Located close to Island Adventures Family Fun Center and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business center.
Located in Port Clinton, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Erie and Catawba Island State Park, while The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark and Cedar Point are popular area attractions. Island Adventures Family Fun Center and Marblehead Lighthouse are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including fishing, winery tours, and golfing. Visit our Port Clinton travel guide
50 Ne Catawba Rd, Port Clinton, OH, 43452
What's nearby
Sandusky Bay
2 min drive - 2.5 km
African Safari Wildlife Park
2 min drive - 1.8 km
Island Adventures Family Fun Center
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Gideon Owen Wine Company
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Ottawa County Visitor's Bureau
2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Sandusky Station
18 min drive
Toledo Express Airport (TOL)
58 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
1 min walk
McDonald's
5 min drive
Taco Bell
5 min walk
Jolly Roger's Seafood House
5 min drive
Cleats Club Seat Grille
5 min drive
About this property
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG
Hotel near Lake Erie
Located close to Island Adventures Family Fun Center and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to a gym and a business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
An indoor pool along with sun loungers
Free self parking
Express check-out, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in the lobby
A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and meeting rooms
Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 102 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM–9:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG?
As of Oct 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG on Nov 23, 2026 start from ₩115,319, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG located?
Situated in Port Clinton, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Island Adventures Family Fun Center and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Lake Erie. The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark and Catawba Island State Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG Reviews
8.4
Very Good
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Staff and front desk were very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and a very good value. Breakfast was tasty, and the coffee machines were really good.
The hotel was nice and clean. Nice pool area. My only complaint was that there is a lot of moisture in the room. The bed and everything felt damp when we came in and got in bed in the evening. Other than that the place was great! Staff was so helpful and nice. We would stay again.
Place needs some updates.The first room they gave us had a broken toilet.Second room had a cracked missing ceiling.Bathroom so small couldn't clear the door to shut it while washing my hands.Pool area the walkway to hot tub the wood was cracked and caving in.Loved outdoor patio for morning breakfast with water view.Breakfast was amazing!Many options!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Brent
Jul 30, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Had a pool and a hot tub. Staff was nice. Rooms had really small TV didn't realize they made them thay small anymore. Hot tub is nice unless a bunch of adults drinking beer all night so not kid appropriate most of our stay. Little overpriced. Breakfast was good. Not alot of food options around
Our stay was good , the rooms were clean! The pictures of the pools didnt look how it does there was bug in the hot tub coming in from under the door by the hot tub and breakfast was good although the pictures shown are different they have a selected few things out but all in all it was good!
Honestly, it was not a great experience and I wouldn't go back. The outside of the property looked great and was well maintained. The scenery and the outside patio area were great. The lobby and common area were also nice and well maintained so I was very hopeful. The rooms and pool area were a different story though. Our room smelled kind of like old garbage and rotting food. The bathroom also smelled pretty bad. It was kind of musty smelling, like dirty laundry. The AC kept shutting off before it would reach the temperature so it was very warm in there all night and we could not get the TV to work. Every channel we tried it just kept freezing up. The hot tub was a really good size but unfortunately the hot tub itself smelled absolutely terrible. We were in a room that had a pull-out bed. I wasn't expecting a lot from a pull out mattress but this one was even worse than what I expected. It was maybe 2 inches thick. For $300 a night, I was expecting a little more.
Ample sized room, modern & convenient. Very convenient location with ample parking. Hot breakfast buffet was good and well attended to. Some minor imperfections: 1- no water available after breakfast - no water fountain & out of water to sell, 2- some loud guest late at night (soccer teams, not controlled by chaperones)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Michele
Aug 25, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The hotel was pretty nice, it could have been a little bit cleaner and some things needed attention. One of the windows near the hot tub had the screen just hanging half way off. No towels in the pool area, had to go ask for some. Our first morning, there was an issue with breakfast. The service was so slow, the hot food was empty, all the juice was empty except one, not much choices for bread, no cinnamon rolls. My husband had to go to the front desk to let them know everyone was just waiting for food. A manager did come and help and got more food out. The pancake maker was not working that morning either. The next morning was better. Overall we had a nice stay.