CLEVELAND (Dec. 16, 2020) – With so many pivots, orders and guidelines this year, feeling a little bit “bah humbug” this holiday season is far from a surprise. Clevelanders have certainly earned some much-needed R&R – unlimited Christmas cookie and Netflix binges included.
With about
two-thirds of Americansi planning to stay at home for the holidays, Destination Cleveland recommends residents consider escaping the hustle and bustle of home with a night or two at a local hotel or inn to rest and recharge.
Family Getaways
Many local hotels are offering holiday packages this year to help residents plan their own Cleveland staycations. Here are some options for the ideal family-friendly getaway:
InterContinental Cleveland
Looking for the perfect family night away from your own couch?
The InterContinental Cleveland has the ideal solution. The hotel’s Holiday Cheer package includes a DIY holiday cookie kit with cookies, icing and sprinkles and a carafe of hot chocolate to wash it all down. Guests can end the night with a complimentary in-room movie.
DoubleTree by Hilton Cleveland Downtown - Lakeside
Calling all Cleveland residents looking to enjoy the holidays without the stress! The
DoubleTree by Hilton Cleveland Downtown-Lakeside is offering an overnight stay for up to four guests, free parking and a $25 gas card!
Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown
Locals can enjoy a few nights away without breaking the bank! With every reservation, guests at the
Drury Plaza Hotel Cleveland Downtown are treated to free hot breakfast as well as the Drury’s signature 5:30 pm Kickback®, a free rotating menu of dinnertime snacks and beverages. Clevelanders can also burn some cookie calories at the hotel’s pool (reservations required to ensure COVID-19 safety protocols)!
Luxury Escapes
For those looking for a little luxurious time away, some of Cleveland’s trendiest hotels offer the perfect solution:
Metropolitan at the 9
Guests are welcome to enjoy the life of luxury this holiday season at
Metropolitan at the 9. Whether it’s just for the night or a whole weekend, locals will feel like home is a lifetime away. With every Friday and Saturday reservation, guests can also enjoy complimentary breakfast or room service up to $30 from
Adega.
The Ritz-Carlton Cleveland
This season, guests at the
Ritz-Carlton Cleveland can be their own travel inspiration. The hotel is offering its Staycation package, which includes an exclusive 20 percent savings on food and beverage, complimentary valet parking and late checkout.
Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center
After long weeks of working remotely, Clevelanders might need a romantic spark once the weekend hits. This holiday season
the Cleveland Marriott Downtown at Key Center is offering the Experience Romance package, which includes accommodations in a luxurious guest room, a bottle of champagne at the Greatroom and breakfast for two at the Greatroom.
City View Retreats
After months of staying close to home in city neighborhoods and the suburbs, locals can soak in the city skyline and dazzling holiday lights with a getaway to any one of these downtown hotels:
The Kimpton Schofield Hotel
Residents can unwind at the
Kimpton Schofield Hotel this holiday season with a one-night stay for two in one of the hotel’s King Executive City View Rooms. Locals can take in the downtown skyline with a complimentary bottle of wine. This offer also makes a great gift!
Hilton Cleveland Downtown
Sweeping views of the waterfront and city center await residents who stay at the
Hilton Cleveland Downtown. With a pool and fitness center on site, locals can exercise their stress away while staying at the Hilton. Hotel guests might even get a glimpse of the holiday lights on Public Square from the comfort of their room.
The Westin Cleveland Downtown
A stay at the
Westin Cleveland Downtown means city views for a steal. With the Weekend Escape package, guests who arrive Friday or Saturday can stay and save up to 50 percent off Sunday night’s room rate.
Charming Hideaways
For those looking for more intimate staycation hideaways, Cleveland’s bed and breakfasts offer a personal touch with each stay:
Clifford House
Locals can experience the charm of the
Clifford House in Ohio City this holiday season. This unique bed and breakfast, built in 1868, offers classic amenities made modern. Guests can also enjoy a homemade breakfast from owner Jim Miner.
J. Palen House
The hosts of the
J. Palen House in Ohio City are welcoming guests for the 2020 holiday season. All J. Palen House rooms and suites offer a private entrance as well as touchless arrival to ensure a safe and relaxing stay. Locals can check out the location’s website for an extended list of packages and specials.
University Circle Bed & Breakfast
Located near Case Western Reserve University, Clevelanders can enjoy the simplicity of the iconic University Circle Bed and Breakfast. For details and reservations, locals can call the hotel directly at (866) 735-5960.
Great Getaways Need Good Food
A good vacation is only complete when paired with good food. Guests can go all in on relaxation by leaving the cooking (and the clean-up!) up to the pros. More than 350 restaurants across the area are part of Destination Cleveland’s CLEAN COMMITTED program, each having pledged to meet or exceed a standardized set of cleanliness practices to help minimize the spread of COVID-19. For a comprehensive list of restaurants to support during their staycation, residents can visit the CLEAN COMMITTED directory
here.
Entertainment Options for Super Staycations
To round out a local getaway, residents can choose from a plethora of safe holiday happenings. Whether looking to get outside or to stream a virtual show from the comfort of their hotel room, options abound:
Downtown Christmas Walking Tour: Downtown visitors can enjoy the lights and historic sights of the Land with a small-group walking tour. Reservations are required.
BYOB Holiday Lights Trolley: Guests can book a private trolley tour to check out the area’s best lighting displays.
Christmas in Cleveland: Downtown Holiday Lights Tour: Guests can book their private group holiday lights tour through Cleveland's best seasonal attractions, lighting displays and holiday landmarks.
Light Up Lakewood: Reimagined (Virtual): LakewoodAlive is recreating Light Up Lakewood, one of the area’s most iconic holiday traditions. This virtual, family-friendly event will feature nine days of Lakewood holiday traditions that premier daily on Facebook and Instagram.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Tree of Hope: Though temporarily closed for the safety of guests and staff, downtown staycationers can stroll over to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for a selfie with the brightly lit 50-foot Tree of Hope on the Rock Hall Plaza. Every time a message of hope is submitted online, the tree’s lights flash.
The Maltz Performing Arts Center: While the Maltz Performing Arts Center cannot host audiences this season, the venue is livestreaming local and regional acts – from folk bands to classical quartets – through the end of the year.
Les Délices: The Cleveland-based quartet is performing a virtual holiday concert this season. Guests can buy their virtual tickets for “Noel, Noel” today!
The Great Lakes Theater Presents: A Christmas Carol: Families can enjoy a bedtime reading of Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol” delivered via Zoom and performed by a member of Great Lakes Theater’s education team – decked out in Dickensian costume. After the reading, little ones will enjoy a surprise virtual visit from Santa. Reservations required.
Joyful: A Karamu Holiday Celebration: Cleveland’s Karamu House, America’s oldest African American production theater, just launched “Joyful: A Karamu Holiday Celebration,” the first production of its 2020-21 mainstage theater season. Locals can enjoy the production, which is available for on-demand purchase, throughout the holiday season.
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[i] Longwoods International Travel Sentiment Study Wave 26 (Dec. 8, 2020)