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Great Lakes Motel

2.0 star property
Travelers relax in a peaceful garden or enjoy the playground while staying connected with free WiFi and handling laundry needs on-site

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The Great Lakes Motel offers relaxation and practicality with its garden and playground. Guests enjoy free in-room WiFi and convenient laundry facilities for longer stays. Previous visitors consistently praise the helpful staff who enhance the experience.

Reviews

6.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | LCD TV

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Fremont is home to Great Lakes Motel. Rutherford B. Hayes Library and Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oak Harbor Golf Club and Fisherman's Wharf. Island Adventures Family Fun Center and The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark are also worth visiting.
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43420, OH, Fremont, 1737 E State St

What's nearby

  • Sandusky River - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Ozzie Rauch Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Kalahari Waterpark Resort - 32 min drive - 58.4 km
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 35 min drive - 57.2 km
  • Cedar Point - 40 min drive - 61.3 km

Getting around

  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tackle Box 2 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Depot - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rally's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Garrison Food & Spirits - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Great Lakes Motel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a garden, a playground, and laundry facilities at Great Lakes Motel. Free in-room WiFi and a 24-hour business center are available to all guests.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • A vending machine, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Great Lakes Motel include thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and irons/ironing boards
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Great Lakes Fremont
Great Lakes Motel
Great Lakes Motel Fremont
Great Lakes Motel Fremont, Ohio
Great Lakes Motel Motel
Great Lakes Motel Fremont
Great Lakes Motel Motel Fremont

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Lakes Motel 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 Great Lakes Motel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Lakes Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Lakes Motel located?

Situated in Fremont, this motel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Sandusky River, Spiegel Grove State Park, and Rutherford B. Hayes Library. Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Center and Fremont Speedway are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Great Lakes Motel Reviews

6.6

6.6

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

7.2

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 233 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 75 out of 233 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 233 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 233 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 233 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jeff

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Horrible service and rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

DOUG

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a place to get some sleep. There were cobwebs in the corners and we had to kill about a dozen mosquitos that were in the room when we first went in. The bedding appeared to be clean and the beds were somewhat comfortable. The air conditioner would not come on with the switch on the unit. I was told the next morning that it only works with the remote that we didn't know about. $91/night was too much for the conditions.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Josh

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible motel black mold in shower toilet seat was completly broken stains on sheets microwave hadnt been clean and who knowd how long was good in fridge when we checke r in
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean, everything was in it's place. I had no complaints about service, staff was friendly and happy to work with you.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff at check in. Ac excellent. Bed spread needed replaced, several cigarette burns. Clean room. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was not fancy but it was clean, quiet and worth what I paid for. No issues
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For an older property, it was very clean. The staff was very nice. Although it was a non-refundable property, we had no choice of going. we have a wedding that got canceled. It was a downer that we could not get refunded.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Judith

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small facility. Staff was friendly. Clean linens. Room needs deep clean (dust on all surfaces, coffee pot filthy, refrigerator dirty, paint job terrible). Needs updating, small shower cracked. Water on floor by refrigerator.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Susanna

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The authentic mid century modern furniture and decor was enjoyable. The parking was easy. Room was clean enough with no bugs or anything. Save your receipt because they said they can't provide duplicates. Bedding was comfortable. In room coffee was fine. I thought it was expensive for what you get but this is considered in the Cedar Point area. Was the most affordable in the area. I found it restful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice motel

Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quiet and relaxing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teia

The room was very nice and i enjoyed stay there there waa
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RoseAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was managed very well on the outside as well as the inside. We had a great experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good stay

Large & roomy. Clean and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The motel is right of the 1950s
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Better than i was expecting. I was expecting something dirty and gross.. it was clean and better than i was thinking itd be
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very old, dirty, smelly and disgusting place to stay. Avoid this place!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Taking a 3-day class at the local community college and didn't want to commute from home. Stayed here. Nice folks. The room I had even had a parking garage attached. I believe all of the units did. It was the least expensive and everything went smooth the entire 3 days.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Disliked: Amenities
I wanted a cheap price for an overnight stay - I a basic room with no extras for that price. Just what I expected - but not ever gonna be my first choice (but that was almost $300 for a single night!)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, clean rooms, convenient to Camp Perry and other areas of interest
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Bonnie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely needs to be updated and a good cleaning! Shady characters all over the property. Didn’t feel safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hardest king size bed we ever had to sleep on , definitely not " premium bedding " as they claim
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a quiet place to sleep for the night. A lot of places to eat nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Exposed wiring in shower.

We were in town to fish at Port Clinton. We stayed at this motel because of the distance and price. The biggest issue was the shower. There is a can light in the shower in the room we stayed in, and it was hanging down and wiring was exposed. The room had a kitchen that was a little dirty. The bathroom was a little dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

valerie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room smelled bad had flys everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025