Anchor Bay Inn and Suites

2.0 star property

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Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, individually furnished
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker, cleaning supplies
Deluxe Suite | Living area
Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom | Terrace/patio
Luxury Suite | Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
$135
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29

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4401 Venice Rd., Sandusky, OH, 44870
  • Place, Jackson Street Pier
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Castaway Bay Waterpark
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cedar Point
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Luxury Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premium Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Executive Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Single Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Anchor Bay Inn and Suites

Sandusky motel walkable to Lake Erie
Express check-in, express check-out, and free self parking are available at this motel. Housekeeping is available on request.
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites features express check-in and express check-out. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Anchor Bay Inn and Suites has designated areas for smoking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Hiking/biking trails

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Administrative fee: USD 10.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Anchor Bay And Suites Sandusky
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites Motel
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites Sandusky
Anchor Bay Inn and Suites Motel Sandusky

Anchor Bay Inn and Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 149 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, charming, comfortable, convenient. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roseanna

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

Weekend get away

We stayed at Anchor Bay for two nights! It was a great stay. Clean, bed was comfy, small appliances made it nice, and streaming on the tv. It was close to the highway for easy travel to surrounding cities. Lots of good restaurants in Sandusky to check out. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was off the beaten path. Showed some Bay pics but upon arrival. Had to drive to get to any views. However, the customer service was top notch and the place was clean and perfect if you’re surrounded by chaos on a regular basis. Perfect way to reset. Runs like a Bed and Breakfast never saw staff. However, staff was readily available and on point. Wasn’t what I wanted when I came here BUT was what I needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERNEST

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice peaceful stay

The place was very nice and clean and safe updated. Only problem we had was the light on the microwave was burned out and the beds could've been a little bit more comfortable but overall great place and price right and in between location going between put in bay and Cedar point
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catilynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jaime

Traveled with family
Anchor Bay markets itself as a lakeside retreat and charges premium rates, but in reality they are a remodeled roadside motel. The room was fine and the decor was cute, but I had an issue with the smart locks and later the excessive roadside noise. At first, I couldn’t get out of the room, and then I couldn’t lock the door behind me as I was leaving. This caused me to panic due to my claustrophobic tendencies. I called the manager for help, but instead of offering support, she dismissed my concerns, saying I was “perfectly safe” and argued that my claustrophobia was not caused by the locks (huh?). The conversation got worse, with her comparing my situation to ordering steak and then not liking it. She hung up on me after refusing any assistance. To top it off, I couldn’t sleep all night because of the noise from traffic and trains. I woke up to realize there also was no walking trail or nice view. All in all, I would not stay there again due to the noisy location and the difficult manager who lacked basic customer service skills to say the least.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelby

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice place to stay! Loved the easy entry with the code and loved the room and 2 bathrooms!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable, clean room in a quiet area in close proximity to nearby attractions. If that’s what you’re looking for, I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean! They say in the listing that they offer a crib upon request but they did not have one so just prepare for that if needed. Other than that checkin was very easy the room was clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Lenora

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICOLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location for bike week. Quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was really cute, clean and charming. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonae

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love how quiet, peaceful and simple the property is. Great convenience for Cedar Point.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean inside with great AC! SUPER close to Cedar point and downtown Sandusky with very easy check in check out instructions.! Hotel staff was very receptive with information and help! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Niki

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay

Nice little place- no frills but very clean and comfortable. Bed is a little soft for my taste but other than that it's a nice place to stay for an overnight.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Janelle

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

Great 1 night stay!

Even though I’m 5’4”, the shower head was still too short for me and required me to squat when showering. Otherwise, great renovated place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a clean room with easy self check in. When we were the only ones in the building, we got upgraded free of charge which was kind of them. It was a perfect stay for two adults taking a weekend away from the kids. There was a bit of noise pollution, which is the only reason for the four stars on the "area around the property"
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

AMAZING! 5 stars all around...

This place is absolutely perfect. It was very clean and the check-in was super easy. Truly some of the most comfortable beds we've had and we travel frequently. I would highly recommend this location and hope to be back here soon!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

mohamed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and she give us a very nice suit instead of our room because the room was not ready or even cleaned up

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice family get away . We stayed here because we went to Cedar Point
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Parris

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024