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The Island House Hotel

3.0 star property
Port Clinton hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Front of property
Street view
Reception
Reception
Fireplace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour business center
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • TV in a common area
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
  • 23.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 58.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 27.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 29.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 19.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 29.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
  • 29.00 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
102 Madison Street, Port Clinton, OH, 43452

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Jet Express - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port Clinton Public Swimming Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • African Safari Wildlife Park - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Catawba Island State Park - 16 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 54 min drive
  • Sandusky Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jolly Roger's Seafood House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bistro 163 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Island House Hotel

The Island House Hotel offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Lake Erie. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 39 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Safari nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Sledding nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1886
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 20-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Island House Hotel Port Clinton
Island House Port Clinton
Island House Hotel
The Island House Hotel Port Clinton, Ohio
The Island House Hotel Hotel
The Island House Hotel Port Clinton
The Island House Hotel Hotel Port Clinton

Frequently asked questions

Does The Island House Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Island House Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Island House Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Island House Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Island House Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Island House Hotel and nearby?
During the winter, enjoy nearby recreation like sledding and snowmobiling, and return when the snow melts for boat tours. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours.
Are there restaurants at or near The Island House Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Island House Hotel like?
The Island House Hotel is in the heart of Port Clinton, a short 8-minute walk from Lake Erie and 3 minutes' walk from Jet Express.

The Island House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

They didnt want to honor our expedia price since they changed ownership. Made us wait till 3 for check in even though room then readyThen took 20 additional minutes to gain approval for rate and only granted when I said I wanted to cancel. No towels in our room. Clean but needs updated.
Jacquelyn, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

I was quoted $172.00. At check in they charged me $262.00
Julie, 1-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

4/10 Fair

Very disappointing stay!
The web site is very misleading! If you think your stay is comparable to any hotel/motel with housekeeping services, I can guarantee that you will be sadly disappointed! I rented an apartment suite x 1 wk that was dusty upon arrival. The majority of the front desk staff were not customer friendly and lacked hospitality skills. I was expecting per the website to have a sofa bed or rollaway bed which was not available! I put dirty towels and a garbage bag outside my door which was there x 3 days! Totally unacceptable! I was told on 3 different occasions that my room would be tended … NEVER HAPPENED! I have come to understand that these units are individually owned and I needed to bring my own linens and paper products…I’m sure you’ll agree that this is ridiculous! I’ve been visiting Port Clinton x 35 yrs… I will emphatically say that the Island House Hotel is not a desirable place to stay! You will not get what you think you’re willing to pay. The owner was not accommodating to my request for a discount for the total lack of service!
Teresa, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

J Michael, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

stephanie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

It is getting run down, as is the area.
Stephen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Maliha, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Disappointed
The hotel was dated and the room could of been cleaner. Check in was a mess. One room booked but had me listed for 2 rooms. Fearful for being charged for a second room I did not request. Staff are not very friendly. We were in and out of the hotel several times over the 4 days and no one greeted us, in any way. Was told nothing about the hotel. Had to request the wifi password. The hotel is listed as having an onsite restaurant and bar. When I asked the hours was told, "there closed because they just bought it". Not sure who they is but there listing needs updated as this was a huge disappointment. We booked the hotel for the onsight convenience. Coffee pot in room was so dirty we could not use it. The complimentary body wash and shampoo was very watered down. Be sure to bring our own. I would not book here again
Wendy, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I absolutely love this property. This was my 3rd time staying here, Staff is always welcoming and knowledgeable on the history. Is location is great, Directly across from the jet express ferry, Great little bars and eateries on the same road. In the past times I have stayed Here, The restaurant and bar inside Was open. This most recent trip it was not. Overall it's a great place to stay if you're visiting the islands.
Jessica, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Location!
Shawn, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Staff was nice, Rooms were okay, Clean, Price was in line compared to others, Room was very small, but clean and in order. No maid service between days. No dining / bar.
Danny, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Nice looking building and convenient to lake attractions. But the restaurant and bar were closed and for sale. Also no ice machine because they used the restaurant ice. Duh
Wayne, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice Quiet Place
Everyone was very friendly and helpful. It was under new ownership so there were some minor issues, but everything got fixed. The website lists it as a luxury hotel though and I would not call it that. It's nice enough, but not luxury by any means. Website also listed an onsite restaurant, but it was not opened yet. I feel the website should have reflected this. Coffee available to make for yourself in the room, but none in the lobby. Overall, it was a nice, clean quiet place with friendly people.
Rebecca, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Andrew, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unique hotel. Great staff.
Kathleen, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

1) We were checked into the wrong room. The door had a key pad which the other rooms did not. We returned to the front desk and we were given a different room. 2) The room was not properly made up. There was a previously used towel hanging on the bathroom door. 3) There was no coffee for the coffee maker. 4) This hotel has almost no amenities. The bar and restaurant were closed.
Ronald, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Evelyn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

They overbooked and did not honor our reservation.
Rosemarie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Biggest week of birding at Island House Hotel
We have been to Port Clinton many times for birding. We usually stay down the street but have always wanted to try this hotel. I understand that the hotel is historic and dated. The issues I experienced were I really missed somewhere else to sit in the room besides the bed. The refrigerator and microwave are nice in the room but not when the only place to eat is in the bed. We were also disappointed the restaurant was no longer there and no coffee or tea in the lobby. COVID has changed a lot of things but this hotel is probably not for us. The staff was friendly and our room was clean
Mary, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Historical hotel with a lot of personality. Reasonable rates. Staff was very helpful and made right be us when problems happened.
Scott, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A quaint, no frills hotel in a convenient location.
Lesa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very quaint and historic. Room was small, but comfortable and clean. Very friendly and helpful staff, even remembered my name!
Rae, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place. I liked that it was an historic property. Rooms were small, but adequate and clean!
JUDITH, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jeffrey, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff. The hotel is conveniently located downtown by all the entertainment and restaurants. Very clean room, and very quiet. The bed was very comfortable too.
Thomas, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review