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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
Lobby
Reception
Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
2 bars/lounges, rooftop bar

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

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
Refrigerator
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 | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Room, 2 King Beds, Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 King Beds

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

Elite Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

Map
223 West Water Street, Sandusky, OH, 44870

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

  • ‪Cobbs Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪OH Taco - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bait House Brewery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sail In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cameo Pizza - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

Hotel near Jackson Street Pier
Located close to Shoreline Park and Maritime Museum of Sandusky, Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky provides a rooftop terrace, a garden, and 2 bars. The on-site Mexican cuisine restaurant, Oh Taco, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a front-desk safe
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and down comforters
  • Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, Hulu, and streaming services
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and digital channels

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 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
  • Elevator
  • 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

  • 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 available

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 75
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 60 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus USD 75 one-time 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Is Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky pet-friendly?

Yes, Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 60 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of USD 75 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 11:00 PM– 9:00 AM for a fee of USD 50.

What time is check-out at Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky located?

Located in Historic Downtown Sandusky, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Jackson Street Pier and Shoreline Park. Maritime Museum of Sandusky and Sandusky Speedway are also within 3 mi (5 km). Sandusky Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 428 out of 623 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 124 out of 623 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 623 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 623 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 623 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great small boutique hotel. Very clean the beds were excellent. The hotel was centrally located to everything. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a great location.
Stayed 3 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

Viktoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is super helpful, the rooms are unique and the area is very nice. The “Oh Taco” restaurant on the premises is a must, especially the guacamole with feta and honey! Don’t miss out on that! Would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This hotel was way over priced for a tiny room that looked like it belonged in the red light district
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cariann

Great location!
Stayed 1 night 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

8/10 Good

Sheileen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The Hotel was nice, but maybe showing a few signs of age. Upstairs bar was nice, downstairs restaurant ok. Limited menu, would look elsewhere for dinner out. Staff was polite and accommodating. I thought it a bit expensive for the what the property offered.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like the area where the hotel was located, right by the water. Had many dining and entertainment options in the area. The hotel was clean, the room was a good size with nice amenities. The staff could have been more prompt to acknowledge and greeted us when we were trying to check in, but overall were a pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Beth

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

8/10 Good

brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

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

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

6/10 Okay

James

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

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

2/10 Terrible

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
While my stay was not horrendous. After leaving the hotel and receiving this $500 bill for their suspicions of smoking in the room which were an ash on the mantle which came from the smoking apparatus after returning to the room and some remnants of what was loaded prior to living the room constitutes smoking in the room and thus allows them to charge you $500 for their claim of smoking in the room! So as the room is clean the service is good and all amenities are mediocre. The room is very small for the price that you pay, and I suppose the overpricing is for the eclectic ambience of the room. So if you are looking for a place that you are not allowed to have smoking material on your person please feel free to stay at this place. I would not recommend it to anyone! They come off as a high-end hotel with a low end experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and the property were all awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent boutique hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the heart of DTS.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, well appointed hotel. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to the ferry to Kelly Island. Very nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024