Stay Inn, in the heart of the entertainment district, offers a vibrant retreat. Fuel up with continental breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Unwind by the seasonal outdoor pool or grab a snack from the vending machine.
Port Clinton Public Swimming Beach - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
Jet Express - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
Fisherman's Wharf - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
African Safari Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
Catawba Island State Park - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
Getting around
Sandusky Station - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Wendy's - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Jolly Roger's Seafood House - 3 min drive
The Brick House - 4 min drive
Dianna's Deli & Restaurant - 5 min drive
About this property
Stay Inn
At Stay Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Erie and African Safari Wildlife Park. Guests can take a dip in the seasonal outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
34 rooms
Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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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 18
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Children
Children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Onsite extended parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Private picnics
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Winery tours nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1987
Picnic area
Television in common areas
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Braille/raised signage
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Freezer
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from May to October
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Bayshore Inn Port Clinton
Bayshore Port Clinton
Bayshore Inn Port Clinton, Ohio
Stay Inn Port Clinton
Stay Port Clinton
Stay Inn Hotel
Stay Inn Port Clinton
Stay Inn Hotel Port Clinton
Frequently asked questions
Does Stay Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Stay Inn 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.
Is there a pool at Stay Inn?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Stay Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Stay Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Stay Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Stay Inn and nearby?
Stay Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool and a picnic area.
What's the area around Stay Inn like?
Stay Inn is located a short 12-minute walk from Lake Erie.
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Stay Inn Reviews
Reviews
7.4
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Hotel was very nice, friendly staff, nice pool.
trudy
trudy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2025
A nice motel. The breakfast wasn't a lot but the bed was SUPER comfortable.
Terry
Terry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Nice
Nice place clean room and a nice pool
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2025
Not Bad for the Money
The employees are very nice. The room was clean and had everything I needed. A good value for the area.
James
James, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 18, 2025
Nice place for the price!
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2025
Okay hotel stay
The hotel room was fine. Beds were comfy. Continental breakfast was just okay. No tissues in the room. Could have used a better cleaning carpeting and walls.
Was sufficient for a two-night stay.
Anne
Anne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2025
Just right
Much improved since our last visit
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Nice comfortable bed! Great after a long drive!
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Weekend
Quiet , clean room. Nice area close to everything.
Friend
Friend, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 17, 2025
Average
They really need to update the beds.
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 9, 2025
Beds and towels were clean no pet smells or cigarette smoke in the room. Worth the cost.
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 22, 2024
The hotel has good prices and is comfortable.
Juan
Juan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 20, 2025
Well there was no trash can in the room, there was a small blood staun on the wall in the bathroom, and rhe continental breakfast was a choice of banana, fruit loops, a glazed donut from kroger next door or somw toast.
Cara
Cara, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 22, 2025
You get what t ou pay for
Check in was fine. We had to wash the bathroom floor because...it was gross. No coffee in the room. Beds were okay for a short stay. It was relatively quiet. With a fan running, trains were almost unnoticeable.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 14, 2025
Not so great
If you suffer with arachnophobia this isn't the place for you. When I turned down the bedsheets to get in a huge black spider the size of a quarter scrambled across the bed. The decor was old and the carpet questionable. Free breakfast included donuts, cereal and bananas, juice and coffee.
Annette
Annette, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2024
Great place to stay, close to everything.
Richard K
Richard K, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 22, 2025
Everything was good except for the bathroom. It was dirty.
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 29, 2024
For the price it was a great hotel
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 2, 2025
The motel was dated, not as clean as it should have been and as one of the most expensive rooms we got on our trip, it would rate at the bottom for value.
LLOYD
LLOYD, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 19, 2025
Quick start
Price was right
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2024
Good motel will stay again
Nathan
Nathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2024
Very friendly staff, quiet away from everything yet 5 minutes to everything in Port Clinton. Would definitely stay again.
Timothy
Timothy, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
May 13, 2025
STAYINN -PORT CLINTON OH
Both toilet and bathtub visible dirty.
No facial tissue in room.
Breakfast very sparse-coffee, dry cereal, bread, little else.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
It was a nice tucked back place with easy access to groceries and food deliveries. Easy check in and they really work with you if need something.
Kaitlin
Kaitlin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Great place to stay!
We have stayed here many time and it has turned better. New owners have remodeled and have turned this motel to the best turn for the buck...clean, quiet and friendly staff. Couldn't ask for more!