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    Explorer Rest And Recreation

    4.3 (8 reviews)

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    Mystery stain on sheets

    Booked for proximity to Cedar Point, stayed because it was prepaid. Just wanted something clean and safe for the holiday weekend but got neither. Beds were DIY raw wood and creaky. Gum stuck to the bunk ladder, a mysterious red stain on the sheets. The bathroom was tiny and grimy--moldy caulk, a dirty shower, and a sink barely big enough to rinse a toothbrush. The check-in process was confusing with calls and texts required but the rep was friendly and helpful. However, no onsite management made us feel like we were on our own for the stay. While the room had keyless entry, the lack of a deadbolt on the door made it hard to feel secure. Our concern grew on night two, when a random drunk guy loitered outside our room from midnight to daybreak, loudly chatting up the traveler next door. We politely asked them to keep it down--no luck. The paper-thin walls ensured we heard the entire interaction, which, thankfully, was only talk. The passing freight trains--frequently mentioned in other reviews--became welcome distractions to drown out the late-night nonsense. Consider other options in the area.

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    Cedar Point - Grand Pavilion upstairs dining area

    Cedar Point

    (1.6k reviews)

    I want to give it more than 5 stars. Even though it was a bit rainy for 1 hour thatbis not the…read moreparks fault.gatekeeper has a beautiful view at night. Over all I had an amazing experience!!

    Yesterday, I had the chance to spend the day at Cedar Point with my son and my two grandchildren,…read moreand we had an absolutely wonderful time making family memories! My son and grandchildren have season passes, and we were lucky enough to use a guest pass. They also have the dining plan and unlimited drinks, which you can get every 15 minutes--definitely a nice perk on a day at the park! The grandkids had a blast exploring the rides in Camp Snoopy and Planet Snoopy. Since it was the first day of school in Sandusky, the park was only slightly busy, which made the day even better. We were able to enjoy the park without dealing with huge crowds and long waits. We stopped for lunch at A Place, which has a variety of food options. I went with the chicken tenders and chose waffle fries as my side. The chicken tenders were delicious! But my favorite memory of the day had to be riding the Churchill Downs Racing Horses--the carousel that spins incredibly fast! It was a lot of fun and definitely one of those rides that makes you feel like a kid again. Overall, it was a fantastic day at Cedar Point. The rides, the food, and especially spending time with my son and grandchildren made it a day I won't forget. Sometimes the best part of an amusement park isn't the rides--it's the memories you make with the people you love

    Kalahari - Window view

    Kalahari

    (709 reviews)

    I rarely leave reviews, but what happened at Kalahari Resorts in Sandusky, Ohio, on July 15, 2026,…read morewas so deceptive that I feel obligated to warn other parents. First, let me be clear: my children and my brother's children--seven children altogether--and I had an amazing time. The water park, accommodations, food, and attractions were fantastic. This review is not about the quality of the resort. It is about what I believe is a deceptive practice that targets families. I booked a one-night, two-day stay with early check-in, late check-out, and purchased the Ultimate Package. When we entered our room, there were numerous snacks and treats displayed alongside the items included with the Ultimate Package. To a parent walking into a room with excited children, everything appeared to be part of the package or a complimentary welcome gift. Only after we had already enjoyed our stay did I receive an email informing me that I had been charged $303.18 for those snacks. I immediately went to the front desk while I was still at the resort and spoke with a manager. His response was, "I understand, but I can only cut the bill in half." That response completely missed the point. The issue is not whether I should pay $303 or $150. The issue is that the snacks were presented in a way that reasonably led guests to believe they were included or complimentary. The manager claimed there was a note somewhere indicating the snacks were not included. If there was, it certainly was not obvious enough to prevent this misunderstanding. If you are going to charge hundreds of dollars for snacks, every single item should have a clear, unmistakable label stating that it is NOT INCLUDED and that consuming it will result in additional charges. Hiding a small disclaimer while placing the snacks next to the package items is misleading. As parents, we save for months to give our children a memorable vacation. We budget carefully for the room, the attraction passes, the meals, and the extras we intentionally choose. What we should not have to budget for is a surprise $303 snack bill because children naturally assumed the snacks left in the room were part of what had already been purchased. Frankly, I don't care if Kalahari refunds every dollar. My purpose in writing this review is to pressure Kalahari's management to stop this practice. If enough parents speak up, perhaps they will redesign how these items are presented instead of relying on confusion to generate additional revenue. To every parent considering a stay at Kalahari Sandusky: be extremely careful. Before your children touch anything left in the room, ask exactly what is included and what is not. Better yet, tell your children not to eat anything that has been placed in the room until you have verified that it is free. Kalahari has built a wonderful destination for families. It should be known for creating lasting memories--not for leaving parents with unexpected charges that sour an otherwise wonderful vacation. Until this practice changes, I cannot recommend Kalahari to other families without this warning.

    So much fun the food was great the slides are fun and are room was perfect if your looking for a…read morefun Waterpark this is the one but it is a bit expensive other than that its great

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