Ever wanted to make a weekend getaway without leaving the state? Here is a list of fun vacation spots that differ from your typical hotel chain or resort. Whether it’s spending the night in a tree house, an art museum, or even a caboose, all of these places offer you the perfect vacation amenities to make your desired escape.
Ever wanted to make a weekend getaway without leaving the state? Here is a list of fun vacation spots that differ from your typical hotel chain or resort. Whether it’s spending the night in a tree house, an art museum, or even a caboose, all of these places offer you the perfect vacation amenities to make your desired escape.
Inn and Spa at Cedar Falls
21190 OH-374, Logan
There are so many lodging options at Cedar Falls to satisfy your needs of a serene escape. Stay overnight in a pacific style yurt or a cozy cottage. No matter what, expect quite the glamping experience.
Photo via Youngblood16c/Instagram21C Museum Hotel Cincinnati
609 Walnut St., Cincinnati
Situated in the heart of downtown Cincinnati, this entire hotel is designed and reimagined as an art museum. The hotel features over 8,000 square feet of contemporary art exhibits. The art museum is free and open to the public, with guided tours twice a week.
Photo via Sandrafreyler/InstagramHocking Hills Cabin Right by Ash Cave
OH-263 and 23, Creola, OH
Vacation overnight in a cabin located among 80 acres of farmland at this destination. With close proximity to the exquisite Ash Cave and the rest of Hocking Hills State Park. There is absolutely nothing surrounding you, making it the perfect getaway for those who just want plain peace and quiet.
Photo via Mppeecook/Instagram1926 B&O Caboose
24180 St. Rt. 93, Creola
A unique place to bring the family, the caboose has been restored into a lodging featuring twin beds, a charcoal grill, a kitchenette, and spaces for sleeping bags. Staying the night in a caboose is an experience you’ll be pressed to find elsewhere.
Photo via Fiddlestix VillageGreat Stone Castle Resorts
429 N Ohio Ave., Sidney
This resort is on the National Register of Historic Places, making it an iconic Ohio destination for the last 10 years. The building is constructed right out of Bedford, Indiana, limestone. The resort offers bed and breakfast rooms, a private lodge, a lake and a spa with hydrotherapy.
Photo via Irish_voyager/InstagramThe Wilds
4000 International Rd., Cumberland
Stay overnight in a safari park surrounded by animals. Guests have the option to vacation in a private yurt (21 plus only) or in the lodge. With breathtaking views, the park also offers ziplining, horseback riding, and fishing, in addition to its open range zoo.
Photo via Bridgettescaggs/Instagram1830 Hallauer House Bed & Breakfast
14945 Hallauer Rd, Oberlin
This Civil War-themed hotel may have been a common stop for slaves as they traveled through Oberlin along the Underground Railroad. The place holds many different historical clues, such a room with a hidden opening that may have been used to pass food along or communicate.
Photo viaVisitloraincounty/InstagramHyatt Regency Cleveland at the Arcade
420 Superior Ave. East, Cleveland
If you want to immerse yourself in an overnight downtown experience in one of America’s oldest indoor shopping malls, the Hyatt Regency, located right in The Arcade, is the place to stay. Not only does the hotel feature historic architecture, making it stand out from other Cleveland hotels, but it is walking distance from some of Cleveland’s greatest attractions, including East 4th Street and the Quicken Loans Arena.
Photo via Meghanaf/InstagramIsland House Hotel
102 N Madison St., Port Clinton
One of the most historic hotels in the state, Island House Hotel is located right by the shores of Lake Erie, and is not that far from Ohio favorites, such as Cedar Point and Put N’ Bay. For those who are planning to stay for a longer duration, the hotel offers various extended stay suites with full size kitchens.
Photo via Patrickshepherd/InstagramKD Guest Ranch
9280 Young America Rd., Adamsville
Plan your getaway at a dude ranch. Guests can participate in two horseback riding activities each day on trails that gallivant through 800 acres. When arriving at KD Guest Ranch, you will be taught how to train, groom, and saddle the horses. It is an ultimate country experience.
Photo via Racheltuck04/InstagramLandoll’s Mohican Castle
561 Township Rd. 3352, Loudonville
With a location equidistant between Cleveland and Columbus, Landoll’s Mohican Castle offers a unique lodging experience. The medieval architecture, daily castle tours, and haunted history tours teach guests about the stored value in the castle.
Photo via Scene ArchivesOld Martin Country Store
24180 St. Rt. 93, Creola
The Old Martin Country Store, built in 1920, used to provide local residents and travelers with food, gas and groceries. It is now restored, and features all of the basic amenities of a house, while still maintaining the vintage charm of the original building.
Photo via Fiddlestix VillageRavenwood Castle
65666 Bethel Rd, New Plymouth
Get a true medieval experience at the Ravenwood Castle. With its charming characteristics and remote location, get ready to feel as though you are living in the middle ages. The resort’s rustic architecture and proximity to many hiking destinations will make this spot an especially unique night stay.
Photo via Scene ArchivesThe Golden Lamb
27 S Broadway St., Lebanon
Not only is The Golden Lamb the oldest hotel in Ohio, but it’s the state’s longest continuous business, operating since 1803. This charmingly quaint hotel is also thought to be haunted, with the ghosts of Sarah Stubbs, Eliza Gray and Charles R. Sherman roaming the halls.
Photo via The Golden LambThe Barn Inn and Restaurant
6838 Co. Rd. 203, Millersburg
Located in the heart of Amish Country, the Barn offers classic country style lodging and dining, with daily breakfasts every morning made from scratch and guest rooms filled with a natural ambiance.
Photo via Ellensueschwartz/InstagramGervasi Vineyard
1700 55th St. NE, Canton
Find the Napa Valley experience right here in Ohio at Gervasi Vineyard. The historic, boutique architecture of the lodge, as well as the plethora of surrounding gardens makes for a perfect romantic experience.
Photo via Jacquelineripploh/InstagramThe Old Vermilion Jailhouse Bed and Breakfast
691 Grand St., Vermilion
You’re under arrest … kidding! At this place, your hotel room is styled just like a jail cell, while still holding the amenities of an upscale hotel. If you are planning on proposing to the love of your life here, the hotel will even provide a room with your desired backdrop for the big moment.
Photo via Defensesoap/InstagramThe Mohicans
23164 Vess Rd., Glenmont
Ever wanted to spend the night in a treehouse? The Mohicans offer six treehouses for people to stay in: The Little Red Treehouse, the Old Pine Treehouse, the White Oak Treehouse, the Moonlight Treehouse, Tin Shed Treehouse and the Nest Treehouse. There are also four different cabins to from which to rent.
Photo via Scene ArchivesMaumee State Park Lodge and Conference Center
1750 State Park Rd. #2, Oregon
Camp out in a state park without having to go through the struggles of camping. Immerse yourself in the ultimate nature experience of hiking, fishing, biking, boating, birding and swimming while still sleeping indoors.
Photo via Lrolfephotography/InstagramSalt Creek Retreats
17549 Crawford Rd., Laurelville
Find your pure bliss in nature by staying in a yurt in the middle of the woods at the Salt Creek Retreats, located deeply in the Hocking Hills Region. The yurts and cabins are even pet and child friendly, so it is the ideal place to bring the whole family.
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