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Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Jackson Street Pier

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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, Cedar Point
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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

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Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 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
Down duvet
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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
Down duvet
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King 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
  • Shoreline Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Maritime Museum of Sandusky - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Cedar Point - 10 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
  • ‪Better Half Family Diner - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cameo Pizza - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪OH Taco - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

Hotel with free parking, a quick 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

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

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.

Reviews

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 441 out of 647 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 129 out of 647 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 647 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 647 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 647 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Check in was at 4pm, room wasn't ready until 5pm.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A cute and easily accessible hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

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

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room itself was beautiful and the surrounding area is very cute. Unfortunately it’s very loud until quite late at night due to music from local bars and restaurants. This was the case on Thursday, as well as the weekend. We managed with white noise, but for anyone who needs silence for sleeping, it would be hard to sleep well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

kathryn

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel Kilbourne is a cool little hotel right on the Pier with access to the Jet Express. The photos online are accurate. All the staff with whom we interacted were very helpful and personable. The room was comfortable, with everything you would need for a weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cariann

Great location!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Cleves

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Quaint place and the staff/owner was top notch! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with great dining and entertainment options on site and nearby!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick, Vermilion

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sandusky has come a long way. The hotel is very cool. Lots of free public parking The shower head is a little rough.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was so unique - we loved it. Oh Taco the restaurant downstairs was so good!! Jessica the bartender was the best!! Gave us a lot of history of the area and was so welcoming. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Absolutely adorable hotel. So clean, staff friendly! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique and Beautiful hotel with interesting history. Super clean. Loved the gift shop. On Lake Erie. Excellent staff- personable & helpful. Walked everywhere. No need to drive. Ever in Sandusky - this is where will stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here multiple times and are always satisfied.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the view of the lake
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The stay was wonderful only one thing, it was hair in the shower
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Arlene

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

10/10 Excellent

Curtis

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

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

8/10 Good

dan

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