A sprawling city on the shores of Lake Erie, Cleveland combines its gritty industrial roots with a cool, modern vibe, striking architecture and trendy shopping. The Ohio city’s lakeside location makes it wonderful for outdoorsy travellers, too. Accommodation options range from charming historic inns to ultra-luxurious hotels, fit for a whole host of tastes and budgets. The best places to stay in Cleveland are close to the downtown area, or in the lively University Circle.
Marvellous museums abound in Cleveland, with the Great Lakes Science Centre and the Steamship William G Mather Museum perched close to Lake Erie, as well as the I.M. Pei-designed Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, where gems include Jimi Hendrix's Stratocaster and Keith Moon's platform shoes. Head towards University Circle for the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Museum of Contemporary Art and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. The cultural gardens at Rockefeller Park & Greenhouse are gorgeous. If you’re in town as a family, try the Cedar Point Amusement Park and the Cleveland Aquarium on the River Cuyahoga.
Active travellers can enjoy sailing, kayaking, fishing and boat trips on enormous Lake Erie, whilst more laid-back visitors might simply sunbathe on lovely lakeside beaches in the summer months. The Cuyahoga National Park is brilliant for hiking and biking — there are also routes through the city.
Come evening, catch the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra in concert at Severance Hall, see theatre, opera and ballet at Playhouse Square, or feast at one of the city's many buzzing bars and eateries. A great Ohio city for a weekend break, Cleveland is becoming increasingly popular with visitors from the US and further afield. Book a room at one of the best places to stay in Cleveland to get in on the action!