State Park Lodges located in the central and northern regions of the state are offering families two ways to save money for spring season travel. Kids 12 and under stay and eat free and children with A’s on their report cards earn $10 discounts off room rates for each top grade.
“With an array of indoor and outdoor activities, Ohio State Park Lodges have always been fun, and with these special seasonal deals, they are more affordable than ever,” said Hinch Knece, marketing manager for Ohio State Park Lodges. “This time of year, cabin fever is starting to set in, and the anticipation of a spring getaway can do wonders to lift the spirits. And by saving parents money on food and rooms, we’re giving families more dollars for fun things like souvenirs and geocaching.”
Lodges are close to cities throughout Ohio, so families can spend less time in the car and more time having fun.
- Salt Fork State Park Lodge is 12 miles from Cambridge near the I-70/I-77 interchange.
- Mohican State Park Lodge is east of I-71 approximately 75 miles from both Columbus and Akron.
- Punderson Manor State Park Lodge is 35 miles east of Cleveland and north of US-422.
- Maumee Bay State Park Lodge is 12 miles east of Toledo and north of the Ohio Turnpike (I-80).
- Deer Creek State Park Lodge is 35 miles south of Columbus and east of I-71.
Ways for families to save include:
Stay and Eat Free
Through May 30, 2014 children ages 12 and under not only stay free but they can also eat three squares a day for free when dining in lodge restaurants with their parents. All lodge restaurants have kid-friendly menus, including plenty of healthy options.
To book the Kids Stay & Eat Free promotion online, use the promotional code FAMILY
Blackout dates and other restrictions apply.
Discounts for A’s
The popular “Stays 4 A’s” program at five lodges in the central and northern parts of the state allows children to turn each A into a discount on the price of a lodge room or cottage. Each A is worth a discount of $10 off the published rate per room per night, up to five A’s or $50. One report card per room may be applied for the discount, and families must present the original report card upon check-in.
Blackout periods for the Stays 4 A’s program apply, and the offer is based on availability.
Travelers should use the promotional code STAY4A online to make reservations.
Other restrictions apply.
Plenty of lodging options
Ohio State Park Lodges offer a wide range of room choices to accommodate all kinds of groups ranging from cottages with kitchens, living areas, and bedrooms with a variety of sleeping configurations to guest rooms with lofts, bunks, and king and queen beds.
Salt Fork State Park Lodge, for example, features bunk rooms with two double beds and a set of bunk beds. Deer Creek State Park Lodge features loft rooms with two queen beds downstairs and two sets of bunk beds in a loft above the main guest room. And Maumee Bay State Park Lodge features eight four-bedroom cottages that can accommodate up to 11 guests. Lodges also offer a limited number of pet-friendly rooms and cottages.
For families needing additional beds, rollaways are available for rent for $12 per night.
Plenty to do in the spring
There are plenty of activities both inside and out. All five lodges have indoor pools, and Maumee Bay State Park Lodge even has a special kids splash area. The lodges also feature old-fashioned game rooms, and all have a collection of board games and DVD movies for families to borrow. For families looking to get outside, there are plenty of outdoor adventures like hiking and geocaching. For a complete list of recreational offerings visit the website.
Travelers can also follow Ohio State Park Lodges on Facebook.
