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The Fountain Inn

Property class: 2

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A swimming pool with multiple lanes, a water slide, and lounge chairs around the perimeter.
A row of covered picnic tables and a building with a sloped roof, surrounded by blooming trees and a well-maintained lawn.
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a glass door entrance.
A hotel with a yellow facade, a red roof, and a sign reading "The Fountain Inn." There are steps leading to the entrance, surrounded by colorful flower beds and trees.
A group of people practicing yoga outdoors on mats.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is $117
$107 nightly
$117 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9

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236 Maple Ave, Marblehead, OH, 43440
  • Place, Lakeside Daisy State Nature Preserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, African Safari Wildlife Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cedar Point
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds

Two single beds with white bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and a clock.

Economy Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 225 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

Economy Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Economy Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A neatly made bed with a white comforter and patterned pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a chair with a cushion.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

A neatly made bed with white and yellow pillows, a bedside lamp, and a wall-mounted picture of flowers.

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • 365 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

A room with two beds, a TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Trundle Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

A bed with white bedding and pillows, a metal headboard, and a window with a grid pattern.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 295 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a chair. There are windows providing a view of the outside.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchenette

  • Partial lake view
  • 295 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Lakeside

Located in Lakeside, The Fountain Inn is on a lake, a 1-minute drive from Lake Erie and 7 minutes from Marblehead Lighthouse. .This hotel is 6.5 mi (10.4 km) from The Watering Hole Safari and Waterpark and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Catawba Island State Park.

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Daisy State Nature Preserve - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • African Safari Wildlife Park - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Castaway Bay Waterpark - 28 min drive - 24.1 miles
  • Sports Force Parks at Cedar Point Sports Center - 29 min drive - 28.8 miles
  • Cedar Point - 32 min drive - 26.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 26 min drive
  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coasters Drive-In - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Hugo's Italian Kitchen - ‬37 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Farmhouse Kitchen & Grill - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Happy Friar - ‬39 min drive

About this property

The Fountain Inn

The Fountain Inn offers 46 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision.

Make yourself at home in one of the 46 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, a banquet hall, and a vending machine.
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of The Fountain Inn.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and ATM/banking services. Planning an event in Lakeside? This hotel has 1240 square feet (115 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 8 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Children's pool
  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Changing table
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini-fridge
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,240 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (33 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (46 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.75 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee (May 24 - September 02): USD 38.00 per person, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Fitness center access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Pool access
  • Shuttle service
  • Sporting facilities or equipment

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 8.00 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.75 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 25 to September 01
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or fitness facility without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

The Fountain Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 73 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accommodations at The Fountain Inn!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room for a night and close to the charter fishing boat I was going to see the next morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amy

Good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rockie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place and room was clean and bed was comfy.. and very good location.. plenty of stuff to do and look at..
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a super cute, well located hotel, with super friendly staff. The facilities are older, but it's clean and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay. The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, even coming up to the room to help us sort out the tv. The hotel fits in very nicely with the surrounding community.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable , accessible with enough amenities to send you on your way. It half this 1990s nostalgia feel to it. Staff were friendly and parking was free. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Emily

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Weird place. Felt more like a nursing home than a hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value and walking distance to Ooh La La for breakfast. Loved being able to walk to lake for beautiful views.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice visit, the season is over and the area is very quiet. it was just what we were looking for to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Francine

The room was ready to use and the staff was outstanding going above and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a quaint little town. Beautiful cottages.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Since going in the off season is was super peaceful and nice to enjoy a weekend get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Augusto

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Is a good place, good attention. Recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Durreall Alonzo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a community of some sort. Shops, restaurants and cafes all right by the hotel. But the parking is very very limited.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. We stayed there in the winter when there were no resort fees so the price was very good. No breakfast but they had coffee, fridge and microwave so we brought something for breakfast to heat up.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Beth

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The parking is pretty much non existent. We were there in the off season and still almost no parking. The room was ok but the bathroom tub didn't look clean. It may be stained but it looked dirty. Not a lot of restaurants to choose from, especially for breakfast. The wifi password wouldn't work so no wifi.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Victoria

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

Good stay

Our stay was very comfortable. The service was excellent and everyone was so kind. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great. Cute, clean and convenient. Price was great for off season. Not sure if I would pay a heck of a lot more for in-season prices. It was great and onvenient, but not enough for me to pay too much more than we paid for the off-season price. Lakeside is a nice community!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jerome

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 2 things that parking is very limited due to you mainly get around buy golf carts and the pool was close due to the season ending but other that i would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was unaware of area when i booked ... was charmed by the uniqueness of it ... felt like a throw back to earlier times ... Staff was friendly and informative
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Suzanah

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This hotel is situated in a great location. They are within good walking to the pier. There's some shopping and a couple restaurants within walking distance. The staff was friendly. When I got to my room the door was already open, but I think they had just got done cleaning it. The room is spacious. The bed seemed huge which was nice. Fridge was clean. The only thing that dampened the stay was the shower. I didn't realize until I was fully in the shower that there was mold. Consequently that was the shortest shower I've taken. If it wasn't for the mold, this room would've been a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

JUDITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful little town. My family really enjoyed our stay while going to cedar point. The people were so sweet ans loving. Will be going back and definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most restaurants and shops closed even on weekend kind of a bummer but otherwise great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025