Romantic hotels in Ohio

Romantic hotels across Ohio, selected on guest score and couples-relevant amenities from every qualifying property in the state.

Statewide
238 qualifying stays

A statewide romantic shortlist covers a lot of ground, so we keep the filter strict: 8.9 or higher on guest score, plus at least two of spa and wellness, a terrace, a restaurant or a bar.

Ohio's qualifying stays sit mostly in Columbus, Cincinnati and Cleveland, with a scattering of Lake Erie and Hocking Hills properties outside the cities.

238 qualifying stays reviewed. 12 made this shortlist.

We start from every hotel, inn, resort, lodge and bed & breakfast in our United States dataset that scores 8.5 or higher on Booking.com with at least 100 guest reviews. For this page we then looked only at properties in Ohio. See how we select hotels.

The shortlist

Ranked by Charming Score, independent properties first. Every figure below comes from our Booking.com data export (August 2026).

9.6 Charming Score Carlisle Inn Walnut Creek, Walnut Creek, OH

Carlisle Inn Walnut Creek

Walnut Creek, OH

9.6 guest rating from 575 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
Spa & wellness
Terrace

Why it made the list575 reviews average out at 9.6 - high enough to clear our Ohio cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities and a terrace. Indicative rates sit in the lower third of the collection.

Best for: Value-conscious travelers

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed.

Indicative rate from $106 per night

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9.6 Charming Score Steele Mansion Inn & Gathering Hub, Painesville, OH

Steele Mansion Inn & Gathering Hub

Painesville, OH

9.7 guest rating from 295 Booking.com reviews

Inn
Independent
4-star
Terrace
Pet friendly

Why it made the listA 9.7 guest rating across 295 reviews is among the strongest Ohio returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent inn, rated 4 stars with a bar and a terrace.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Couples and weekend escapes

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $246 per night

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9.5 Charming Score The Hancock Hotel, Findlay, OH

The Hancock Hotel

Findlay, OH

9.4 guest rating from 483 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
4-star
Spa & wellness
Restaurant

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.4 over 483 reviews, which is what put it on the Ohio shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar.

Best for: Slow, restorative stays - City breaks with dinner on site

Indicative rate from $134 per night

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9.3 Charming Score Inn at Amish Door, Wilmot, OH

Inn at Amish Door

Wilmot, OH

9.4 guest rating from 355 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
4-star
Restaurant
Terrace

Why it made the listA 9.4 guest rating across 355 reviews is among the strongest Ohio returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with an on-site restaurant and a terrace.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Indicative rate from $162 per night

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9.2 Charming Score Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center, Kent, OH

Kent State University Hotel and Conference Center

Kent, OH

8.9 guest rating from 530 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
4-star
Spa & wellness
Restaurant

Why it made the listGuests score it 8.9 over 530 reviews, which is what put it on the Ohio shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 4 stars with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $169 per night

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9.2 Charming Score The Glidden House, Cleveland, OH

The Glidden House

Cleveland, OH

9.1 guest rating from 740 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
Terrace
Bar

Why it made the listIt ranks #6 of the 238 qualifying Ohio properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 3 stars with a bar and a terrace.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed.

Indicative rate from $189 per night

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8.9 Charming Score The Summit Hotel, Cincinnati, OH

The Summit Hotel

Cincinnati, OH

9.0 guest rating from 377 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
Spa & wellness
Restaurant
Terrace

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.0 over 377 reviews, which is what put it on the Ohio shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and no star rating is published for this property.

Indicative rate from $315 per night

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8.9 Charming Score Carlisle Inn, Sugarcreek, OH

Carlisle Inn

Sugarcreek, OH

9.5 guest rating from 113 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
Spa & wellness
Restaurant
Terrace

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.5 over 113 reviews, which is what put it on the Ohio shortlist. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a terrace.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Indicative rate from $134 per night

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8.7 Charming Score The Junto Hotel, Columbus, OH

The Junto Hotel

Columbus, OH

9.2 guest rating from 143 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Independent
Spa & wellness
Restaurant
Terrace

Why it made the listA 9.2 guest rating across 143 reviews is among the strongest Ohio returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as an independent hotel with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar. It sits at the top of the collection on price.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and no star rating is published for this property.

Indicative rate from $281 per night

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9.2 Charming Score Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU, Columbus, OH

Hyatt Place Columbus/OSU

Columbus, OH

9.2 guest rating from 597 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Spa & wellness
Restaurant
Terrace
Pet friendly

Why it made the list597 reviews average out at 9.2 - high enough to clear our Ohio cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar. Indicative rates sit in the lower third of the collection.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $126 per night

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9.2 Charming Score Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown, Columbus, OH

Drury Plaza Hotel Columbus Downtown

Columbus, OH

9.2 guest rating from 792 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Pool
Spa & wellness
Restaurant
Pet friendly

Why it made the listA 9.2 guest rating across 792 reviews is among the strongest Ohio returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with a pool, spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property and our source data does not say whether the pool is indoor or outdoor.

Indicative rate from $153 per night

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9.0 Charming Score Wingate by Wyndham St. Clairsville/Wheeling, Saint Clairsville, OH

Wingate by Wyndham St. Clairsville/Wheeling

Saint Clairsville, OH

9.3 guest rating from 482 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Spa & wellness
Restaurant
Pet friendly

Why it made the list482 reviews average out at 9.3 - high enough to clear our Ohio cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities and an on-site restaurant.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $133 per night

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9.0 Charming Score AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks, Cincinnati, OH

AC Hotel by Marriott Cincinnati at The Banks

Cincinnati, OH

9.2 guest rating from 413 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
4-star
Spa & wellness
Restaurant
Terrace

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.2 over 413 reviews, which is what put it on the Ohio shortlist. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 4 stars with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $192 per night

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8.9 Charming Score Hilton Columbus Downtown, Columbus, OH

Hilton Columbus Downtown

Columbus, OH

9.0 guest rating from 551 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
4-star
Spa & wellness
Restaurant
Pet friendly

Why it made the listGuests score it 9.0 over 551 reviews, which is what put it on the Ohio shortlist. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 4 stars with spa and wellness facilities, an on-site restaurant and a bar.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Slow, restorative stays

Know before you book: Pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $180 per night

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8.9 Charming Score Comfort Suites Hartville-North Canton, Uniontown, OH

Comfort Suites Hartville-North Canton

Uniontown, OH

9.5 guest rating from 248 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Spa & wellness
Terrace
Pet friendly

Why it made the listA 9.5 guest rating across 248 reviews is among the strongest Ohio returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 2 stars with spa and wellness facilities and a terrace. Indicative rates sit in the lower third of the collection.

Best for: Travelers with pets - Value-conscious travelers

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $102 per night

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8.8 Charming Score The Wallhouse Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection, Walnut Creek, OH

The Wallhouse Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection

Walnut Creek, OH

9.1 guest rating from 449 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Spa & wellness
Terrace

Why it made the listIt ranks #4 of the 238 qualifying Ohio properties we scored. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities and a terrace. Indicative rates sit in the lower third of the collection.

Best for: Value-conscious travelers

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed.

Indicative rate from $108 per night

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8.8 Charming Score Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Youngstown North-Warren/Niles by IHG, Warren, OH

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Youngstown North-Warren/Niles by IHG

Warren, OH

9.4 guest rating from 272 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Spa & wellness
Terrace

Why it made the list272 reviews average out at 9.4 - high enough to clear our Ohio cut-off comfortably. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 3 stars with spa and wellness facilities and a terrace.

Best for: Well-rated, no-surprises stays

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed.

Indicative rate from $160 per night

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8.7 Charming Score Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Orrville, Orrville, OH

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Orrville

Orrville, OH

9.1 guest rating from 372 Booking.com reviews

Hotel
Spa & wellness
Pet friendly
Bar

Why it made the listA 9.1 guest rating across 372 reviews is among the strongest Ohio returns in our source data. Booking.com lists it as a hotel, rated 2 stars with spa and wellness facilities and a bar. Indicative rates sit in the lower third of the collection.

Best for: Travelers with pets

Know before you book: No on-site restaurant is listed and pets are allowed, but confirm fees and room limits with the property.

Indicative rate from $124 per night

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Common questions

How many hotels in Ohio made this shortlist?

37 properties cleared our criteria and 12 are shown above, ranked by Charming Score. The highest-scoring is Carlisle Inn Walnut Creek at 9.6, with a 9.6 guest rating from 575 Booking.com reviews.

What do these stays cost?

Indicative nightly rates for the shortlist run from about $106 to $315 in our data export. Rates move with date, season and availability, so the figure on each card is a starting point rather than a quote.

What is the Charming Score?

It is our own 0-10 selection score, not a guest rating. It combines the Booking.com guest score (45%), review volume (20%), property class (10%), amenity fit (10%), independence and property character (10%) and price positioning (5%). The full method is published on the Charming Score page.

Have you stayed at these hotels?

No, and we do not pretend otherwise. Our selections come from guest data, property facts and location, not from first-hand visits. Our editorial policy explains exactly what we do and do not claim.