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A riverside patio with outdoor seating, a small shed, and a dock.

A hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a red sofa, a patterned armchair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

A resort with a large pool, multiple guest rooms, and a well-maintained garden.

A wooden deck with white Adirondack chairs facing a calm body of water.

1. Kelleys Island Venture Resort

2.8 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Richard

฿5,017

฿5,833 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, a covered patio, and a building with large windows.

A spacious indoor dining area with large windows, tables, and chairs arranged for guests.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a metal pool ladder, and a view of the outdoors.

A Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton hotel with a modern design, featuring a covered entrance and a parking lot.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Port Clinton Catawba Island

16.1 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Jason

฿3,682

฿4,161 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A modern kitchen with a wooden island, bar area, wicker chairs, and a large flat-screen TV.

A bedroom with a large bed, two windows with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and artwork on the wall.

An outdoor patio area with seating, a fire pit, and a covered section with umbrellas.

3. The Wave at Marblehead

9.6 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Rachel

฿3,574

฿4,987 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A spacious living area with a staircase, a sofa, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, staircase, and a sign indicating the name of the hotel.

A compact hotel room with a sofa, ottoman, kitchenette, and wall-mounted artwork.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk with a lamp, and a TV.

4. Sleep Inn & Suites Port Clinton

17.4 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Paul Francis

฿2,123

฿2,398 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by orange chairs and tables, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden wardrobe, desk, chair, and a television.

A hotel with a red roof, a parking lot, and a view of a lake.

A coffee station with two coffee makers and a sign that reads "MUST HAVE COFFEE."

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG

16.2 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Katherine

฿3,056

฿3,453 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, multiple lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, a coffee station, and artwork on the walls.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a fireplace, and framed artwork on the wall.

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Clinton, OH

17.6 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Katrina

฿2,177

฿2,461 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, overlooking a marina with boats and a view of the water.

A restaurant with a brick wall, large windows, and a wooden table.

A bar with a long counter, multiple stools, and a ceiling adorned with blue spherical decorations.

A reception desk with a black counter, a sign reading "Hotel Kilbourne," and a brick wall.

7. Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

18.1 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Brite

฿6,801

฿7,736 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a grey sofa, a small table, and a kitchen area with appliances.

A bathroom sink with a soap dispenser and three rolled towels on a tray.

A modern room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a bench.

A crowded indoor venue with tables and chairs, featuring a prominent flag and various signs.

8. Cedar Stables Inn and Suites

19.9 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Bradley

฿3,854

฿4,384 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A swimming pool with multiple lanes, a water slide, and lounge chairs around the perimeter.

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.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a glass door entrance.

9. The Fountain Inn

9 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

John

฿2,532

฿2,943 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden table, and a wall with a roller coaster picture.

A motel with a covered parking area, a sign for a restaurant, and a brick facade.

A kitchen area with a granite countertop, a toaster, a coffee maker, and a fruit bowl.

A row of washers and dryers in a commercial setting.

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Sandusky

20 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Tesha

฿2,217

฿2,521 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A porch with a wooden door, two potted plants, and a black and white patterned doormat.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a white countertop, and a built-in microwave. There are two wicker chairs and a small potted plant on the counter.

A wooden staircase with a glass window displaying a compass.

A modern kitchen with a white countertop, three wicker chairs, and a built-in oven.

11. The Washington Boutique Hotel

18.2 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Grace

฿4,785

฿6,589 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A restaurant with a thatched roof, outdoor seating, and a stone wall with flowers.

A spacious hallway with a high ceiling, a comfortable seating area with a sofa and armchairs, a television mounted on the wall, and a door leading to an outdoor area.

A two-story building with a dark blue exterior, white trim, and a white picket fence. There is a sign above the door that reads "Garden Suite 2 View."

A bar area with a television screen, bar counter, and various bottles and glasses.

12. Harbour Square Suites

9.3 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

David

฿5,038

฿5,814 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A lobby with a marble floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two double beds, each with a red and gold patterned bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A courtyard with a brick pathway, surrounded by various trees and shrubs, and a building with a balcony in the background.

13. Avalon Inn

19.8 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Kimberly

฿2,052

฿2,334 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A pool area with lounge chairs, a bar, and a building with a thatched roof.

A multi-story hotel with a red awning, outdoor seating, and a landscaped front yard.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A multi-story hotel with balconies, outdoor seating, and a stone pathway.

14. Put-In-Bay Resort and Conference Center

9.4 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

WEIYI

฿3,473

฿4,124 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, a small table with a lamp, and a bed with a headboard.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a refrigerator, and a view of a body of water.

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a wooden counter.

An indoor swimming pool with a view of the parking lot and buildings outside.

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG

19.9 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Monique

฿3,394

฿3,861 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A two-story residential building with a balcony on the upper floor, a front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.

A two-story building with a brick facade, a covered outdoor seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a wooden staircase.

A reception area with a glass display case, a television mounted on the wall, and a mail slot.

A green golf cart parked in front of a brick building with a sign that reads "Golf Cart Rental."

16. Put in Bay Victory Station Hotel

9.7 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Roger

฿3,596

฿4,051 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with blue tiles and a mural of an underwater scene.

A reception area with a counter, a coffee machine, a TV, and a framed certificate on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a mirror.

A building with a blue awning, an office sign, a trash can, and a window with a view.

17. Rodeway Inn Sandusky North

19.3 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

McDelyn

฿1,577

฿1,794 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a microwave, and two wall-mounted lamps.

A vending machine stocked with various snacks.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and artwork on the walls.

A reception area with a marble counter, a welcome sign, a plant, a computer, and a refrigerator.

18. Cedar Cove

20 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Dana

฿2,397

฿2,726 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean.

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, and a view of the lake.

A spacious balcony with a view of a garden, a large wooden wheel, and a hanging chair.

19. Bayshore Resort at Put-in-Bay

9.2 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Masahiro

฿5,015

฿5,592 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A beachfront property with multiple cabins, a gazebo, and a sandy beach.

A waterfront property with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a dock with boats.

A coastal area with a wooden swing, a grassy area, a rocky breakwater, and boats docked at a pier.

A pirate-themed play area with a ship structure, a lifebuoy, and a small pool.

20. South Beach Resort Hotel

13.7 km from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Kurt

฿5,138

฿7,080 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Kelleys Island Venture Resort	8.6 Excellent 82 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Port Clinton Catawba Island	9.2 Wonderful 124 reviews	View
The Wave at Marblehead	9.2 Wonderful 390 reviews	View
Sleep Inn & Suites Port Clinton	8.6 Excellent 1,011 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG	8.4 Very good 1,005 reviews	View

Top North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Islander Inn

8/10 Good

"Great stay.Will visit again!"

Kelleys Island Venture Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Thus place used to be so perfectly maintained. The outside was full of webs and dried up bugs and dirty outside. The floors on the inside needs cleaned. It was such a beautiful place. Hopefully they will hire people to clean it up."

Put-In-Bay Resort and Conference Center

8/10 Good

"They have cooking equipment and kitchen so don’t forget to bring some food to cook."

Other attractions near North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Glacial Grooves State Monument

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Glacial Grooves State Monument during your travels in Kelleys Island. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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Kelleys Island State Park Public Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kelleys Island State Park Public Beach during your trip to Kelleys Island? Wander the parks or discover the area's glaciers.

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North Pond State Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit North Pond State Nature Preserve during your travels to Kelleys Island. Wander the parks or discover the area's glaciers.

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North Pond Barrier Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at North Pond Barrier Beach during your trip to Kelleys Island? Wander the parks or discover the area's glaciers.

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Kelleys Island Library

Kelleys Island Library is just one of the places to see in Kelleys Island, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the parks or discover the area's glaciers.

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Kelleys Island Historical Association Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Kelleys Island Historical Association Museum in Kelleys Island. Wander the parks or discover the area's glaciers.

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Scheele Preserve

You can take time to visit Scheele Preserve during your travels to Kelleys Island. Wander the parks or discover the area's glaciers.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve?

North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve is located in Kelleys Island. You'll find 96 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve?

Kelleys Island Venture Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and 1 hot tub. It's located 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve?

Expedia has 96 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve.

What can I see and do near North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve?

Lounge by the water at Kelleys Island State Park Public Beach and North Pond Barrier Beach. Glacial Grooves State Monument, Scheele Preserve and Quinn Preserve are beautiful places to appreciate nature. You might plan a visit to North Pond State Nature Preserve or Seaway Marina while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve hotels

1. Kelleys Island Venture Resort

2. Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Port Clinton Catawba Island

3. The Wave at Marblehead

4. Sleep Inn & Suites Port Clinton

5. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Port Clinton-Catawba Island by IHG

6. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Port Clinton, OH

7. Hotel Kilbourne Downtown Sandusky

8. Cedar Stables Inn and Suites

9. The Fountain Inn

10. Super 8 by Wyndham Sandusky

11. The Washington Boutique Hotel

12. Harbour Square Suites

13. Avalon Inn

14. Put-In-Bay Resort and Conference Center

15. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sandusky by IHG

16. Put in Bay Victory Station Hotel

17. Rodeway Inn Sandusky North

18. Cedar Cove

19. Bayshore Resort at Put-in-Bay

20. South Beach Resort Hotel

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Top North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Islander Inn

Kelleys Island Venture Resort

Put-In-Bay Resort and Conference Center

Other attractions near North Shore Alvar Nature Preserve

Glacial Grooves State Monument

Kelleys Island State Park Public Beach

North Pond State Nature Preserve

North Pond Barrier Beach

Kelleys Island Library

Kelleys Island Historical Association Museum

Scheele Preserve

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