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An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by wooden walls and a high ceiling.

A hotel sign with 'BW Best Western' and a building with a dark roof and multiple windows.

A hotel restaurant with a counter, seating area, and various food and beverage options.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a couch.

1. Best Western Lakewood Inn

3.2 km from Crane Island

Noah

SAR 460

SAR 508 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel dining area with a central island, wooden chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and framed pictures on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and windows allowing natural light.

A Hampton Inn hotel with a modern facade, a welcoming entrance, and well-maintained landscaping.

2. Hampton Inn Heath-Newark

10.7 km from Crane Island

Peggy

SAR 412

SAR 466 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a flat roof and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a Keurig coffee maker, a cup labeled "MUST HAVE COFFEE," and a bed with white bedding.

A lobby area with seating, a reception desk, and a beverage refrigerator.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Heath - Newark by IHG

9.3 km from Crane Island

Catherine

SAR 330

SAR 374 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, blue sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a staircase.

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and a red car parked outside.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a small side table, and a picture frame on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, blue sofa, staircase, and a reception desk.

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Heath - Newark South

11.4 km from Crane Island

Mike

SAR 335

SAR 380 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern restaurant with a long communal dining table, cushioned seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A gazebo with a white roof and railing, surrounded by a pond and lush greenery.

An outdoor patio with tables and chairs, surrounded by a stone wall and potted plants.

5. Cherry Valley Hotel

13.4 km from Crane Island

Gregory P

SAR 390

SAR 442 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, menu boards, and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a lamp.

A hotel with a covered outdoor seating area, a well-maintained lawn, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, blue upholstered bar stools, a laptop, and a bottle of Moon beer.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Granville

14.5 km from Crane Island

Jere

SAR 335

SAR 379 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature and a neon sign reading "Elements".

A Starbucks store interior with wooden paneling, a display case of pastries, and a coffee bean shelf.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, a sink, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, a covered entrance, and a sign reading "DOUBLETREE by Hilton".

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Ohio

15.5 km from Crane Island

Lynn

SAR 421

SAR 477 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A large stone building with a prominent central tower and multiple windows, surrounded by snow.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a fireplace.

A hallway with wooden paneling, a fireplace, two chairs, and a patterned rug.

A stone archway with a balcony, a stone wall with columns, and a welcome sign.

8. Granville Inn

15.6 km from Crane Island

Jere

SAR 816

SAR 900 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A two-story building with a balcony, American flags, and a signboard.

A garden with a gazebo, a fountain, and a large house in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A dining area with tables set for service, a fireplace, and a portrait on the wall.

9. The Buxton Inn

15.6 km from Crane Island

Casey

SAR 977

SAR 1,077 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A row of townhouses with a covered patio area, large sliding glass doors, and outdoor seating.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a fireplace, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

A corridor with black doors, each marked with a green sign indicating room numbers 205 and 206.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

10. Holmes Suites Inn Columbus Pataskala - I-70 East

18 km from Crane Island

Connie

SAR 465

SAR 512 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A kitchen island with a granite countertop, a vase of flowers, and two pendant lights.

A porch with four rocking chairs and a planter with flowers.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and pendant lights.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and wooden flooring. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen with a refrigerator and stove.

11. The Broadway Guest House

16.1 km from Crane Island

ROBERT

SAR 1,021

SAR 1,021 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a television, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A laundry room with a commercial dryer, a washing machine, and a fire extinguisher. There is a door leading to another room, a window with blinds, and a red exit sign on the ceiling.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and an exit sign.

A vending machine with a variety of snacks and a Coca-Cola dispenser.

12. Red Roof Inn Columbus - Hebron

5.4 km from Crane Island

Heather

SAR 359

SAR 406 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a covered entrance, a garage door, and a brick facade.

A breakfast area with a counter, coffee machines, and seating.

A front view of a white Whirlpool washer and dryer unit with control panel and a door handle.

A reception area with a check-in counter, a desk with a vase of flowers, and a tiled floor with a star pattern.

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Heath/Newark

10 km from Crane Island

Mike

SAR 312

SAR 353 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with a stone facade, large windows, and a snow-covered lawn.

A reception area with a counter, two orange chairs, a large window with a view, and a skylight.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, microwave, toaster, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A room with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a vending machine.

14. Americas Best Value Inn Heath Newark

9.7 km from Crane Island

Chasidy

SAR 271

SAR 307 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a television, and a telephone.

A motel with a covered parking area and a red-roofed building in the background.

A motel with a row of rooms, a parking lot, and a small building in the background.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and towels on the wall.

15. Deluxe Inn

5.4 km from Crane Island

Brittany

SAR 188

SAR 213 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Crane Island

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Lakewood Inn	8.2 Very good 949 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Heath-Newark	8.8 Excellent 771 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Heath - Newark by IHG	8.8 Excellent 574 reviews	View
Comfort Inn & Suites Heath - Newark South	8.4 Very good 969 reviews	View
Cherry Valley Hotel	8.6 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View

Top Crane Island Hotel Reviews

Hilton Columbus at Easton

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful hotel close to all the shops and restaurants."

Spark by Hilton Columbus East Pickerington

10/10 Excellent

"The remote was in a sterile plastic sleeve."

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus I-70E/Reynoldsburg

10/10 Excellent

"Todo muy excelente,"

Tru By Hilton Columbus East Broad

10/10 Excellent

"Place was very clean and very well maintained Very satisfied would visit again"

Holmes Suites Inn Columbus Pataskala - I-70 East

10/10 Excellent

"N/A"

Cherry Valley Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Such an unexpected, beautiful fall stay. Thank you!"

Relax Inn by OYO Columbus OH I 70

10/10 Excellent

"Struggled to find the lobby (it’s in the nearest corner to the entrance drive way). Otherwise, fine visit."

Other attractions near Crane Island

Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve during your travels to Buckeye Lake. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums.

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Buckeye Lake Brewery

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can take time to visit Buckeye Lake Brewery during your travels to Buckeye Lake. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the museums in this romantic area.

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Watkins Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Watkins Island during your travels in Buckeye Lake. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's museums.

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Ridenour Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Ridenour Island during your travels in Thornville.

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Hickory Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Hickory Island during your travels in Thornville.

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Sherman Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sherman Island during your travels in Thornville.

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Mud Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mud Island during your travels in Millersport. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Crane Island?

Crane Island is located in Buckeye Lake. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 53 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Crane Island?

Cherry Valley Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. You'll find it 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Crane Island. Other good options in the area include Baymont by Wyndham Lancaster and Spark by Hilton Columbus East Pickerington.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Crane Island?

Expedia has 53 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Crane Island.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Crane Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Crane Island.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Crane Island?

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Crane Island, click here.

What can I see and do near Crane Island?

You can wander around Dawes Arboretum, Evans Park, or Brooks Park if you want a dose of fresh air. At Buckeye Lake, Buckeye Lake State Park, and Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve, take some time to really appreciate nature. Buckeye Lake Brewery, National Trail Raceway, or Lancer Stadium are some local sights worth checking out.

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Our top choices for Crane Island hotels

1. Best Western Lakewood Inn

2. Hampton Inn Heath-Newark

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Heath - Newark by IHG

4. Comfort Inn & Suites Heath - Newark South

5. Cherry Valley Hotel

6. Courtyard by Marriott Newark Granville

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Ohio

8. Granville Inn

9. The Buxton Inn

10. Holmes Suites Inn Columbus Pataskala - I-70 East

11. The Broadway Guest House

12. Red Roof Inn Columbus - Hebron

13. Super 8 by Wyndham Heath/Newark

14. Americas Best Value Inn Heath Newark

15. Deluxe Inn

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Top Crane Island Hotel Reviews

Hilton Columbus at Easton

Spark by Hilton Columbus East Pickerington

La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Columbus I-70E/Reynoldsburg

Tru By Hilton Columbus East Broad

Holmes Suites Inn Columbus Pataskala - I-70 East

Cherry Valley Hotel

Relax Inn by OYO Columbus OH I 70

Other attractions near Crane Island

Cranberry Bog State Nature Preserve

Buckeye Lake Brewery

Watkins Island

Ridenour Island

Hickory Island

Sherman Island

Mud Island

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