On the shores of Lake Erie, Pete's Lakefront Motel offers a relaxing retreat with free WiFi in public areas. Unwind by the seasonal pool or take a leisurely stroll along the lake shore. Guests appreciate the convenience of beach towels and smoke-free premises.
Cleveland, OH (CGF-Cuyahoga County) - 49 min drive
Cleveland, OH (BKL-Burke Lakefront) - 60 min drive
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) - 70 min drive
Restaurants
Sportsterz Bar And Grille - 7 min walk
Bb's Corner Carry Out - 10 min drive
Eddie's Grill - 6 min walk
The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake - 4 min drive
The Boot Saloon - 7 min drive
About this property
Pete's Lakefront Motel
Pete's Lakefront Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Lake Erie.
At a glance
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Hotel size
16 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free offsite parking within 20 ft
Street parking available
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
On a private beach
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Fishing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Beach towels
Facilities
Seasonal outdoor pool
Accessibility
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Heated floors
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Toilet paper
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
The seasonal pool is open from May 23 to September 23
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Frequently asked questions
Does Pete's Lakefront Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Pete's Lakefront Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Pete's Lakefront Motel?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Pete's Lakefront Motel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Pete's Lakefront Motel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pete's Lakefront Motel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Pete's Lakefront Motel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Enjoy amenities like a private beach, a seasonal outdoor pool, and access to a nearby outdoor pool.
What's the area around Pete's Lakefront Motel like?
Pete's Lakefront Motel is located on the Geneva-on-the-Lake Strip, a short 1-minute walk from Lake Erie and 10 minutes' walk from Old Firehouse Winery.
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Pete's Lakefront Motel Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.0/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
We go there every year for the last 10 years. It has always been really nice the view of the beach the pool included but they don’t have microwaves only down fall
Josette
Josette, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 31, 2025
I actually stayed someplace else. The description of the property and the room were very different in reality. To arrive at a hotel with a For Sale sign up is a very bad sign.
Jean
Jean, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 24, 2025
It was okay. Just manage expectations.
Eh. Kind of a trashy motel vibe, but it was clean. Don’t get too excited about the beach. It’s really underwhelming. If you don’t mind company, you can enjoy the waves from the porch. Right on the strip, so good if you like nightlife.
Lindsay
Lindsay, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2025
It was a great place to stay, right on the lake. Very friendly staff member that checked us in, he even carried our bags for us! The only thing that would have made it better was if there was a pool on the property, But I would definitely stay there again!!
Lili
Lili, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 15, 2025
Parking was awful. Access to room was dangerous as steps were uneven and steep.
Linda
Linda, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 3, 2025
Needs renovation of Hot Water Heater/Air Condioner
Air conditioning unit was noisy and kept me up all night. Took a shower anf there was little to no hot water. Tepid at best!
Gloria
Gloria, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 27, 2025
Our stay was really good except for the parking. Not enough parking and people taking up two spots
Carla
Carla, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 27, 2025
Could be really nice
So it’s a pretty nice view and deck the room was super clean. But the beach area and patio were dirty. Put a broom in the room for ppl since there’s a beach out front and clean up the beach are this would not take long it would be free to do and would make big improvement and get hot water for crying out loud
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
We had a cute room that faced Lake Erie.
Sharon
Sharon, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Good view
Gerald
Gerald, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 14, 2025
Two day stay
Small but clean rooms. Some insects. Bottom of the door looked like it had a tiny open, unsealed area so that could be why. Need more outlets to plug devices in. Two day stay, it worked for us. Would stay here again.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2025
Wonderful view of Lake Erie.
The toilet pump stopped working each night which also stopped the air conditioner. Will say owners responded quickly to rectify the situation.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 18, 2025
Never encountered an employee. Lobby closed at 5 in afternoon. Used key pad for entry into room. Room clean. About what I expected: very basic room at a good price. View of Lake Erie from room made me happy! The deck out back provided an exceptional view!!
Martha
Martha, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 30, 2025
Don’t book here
The motel is no frills and I wasn’t expecting much but this place needs TLC and while yiu have an older motel there’s no reason for it not to be clean. As soon as we walked in there’s a huge spider we with bugs in it by the door. There were bugs in the shower as well. There’s a window with no covering in it that everyone walks by and an outside light so my husband used 2 hangers and pillow shams to cover it for privacy and to block the light. It is right on the water but not pretty due to trash. I will not stay here again the price was too high for what you get.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Unbeatable Lake Views
This place is great! We had a room by the lake. Our room in particular had a kind of hall to get into the room and unfortunately the AC was in the hall so it was very hot in our room. We did have to buy a fan to sleep comfortably. Had no problems with the keypad entry. Is there actually a pool here, because we did not see it. The weather wasn't great, so we wouldn't have been able to use it anyways. Walk to bars and the strip. Tiny little beach available and limited parking. Bed was a little soft for my liking and the room could have probably used a coat of paint. Long story short, we would definitely stay here again.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 31, 2025
Had comfortable bed and with the sounds of the waves splashing, had great nights rest. Drawbacks are limited parking and steps.
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 15, 2025
Clean rooms
The check in was kind of a mess as we never got the text with the code when booking. Had to call the emergency number twice to get anyone. Other than that very clean. Quiet. Would love to book again
Heather
Heather, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 26, 2025
Didnt know its already off season
The hotel itself is small and cozy, the room was very small, but ok. Floors was nice hardwood, walls needed touched up with paint but ok. The bed was a full sz very small full sz almost like a twin my husband's feet hung off the end. And it was very uncomfortable. The bathroom wasnt cleaned and only two windows one in bedroom and small one in bathroom. I thought i booked the one with the balcony but got a window side view of the lake.
Was excited about attractions but needless to say its off season, hardly nothing open so for anyone wanting to go dont go in August because we were told everything closed since school is back in and all the business help/workers went back to school.
Great views of the lake and wineries, covered bridges.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 9, 2025
Property is nice. Room was clean. Easy walk to the strip. Front desk employee was friendly and helpful. Only negative was the shower was either hot or cold. There was no warm.
Doris
Doris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
My expectations weren’t high but the should have been. This place was updated, clean, and the bed was comfortable
Stephanie
Stephanie, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 4, 2025
Sucks
Zero handicap parking. Staff were completely unresponsive. Could not use pool as there is no pool on site. It’s at their ‘sister location’ .4 miles down the street. Super ableist. No one answers the phone. It would be whatever if it was $80/ night, but it’s not. It’s loud, across the street from a loud bar. Parking spaces are too small. You couldn’t pay me to stay again. Pics are completely deceptive. It’s not on the water as it appears.
Jeanine
Jeanine, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Jun 2, 2025
Property was run down hard to find entry, refused to stay, owner to refund money
Jerry or Nancy
Jerry or Nancy, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 13, 2025
Scalding hot water
Scalding hot water in the shower ruined the experience as 4 of u were unable to shower. I have yet to receive a promised $100 refund for the experience. I talk to the housekeeper. That’s who calls me back. Bless her but where is management?
Regina
Regina, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 8, 2025
An ok place to stay in GOTL
It was ok. The walls must be thin because you hear everything. There were bikers stopping in there that didn't even stay there and the bikes were loud. Parking is very limited. We had to park on the road.
It's located in a great spot and the lake is literally behind the motel which makes for nice lake view. I'm kinda mixed on this review...it's not terrible but for the money???
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2024
Amazing location, highly recommended we will be back forsure !