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$$

This column indicates the typical price range of this hotel. We use the following codes: E=Economy (under $50), M=Midrange ($50 to $100), U=Upscale ($100 to $150), L=Luxury (over $150). Please note that room rates fluctuate (seasonal popularity, special events in the area, etc.).

Miles

The approximate distance in miles from the exit to the hotel. These are calculations using GPS data. Distances along city streets will be somewhat different but this should give you a good idea of the distances to Discount Hotels near the cited Interstate exit.

Fit

Discount Hotels near I-80/90 in Sandusky offering  'fitness' or exercise facilities are indicated with an F in this column. If the hotel also has a spa, it is so indicated by an S in this column. Most hotels define a 'spa' as a large hot tub with built in water jets. In a few cases, fitness facilities and spas may be off-premises (entry by pass issued by the hotel) in which case dressing rooms are also present for your convenience.

Kit

Discount Hotels near I-80/90 in Sandusky offering a full kitchen or 'kitchenette' are indicated with an 'K' in this column. An 'M' in this column indicates microwave available. If the room also has a refrigerator, it is so indicated by an 'R' in this column. Many hotels have some rooms furnished with microwaves and small refrigerators but you have to request them. We list them only if there is not an additional charge (or so they have informed us).

I'net

Discount Hotels near I-80/90 in Sandusky offering Internet access are indicated (with an M for dial-up and W for wideband) in the I'net column. Please note that 'wideband' facilities vary. In addition to a network port (usually installed in the docking station), we suggest you bring along cables and your Windows distribution CD (in case you are required to load a special network driver). For 'dial up dataports', you would only need a modem and an RJ-11 patch cord (which you should always have with you, anyway).

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Cedar Point Amusement Park
  Consistently voted the "number one amusement park in the United States", this place boasts sixteen roller coasters plus a number of other 'thrill' rides, three water rides, a number of 'challenge' amusements and... well, there's a lot there. But there is also an area specially designed for the very young. We suggest you view their web site at Cedar Point. You will be better able to decide if you want to make this a stop.
  Even if you don't want to try any of the rides, you may well enjoy the drive out to Cedar {Point - a long, narrow peninsula extending way out into Sandusky Bay where it meets Lake Erie. From OH-4, US=250 or US-6 (on the east side of downtown), take Monroe Street to the bend where it becomes 1st Street, Continue on 1st Street to the Cedar Point Causeway. Turn left and you're on your way to Cedar Point.
  If you are coming in to town from the east on US-6, it intersects directly with Cedar Point Causeway. Turn right and you're on your way.
  To get back to the Ohio Turnpike, take OH-4 westbound if you're heading west, and US-250 eastbound if heading east. If you are going to Cleveland, OH-2 is a controlled access freeway (no tolls). You have to cross it to get out of town; on-ramps are at all the major highways.

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Museum of Carousel Art and History
  Ride a fully restored Herschell carousel complete with working band organ. Here, you can also watch as talented artisans restore various carousel pieces, view the array of tools and animals that were part of the 1860s Dentzel Carving Shop.
  Open 11a-5p Monday through Saturday; noon to 5p Sundays from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The rest of the year they are open weekends, only.
  From the Ohio Turnpike (I-80/90), take exit 110, turn left and follow OH-4 into downtown Sandusky to Decatur Street. It is a 45º angle intersection on your left. Bear left and follow Decatur 7 blocks to Washington Street (US-6). Turn right, go 1 block to Jackson Street. The Museum is on the corner. Address: 301 Jackson Street; phone: 1-419-626-6111 (if no answer, phone the Sandusky Visitors' Center at 1-800-255-3743).