The Wave at Marblehead

3.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Lake Erie

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The Wave at Marblehead sits just moments from Lake Erie's shores, offering a genuine retreat from everyday life. Guests connect easily with in-room WiFi while the express check-in process means more time to enjoy the lakeside location.
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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

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  • 24/7 front desk

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
In-room safe
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
614 E Main St, Marblehead, OH, 43440

What's nearby

  • Lakeside Daisy State Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Marblehead Lighthouse State Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marblehead Lighthouse - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Keeper’s House - 4 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Cedar Point - 41 min drive - 28.6 miles

Getting around

  • Sandusky Station - 27 min drive
  • Toledo Express Airport (TOL) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BackBeatQue - BBQ Smokehouse - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Happy Friar - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪TGI Fridays - ‬41 min drive
  • ‪Miss Keat’s Smokehouse - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Red's Lakehouse - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Wave at Marblehead

Hotel near Lake Erie
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a firepit, and an outdoor entertainment area at The Wave at Marblehead. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as 2 bars and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-in, and an outdoor pickleball court
  • An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 66 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • 24-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend cooked-to-order breakfast available 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 5 to 35 for adults and USD 5 to 35 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Bicycle tours
  • Outdoor pickleball court
  • Private wine tours
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Stereo
  • Table tennis
  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 12 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 24-inch smart TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night
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: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room safe
  • Pool access

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 35 for adults, and USD 5 to 35 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night

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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May 22 to September 30
24-hour pool access

Property is also known as

The Wave at Marblehead Hotel
The Wave at Marblehead Marblehead
The Wave at Marblehead Hotel Marblehead

Frequently asked questions

Does The Wave at Marblehead have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

How much does it cost to stay at The Wave at Marblehead?

As of Nov 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Wave at Marblehead on Nov 6, 2025 start from $131.49, 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 The Wave at Marblehead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Wave at Marblehead?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Wave at Marblehead?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Wave at Marblehead?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Wave at Marblehead located?

Situated in Marblehead, this hotel is steps from Lake Erie, Lakeside Daisy State Nature Preserve, and Marblehead Lighthouse State Park. Marblehead Lighthouse and The Keeper’s House are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

The Wave at Marblehead Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 161 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 161 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 161 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 161 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 161 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice dining and bar area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming — they truly made me feel seen and valued throughout my stay. The entire property was spotless and beautifully updated, with stunning amenities that added to the overall experience. I highly recommend this resort for anyone looking for comfort, care, and a touch of luxury!
Perfect view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property had a great view of the lake. The staff was friendly and very helpful. The pool was great and there were places on the property to just sit and visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Wave was amazing. Perfect hotel for a girl's weekend getaway. Great location. Cocktails by the firepit and lake.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the gym and equipment! Pool was great. The service was EXCELLENT!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patience

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the on site cafe for dinner and breakfast, lakeside view is amazing! Entire staff was very attentive and friendly. Love that you are able to send a text for any room needs! Will def be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

The Wave at Marblehead

Easy to check in late at night, beds are very comfy unlike at some 4-5 star hotels I’ve been at. Breath taking view of the lake as soon as you head to the lobby in the morning. Didn’t try the food but will be sure to next visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property and Taylor and her team make the show extra special. Service was exceptional for lunch dinner or drinks. Thank you for making the weekend so special.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

TERESA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is very comfortable, and nice looking would prefer to have a coffee pot in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great workout room and restaurant. Confusing checkin process and staff seemed indifferent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will definitely be back! We loved it and staff was amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

The staff was absolutely amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was SUPERB! The views are beautiful. Everything was clean and comfortable. Can not wait to visit in the summer :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the nicest property I have ever stayed at…and I stay in a LOT of hotels. Everything was absolutely perfect. I highly recommend checking The Wave out and I will absolutely be back. It was stunning! Everyone working there was friendly and extremely helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice place but trying to check in was a nightmare. We booked 3 rooms and only one was self-check in but was then given to another guest. After our experience I will not book another stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was amazing. The only downfall was the parking. With both the restaurant and the hotel being attached, as a guest staying at the hotel, we couldn’t find a place to park because of how busy the restaurant got. We had to drive around for a little bit again before coming back because there were no spots available to get to our rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the wave was great. The place was clean and cozy. The fitness center was fantastic, plenty of room and weights to do what you want. Everyone who worked there, from the front desk to the bar/ restaurant, was so friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service, our room was very clean with a modern atmosphere and had a beautiful lake view. The fitness center was also spotless with brand new equipment. Cant wait to come back in a warmer season!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was amazing. Negatives are amenities: bathroom sink ridiculously small and no other mirror to apply makeup etc., and can’t use toilet seat for space as there’s no lid, no coffeemaker, no guide for TV, 2 drinks at the outdoor bar came to $50 with tip, very nice upscale property. I would expect better
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda S

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The decor of this property was very nice - bright hallways, very clean. Kind of Scandinavian decor. Staff was friendly. It was very convenient to the places we wanted to go and is right across the street from Lake Erie. The downside for us is that we are in our 70s the beds were on low platforms which made it harder to get in and out of the bed, and the mattresses were extremely uncomfortable. The bathroom was beautiful, but had no countertop or shelves to put toiletries on. We did not eat at the facility. They only have brunch on weekends, so we went in town to a place called Latitudes for a very nice breakfast. When we asked where a gas station was, no one seemed to know, which we thought was very strange. We had to travel about 7 miles to find one in Port Clinton.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vansh N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this property, no key cards (perfect). The location was amazing. The staff was extraordinary. The restaurant’s staff and hotel’s staff was very helpful. The food was good. The bar at the resort was excellent, kid friendly place. We brought outside food and sat by the fire pit, the staff actually brought water, napkins. The only problem we had was on day one where right above our room where some kids running around, we told the staff three times to do something about it but nothing happened. The staff member said they are going to tell those guests (1 AM) and finally the noise ended at around 3 AM.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Summer Trip

Beds and carpet in the room felt very damp. There was a big brown stain on the comforter that housekeeping had to have seen. The bath towels also had stains. There were hairs in the shower. The room had a strong smell of fish. We ate at the hotel restaurant. We ordered our food around 7:45 and didnt get it until almost 9pm. We only ordered two salads and chicken fingers. Would not recommend staying here. We left a day early and booked a different hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Caroline

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here 3 nights.This place did not have a very clean room. The bathroom sink had a leak. The beds were horrible, cheap mattresses, like a futon. The POOL, where my kids wanted to swim, was disgustingly dirty, so cloudy it was like mucky pond water. One front desk worker was kind and helpful. The other with dark hair was a rude snob and unprofessional. They were so CHEAP they had gross toilet paper snd gave you NO EXTRA. I literally saw multiple guests having to go get extra toilet paper. Then, they were OUT of clean towels when I went to get more. This place looks better in pictures. Not impressive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025