Last Updated on June 23, 2025 by Katrina

Photo credit: The Lodge at Geneva on the Lake

Located on the shores of Lake Erie, the Ohio town of Geneva on the Lake offers old-school vacation fun. Think water sports, a walkable “Strip” lined with of restaurants and shops, easy access to Ohio’s wine country, as well as family fun like a zipline park. This Ashtabula County town has few chain hotel options—you’ll mostly find bed and breakfasts and cottage rentals—but it’s not hard to stay near the lake and enjoy user-friendly amenities such as free breakfast and indoor pools. Here are the best hotels near Geneva on the Lake.

The Lodge at Geneva on the Lake (4888 N Broadway; 866-806-8066) Geneva On The Lake

Choose from guest rooms or lakeside cottages at this resort on the southern shore of Lake Erie and next to Geneva State Park. On-site amenities include both indoor and outdoor pools and easy access to Lake Erie Canopy Tours zipline park.  One Google reviewer who stayed in a two-bedroom cottage liked the “beautiful gas fireplace along with an equipped kitchen and nicely decorated bathroom. The view of the Lake was beautiful.” A Tripadvisor user calls it a “next level experience and perfect setting for a weekend getaway. We opted for a wine excursion package, and the view at the Lodge was the icing on the cake. Lots of places to walk, ride bikes, and even make a s’more at the firepit.” >> Book this hotel for less

TownePlace Suites Geneva at SPIRE Academy (5327 Spire Cir.; 440-491-9001) Geneva

About seven miles from the lake in the town of Geneva, this 89-room Marriott branch offers suites equipped with kitchens.  While located on the site of an elite sports training facility, the hotel also has easy access to the area’s covered bridges and state parks. “Nice new hotel and 10 minutes from Geneva on the Lake,” writes a Google reviewer. “Huge rooms with kitchen.” A Tripadvisor user writes that “the fitness center is one of the best I’ve experienced in a hotel. And breakfast was very good—real biscuits n’ gravy too.” >> Book this hotel for less

Hampton Inn Ashtabula (2900 Gh Dr.; 440-275-2000) Austinburg

Enjoy a free hot breakfast and indoor pool at this Hampton Inn branch that’s a short drive from Geneva on the Lake. “Closer to wineries than Geneva on the Lake,” notes a Tripadvisor user, but “went for a quick walk by Lake Erie the second day. Nearby Madison is a very well-kept older town with a great restaurant with microbrews.” Also about 15 minutes away is Ashtabula’s Bridge Street with its lift bridge and colorful shops and eateries. “Excellent quiet room with a good location—no noise even though it’s right next to the interstate,” writes a Google reviewer. “Nice breakfast or go to Waffle House next door. Plus front desk cookies!” >> Book this hotel for less

Riverbend Hotel and Suites, Trademark Collection by Wyndham (533 Goodwill Dr.; 440-553-8500) Ashtabula

This 43-room Wyndham is within walking distance of Lake Erie and nine miles from Geneva on the Lake, and has both a free breakfast and rooftop bar. A Google reviewer calls it “a pleasant surprise. We had a king room with a balcony and it was huge! Also the town, which is half a block walk, was adorable and had plenty of dining options.” A Tripadvisor user writes that “décor and vibe were very cool. The free breakfast was great and the gentleman who ran it explained all of the area’s history and things to do.” >> Book this hotel for less

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Madison (181 Water Tower Dr.; 440-307-4449) Madison

A Tripadvisor user writes that this Holiday Inn Express location, about 10 miles from Geneva on the Lake, is “over and above the standard. The place was spotless, the room quiet and pleasant. Complimentary happy hour at 5 p.m.” The hotel also has an indoor pool and a big outdoor patio with firepits. “This hotel is a gem,” writes a Google reviewer. “The hot breakfast was one of the best we have ever experienced as part of a hotel stay.” >> Book this hotel for less

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