This is not a 5 star hotel, but I give it 5 stars for the following reasons…read more..
* This was my 5th time staying here ( Waterfront Room, 109) and it is CLEAN, with new things like a large screen TV, Cherry Wood entertainment center, large dormitory sized refrigerator, microwave, hair dryer, carpet and wood table with chairs. Room smells nice.
* The back deck and private marina offer pretty views of the Portage River and the Port Clinton Yacht Club.
* It is literally 2 blocks from the Port Clinton Jet Express terminal for trips to Put-in-Bay. Leave your car at the hotel...no drinking and driving, and no extra cost to park your car.
* There is an on property bar on the river called The Bait House, that has fun drinks, live "Jimmy Buffett" style music (Boat Songs), comfy seating, fire pits, corn hole and again, steps from your room.
* There are several restaurants close by, including MCCARTHY'S Irish Pub and Restaurant, Rosie's Bar and Restaurant, A la Carte (Nice Breakfast and after-hours spot), Sloopy's Pizza (local place that delivers), Marco's Pizza, Subway, Wendy's, and Bootleggers...all within a few steps or a couple of blocks.
* The folks who run it (Deb) and the housekeepers are very kind, and make efforts to keep it looking pretty with flowers and free of tourist messes.
* The WiFi was good.
This is NOT a newer hotel. This is an older building without an elevator, so be sure to book a ground room if stairs will be an issue. There is no breakfast. Please understand that this is a hotel that offers waterfront charm and convenience to places close by. The rooms are not fancy, but they are clean, comfortable and adequate.