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An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a view of the water.

A restaurant with a brick wall, large windows, and a wooden table.

A bar with a long counter, multiple stools, and a ceiling adorned with blue spherical decorations.

A hallway with ornate mirrors, potted plants, and a bench.

1. Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

Historic Downtown Sandusky, 0.3 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Brite

SAR 564

SAR 642 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A porch with a wooden door, two potted plants, and a black and white patterned doormat.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a white countertop, and a built-in microwave. There are two wicker chairs and a small potted plant on the counter.

A dining area with a round table, patterned chairs, and wooden paneling.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, three wicker chairs, and a built-in oven.

2. The Washington Boutique Hotel

0.6 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Grace

SAR 514

SAR 713 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a small table with a lamp, and a bed with a headboard.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a glass door entrance.

A hotel room with a sofa, armchair, and a small table. There is a lamp on each side of the sofa, and a picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a refrigerator, and a view of a body of water.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG

2.9 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Sue

SAR 326

SAR 371 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a grey sofa, a small table, and a kitchen area with appliances.

A bathroom sink with a soap dispenser and three rolled towels on a tray.

A sign for Cedar Stables Inn & Suites at Boutique Hotel, featuring a directional arrow.

A modern room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a bench.

4. Cedar Stables Inn and Suites

2.9 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Bradley

SAR 349

SAR 396 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel room with three beds, a ceiling fan, wall-mounted air conditioning, and artwork.

A reception area with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A compact bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a hairdryer mounted on the wall.

A Sandusky Inn with a large red sign, a fenced pool area, and a parking lot.

5. Sandusky Inn

3.2 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Sharon

SAR 219

SAR 249 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden table, and a wall with a roller coaster picture.

A reception area with a red and grey counter, two computers, a fire alarm, and a window with a view of the street.

A row of washers and dryers in a commercial setting.

A motel with a covered parking area, a sign for a restaurant, and a brick facade.

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Sandusky

2.8 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

craig

SAR 216

SAR 246 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a microwave, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building in the background.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and artwork on the walls.

A vending machine stocked with various snacks.

7. Cedar Cove

2.9 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Melissa

SAR 268

SAR 305 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and potted plants.

A modern building with a covered entrance, multiple parking spaces, and a landscaped area with trees.

A courtyard with a brick pathway, surrounded by various trees and shrubs, and a building with a balcony in the background.

A hotel room with two double beds, each with a red and gold patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

8. Avalon Inn

2.4 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Matthew

SAR 198

SAR 225 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A wooden deck with a railing, a small stream, and a building with large windows in the background.

Three people lying on a deck by a pool with clear water.

A serene garden with a wooden bridge over a small stream, surrounded by lush greenery and a brick building.

A modern building with a sign reading "Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts".

9. Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts

11 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Gary

SAR 423

SAR 481 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a covered walkway, stone pillars, and a sign for Holiday Inn Express & Suites.

A modern hotel lobby with a blue carpet, wooden furniture, and a sofa.

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a pergola.

A modern restaurant with a large black table, brown chairs, and red chairs. There is a counter with a menu and a TV screen. The ceiling has wooden panels and recessed lighting.

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Milan – Sandusky Area by IHG

15.8 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Rick

SAR 357

SAR 406 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a central fire pit, and a stone wall.

An indoor swimming pool with a tiled floor, purple lounge chairs, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, a dark cabinet, and a built-in dishwasher.

A gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a set of dumbbells.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Sandusky/Milan

16.2 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Heidi

SAR 380

SAR 432 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A multi-story Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered walkway.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, pendant lighting, and a flat-screen TV.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a digital kiosk, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A gym with treadmills, dumbbells, benches, and a weight rack.

12. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Sandusky

7.1 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

AQUILES

SAR 368

SAR 419 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a red chair.

A snack aisle with shelves stocked with various chips and dips, and a refrigerated section with bottled beverages.

A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden chairs, and pendant lighting.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a stationary bike.

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sandusky South, OH

16.1 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Shatona

SAR 284

SAR 323 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, and a covered section with umbrellas.

A modern kitchen with a wooden island, bar area, wicker chairs, and a large flat-screen TV.

14. The Wave at Marblehead

8.8 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Torsten

SAR 455

SAR 620 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

An outdoor patio with a fire feature, seating, and string lights.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern interior with a central snack display, seating areas, and a bar.

A modern hotel building with two prominent signs reading "tru by Hilton" and a covered entrance area.

15. Tru by Hilton Sandusky, OH

8.2 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

William

SAR 345

SAR 392 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A fire pit with logs, surrounded by a stone border and rocks, with two wooden chairs facing it.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a television, and a seating area with two chairs.

A reception area with a wooden counter, black bar stools, framed pictures on the wall, a red door, and a 'hello' mat at the entrance.

A motel with a covered parking area, wooden benches, and planter boxes with flowers.

16. Explorer Rest & Recreation

4.2 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Ruby

SAR 294

SAR 334 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A bathroom with a large mirror, vanity, and a shower area.

A spacious interior with a grand chandelier, arched windows, and a wooden staircase.

A building with a covered entrance, brick walls, and arched windows.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a mirror.

17. South Shore Inn

3.5 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Natalie

SAR 270

SAR 307 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, a covered patio, and a building with large windows.

A room with a large window offering a view of a lake and trees.

A Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot.

A spacious indoor dining area with large windows, tables, and chairs arranged for guests.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Port Clinton Catawba Island

14.5 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Jason

SAR 380

SAR 429 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a flat-screen TV, and a window with blinds.

A swimming pool with a lifeguard chair and lounge chairs, surrounded by tiled walls and windows.

A waterfront hotel with a stone wall and a row of rooms.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a covered entrance and a landscaped driveway.

19. Comfort Inn River's Edge

14.8 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Michael

SAR 271

SAR 308 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

20. Springhill Suites By Marriott Sandusky

8.4 km from Merry-Go-Round Museum

Mariah

SAR 402

SAR 457 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Merry-Go-Round Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky	9.0 Wonderful 755 reviews	View
The Washington Boutique Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 89 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Cedar Stables Inn and Suites	8.8 Excellent 590 reviews	View
Sandusky Inn	8.2 Very good 638 reviews	View

Top Merry-Go-Round Museum Hotel Reviews

Cedar Point's Castaway Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great place! We went with our 4 year old and he loved it but honestly good for all ages. We felt like kids again and went during the Halloween weekends at cedar point. Some things were closed and opened on and off due to staffing during the busy season. If you start right at 10 everything was open and it was worth it! Definitely will go again!"

HURRY WE'RE FILLING FAST! DOWNTOWN SHORT WALK TO FOOD BARS & FERRYS. SLEEPS 16!

10/10 Excellent

"The home was beautiful, clean, and perisonalble. There was so much room. Very close to the pier. We felt safe and walking distance to so many restaurants pubs."

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

10/10 Excellent

"Two thumbs up!! I would highly recommend it"

Summer Dates! Bayfront Oasis Getaway for Four!

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the space, view & convenience to Cedar Point and restaurants. David was very helpful with places to eat and making sure everything went smooth. Definitely will be back!"

Prime location within walking distance of downtown Sandusky

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Clean"

Upgraded Downtown Sandusky Apartment - Sleeps 5!

10/10 Excellent

"Property was as described. Cute little place right in downtown making it very convenient access in the area."

Luxury Awaits! 9,000 SF Mansion with 14 Bedrooms 5 Baths Theater Room seats 20!

10/10 Excellent

"Mary was a wonderful host. The home had everything you could dream of and more. We had 30 family members there for a Sandusky wedding in September. The kids loved the game room, the Gen Z’s loved the theater room, everyone loved eating together in the expansive, fully equipped kitchen. There was even room to charge 3 golf carts behind the house at night. We loved the outdoors area with large fire pit each night as well!"

Stylish Downtown Condo: 5 Minutes to Cedar Point!

10/10 Excellent

"The place was fantastic! Very unique. Wonderful location downtown as well! Highly recommend and we would stay again."

Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here for our bachelor and bachelorette parties and we had the best time! It fit everyone and had plenty of room and things to do!! Definitely recommend checking it out"

Other attractions near Merry-Go-Round Museum

A sunset over a body of water with a large ship and rocky shoreline.

Jackson Street Pier

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A calm body of water with a single duck swimming, a distant ship, and a bridge in the background.

Shoreline Park

Shoreline Park is just one of the places to see in Sandusky, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Sandusky History Museum at the Follett House

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Sandusky History Museum at the Follett House in Sandusky. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Central Park

6.6/10 (4 reviews)

Central Park is just one of the places to see in Sandusky, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Maritime Museum of Sandusky

8.0/10 (30 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Maritime Museum of Sandusky during your travels in Sandusky. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden

7.4/10 (3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Sandusky when you take a trip to Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Sandusky Speedway

8.0/10 (109 reviews)

You can take time to visit Sandusky Speedway during your travels to Sandusky. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Pipe Creek Wildlife Area

6.8/10 (5 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Pipe Creek Wildlife Area, a lovely green space in Sandusky. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Merry-Go-Round Museum?

Merry-Go-Round Museum is located in a family-friendly area of Sandusky known for its fun-filled attractions and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 186 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Merry-Go-Round Museum?

Adjacent to Merry-Go-Round Museum, Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good choices within 5 miles include Cedar Point's Express Hotel and Cedar Point's Hotel Breakers.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Merry-Go-Round Museum?

Expedia has 186 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Merry-Go-Round Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Merry-Go-Round Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Merry-Go-Round Museum.

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What can I see and do near Merry-Go-Round Museum?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Sandusky History Museum at the Follett House and Maritime Museum of Sandusky. Sights like The Keeper's House and Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden highlight some of the local culture. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center, Shoreline Park, and Pipe Creek Wildlife Area.

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Our top choices for Merry-Go-Round Museum hotels

1. Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

2. The Washington Boutique Hotel

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG

4. Cedar Stables Inn and Suites

5. Sandusky Inn

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Sandusky

7. Cedar Cove

8. Avalon Inn

9. Sawmill Creek by Cedar Point Resorts

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Milan – Sandusky Area by IHG

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Sandusky/Milan

12. Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Sandusky

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Sandusky South, OH

14. The Wave at Marblehead

15. Tru by Hilton Sandusky, OH

16. Explorer Rest & Recreation

17. South Shore Inn

18. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Port Clinton Catawba Island

19. Comfort Inn River's Edge

20. Springhill Suites By Marriott Sandusky

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Top Merry-Go-Round Museum Hotel Reviews

Cedar Point's Castaway Bay

HURRY WE'RE FILLING FAST! DOWNTOWN SHORT WALK TO FOOD BARS & FERRYS. SLEEPS 16!

Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

Summer Dates! Bayfront Oasis Getaway for Four!

Prime location within walking distance of downtown Sandusky

Upgraded Downtown Sandusky Apartment - Sleeps 5!

Luxury Awaits! 9,000 SF Mansion with 14 Bedrooms 5 Baths Theater Room seats 20!

Stylish Downtown Condo: 5 Minutes to Cedar Point!

Indoor Basketball Court, Movie Theatre & Rooftop-Private 3rd floor Penthouse!

Other attractions near Merry-Go-Round Museum

Jackson Street Pier

Shoreline Park

Sandusky History Museum at the Follett House

Central Park

Maritime Museum of Sandusky

Eleutheros Cooke House and Garden

Sandusky Speedway

Pipe Creek Wildlife Area

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