Where to stay

in Cleveland

No matter what kind of place you're searching for, we'd like to help you find a spot that checks all your boxes. You might start your search in Downtown Cleveland or University Circle, two top neighborhoods in the city.

Travelers to Cleveland enjoy its interesting museums, live music, and lake views. Looking for some retail therapy? A trip to Tower City Center and East 4th Street might be a good place to start. Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame are also a few notable stops. Whether you're hoping to stay right near top attractions or you're interested in a more secluded spot, you'll be sure to find what you're looking for in Cleveland.

Where to Stay for Entertainment

Downtown Cleveland hotels are well located for experiencing a few entertainment-centered neighborhoods at once. Discover the lively Playhouse Square theater district and The Flats, with its boardwalk along the Cuyahoga River. Stay in the Gateway District, evidence of the downtown sector's renewal and home to more than 60 restaurants, as well as Progressive Field. Nicknamed the Hospitality Zone, this area is always offering some form of entertainment, ranging from culinary to comedic.
Terminal Tower which includes railway items and heritage architecture

Downtown Cleveland

Abundant dining options, interesting museums and live music are just a few things travelers love about Downtown Cleveland. Sights like Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Huntington Bank Field are top spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Cleveland area at Tower City-Public Square Station.
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Playhouse Square

Playhouse Square is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cleveland Play House and Allen Theatre.
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Greater Cleveland Aquarium which includes interior views and marine life

The Flats

Well-liked for its restaurants and riverfront, The Flats is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Jacobs Pavilion at Nautica and Cuyahoga River, and jump on the metro at Tower City-Public Square Station to get around the city.
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Gateway District

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Gateway District. A stop by Rocket Arena or Progressive Field might round out your trip.
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Soldiers and Sailors Monument

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Best Neighborhoods for Art & Culture

The cultural hub of Cleveland is University Circle, home to several renowned education institutions and a good place to stay if you love museums. Spend hours in the free Cleveland Museum of Art, the Museum of Natural History, and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Consider a hotel in Collinwood and its up-and-coming Waterloo Arts District. The area hosts popular art walks with interesting local artists' galleries. In Detroit-Shoreway, stay near bustling Gordon Square, where you'll find an array of galleries, cafés, and theaters.
Severance Hall showing an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

University Circle

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in University Circle. Top attractions like Severance Hall and Cleveland Museum of Art are major draws, and you can catch the metro at University Circle Station or Euclid-East 120th Station to see more of the city.
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Top Places to Stay for Dining

If you like food and craft beer, stay in Ohio City, especially its Market District. Pop into the West Side Market for a selection of local treats and try out a fresh, new restaurant every evening. To celebrate a special occasion, stay and dine in Shaker Heights or Larchmere for elegant cuisine. Don't overlook the suburb of Lakewood, a great place for a hotel outside of downtown, with ample choices for quality food and local brews. The revitalized Tremont area is making its mark with dining options, from casual to uber-indulgent.
Greater Cleveland Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

Ohio City

The restaurants and live music make Ohio City worth a stop. Make a stop by West Side Market, and jump on the metro at West 25th-Ohio City Station to get around the area.
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Lakewood

Unique features of Lakewood include the lake views and restaurants. Make a stop by Lakewood Park or Rocky River while you're exploring the area.
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Shaker Heights

Shaker Heights is well-liked for its gardens and lake views. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, St Dominic Catholic Church and Shaker Historical Society and Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Warrensville Station (Green Line) or Courtland Station to get around.
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