience and vibe. The room was so clean and comfortable, I didn't want to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bar was well stocked, loved the decor, and staff was super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay here! A cute and cozy place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Overall great
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Here’s the thing….great place if I didn’t need sleep. Wonderful people, great decor and location, but there’s a bar under the room that blasts music until 1am.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was first rate
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bar choices in the room were great! Wonderful location with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool, old school hotel. No frills, but clean and right downtown. Mexican restaurant in the lobby was pretty good as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andres

Had a great stay, room was amazing, the entire hotel was spotless.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and unique in a restored old building in downtown Sandusky. Exposed brick and black walls gave a hip ambiance but the room was very small and dark. There was no closet, no cable tv and the WiFi wasn’t working . On the plus side, there was a Nespresso machine and the bed and linens were comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will be back, front desk was wonderful and the gift shop was amazing! Bar staff was great as well!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved this hotel. Great location, spotless, and very kind people. There are also good restaurants around the area. Also, it is pet-friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori

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

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. So unique
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The roof top bar was decorated wonderfully, thanks for another wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and had all the amenities you could need.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loft room was very quaint and welcoming. Great location, and very attentive staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abbey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is perfect and clean. Front desk staff very friendly and informative.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TAMARA

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

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We did not use many amenities in the room. We checked in and there was very loud music "base" noise right below our room so it was unbearable to stay in the room. This music continued until after 10pm. The pavilion across the street continued to have loud music well after 11pm. When I asked the desk person about the music, her comment was "well, we have a bar". Never stay here! You will be very uncomfortable and disappointed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026