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1 × Family Room
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Max adults: 5
Beds: 1 single bed , 2 bunk beds
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US$101 per night
Original price
US$357.60
Late Escape Deal
- US$53.64
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$303.96

US$101 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Explorer Rest & Recreation in Sandusky offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and free WiFi. Each room includes a kitchenette, dining area, and work desk. Convenient Facilities: Guests can enjoy an outdoor fireplace, electric vehicle charging station, outdoor seating area, and bicycle parking. Free on-site parking is available. Nearby Attractions: Castaway Bay Waterpark is a 15-minute walk away, while Cedar Point Amusement Park lies 6 km from the hotel. Cleveland Hopkins International Airport is 78 km distant. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for room cleanliness, bed comfort, and room comfort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

  • Top pick by families with children

Free parking available at the hotel


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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Family Room
Price for:
Max adults: 5
Beds: 1 single bed , 2 bunk beds
Non-refundable
Pay online
We have 2 left
US$101 per night
Original price
US$357.60
Late Escape Deal
- US$53.64
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$303.96

US$101 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Reserve
Don't worry — pressing this button won't charge you anything!
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× 6 Family Suite
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  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 2 large double beds
US$335 for 3 nights
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× 6 Deluxe Queen Studio
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US$609 for 3 nights
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× 6 Premier Studio
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  • 3 large double beds
US$609 for 3 nights
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× 8 Two-Bedroom Suite with Sofa Bed
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  • Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 large double beds
  • Bedroom 3: 1 sofa bed
US$460 for 3 nights
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King Room
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  • 1 extra-large double bed
US$244 for 3 nights
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Family Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 single bed and
  • 2 bunk beds
Room
250 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi

  • Shower
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Microwave
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Cable channels
  • Alarm clock
  • Toilet paper
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Max adults: 5
US$101 per night
Original price
US$357.60
Late Escape Deal
- US$53.64
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$303.96

US$101 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 6.75 % Residential tax, 7 % City tax
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • We have 2 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 2 large double beds
Room
578 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 6
US$112 per night
Original price
US$393.60
Late Escape Deal
- US$59.04
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$334.56

US$112 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 6.75 % Residential tax, 7 % City tax
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • We have 3 left
5651 feet²
View
Air conditioning
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 6
US$203 per night
Original price
US$716.40
Late Escape Deal
- US$107.46
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$608.94

US$203 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 6.75 % Residential tax, 7 % City tax
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • We have 1 left
  • 3 large double beds
5382 feet²
View
Air conditioning
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 6
US$203 per night
Original price
US$716.40
Late Escape Deal
- US$107.46
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$608.94

US$203 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 6.75 % Residential tax, 7 % City tax
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • We have 1 left
  • Bedroom 1: 1 extra-large double bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 large double beds
  • Bedroom 3: 1 sofa bed
Private suite
700 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 8
US$153 per night
Original price
US$541.20
Late Escape Deal
- US$81.18
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$460.02

US$153 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 6.75 % Residential tax, 7 % City tax
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • We have 1 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed
Room
250 feet²
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$81 per night
Original price
US$286.80
Late Escape Deal
- US$43.02
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.

Total before taxes
US$243.78

US$81 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
15% off
15% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: 6.75 % Residential tax, 7 % City tax
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • We have 7 left
  • You won't be charged yet
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Guests who stayed here loved

Andrea
Switzerland Switzerland
Nicely furnatured room, good shower, space for whole family of 5, TV, good place for spending one night when going to Cedar Point, very nice and helpful lady at reception in case of questions
Mike
Canada Canada
Location, cleanliness, comfort - this place had it all. The best part through was the AMAZING communication and service from Justin. Thoroughly appreciated and impressed!!! This will be my first choice for stay in the area. Thanks for a great...
Vitalina
United States United States
The room was great. Everything was clean. For an adequate price we got all the amenities: refrigerator, microwave, air conditioning, hairdryer, etc. And also very convenient location to Cedar point.
Murray
United States United States
Everything worked out perfectly. Clean comfortable what more could you want?
Anne
United States United States
Adorable property with comfortable, clean accommodations. Easy check-in, well appointed, close to many places. Easy in and out. Everything you'd need as a home base for other attractions in the area. Highly recommended.
Darcy
United States United States
Super cute and comfortable. Wonderful bed. Very clean and nicely decorated.
Klotz
United States United States
Room was spacious and clean. We didn't get a code but called the number and he said its because we booked through booking but was able to give me over the phone. Bed was comfortable.
Shannon
United States United States
We were pleasantly surprised to see that our room was detached and separate from the other rooms since there were complaints in the reviews about noise through the thin walls. Everything was clean and comfortable.
Ali
United States United States
The property was awesome! Rooms were in great condition/very clean and cozy! Perfect for a little weekend getaway. Close to everything related to cedar point. The property also had seating/games in the back for the family as well as fire pits and...
Martin
United States United States
Great beds and location for visiting Cedar Point with family. Responsive staff.

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House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
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Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.