Incorporated as a village in 1853, Shelby quickly grew and by 1921 was charted with city status, according to its website. Located in north central Ohio, Shelby is about 12 miles northwest of Mansfield and 10 miles from State Route 30. It's home to the Shelby Community Airport, the Shelby Museum of History, five city parks, and numerous local businesses, including restaurants and shops. Visitors to Shelby can choose from several hotels in the area to serve their accommodation needs.
While Shelby is home to only one hotel, the Relax Inn, visitors can find other options within several miles. The Relax Inn is located right off Mansfield Avenue/State Route 39 on the southwest edge of town. Other hotels can be found south of Shelby off State Route 30 in Ontario, Mansfield and Galion. All the hotels in the Shelby area provide easy access to State Route 30, a four-lane restricted highway that runs through northern Ohio.
A variety of different types of hotels can be found near Shelby, from locally owned properties like the Relax Inn to franchise hotels such as the Hampton Inn Mansfield/Ontario. Along with traditional hotels, other types of hotels include bed and breakfasts like the Rose of Sherron Bed and Breakfast in Galion and motels like the Rainbow Motel in Galion. The hotels in the Shelby area provide travelers with a wide variety of price ranges, from budget-friendly no-frills accommodations to full-amenity establishments.
The hotels in the Shelby area each offer typical hotel amenities, from continental breakfasts to swimming pools to in-room microwaves and refrigerators. Some hotels go above and beyond and offer special amenities, such as the free snacks, bottled water and beverages offered at the Rose of Sherron Bed and Breakfast and the complimentary fresh-baked cookies available all day at the Country Inn and Suites. Visitors traveling with pets can stay at the Hometown Inn Galion, which allows pets to stay for free.
The Shelby area offers a wide variety of activities. Known as the Carousel Capital of the World, Mansfield guests can check out Carousel Magic to view carousels being built and tour the Carousel District, comprised of historic homes and an authentic antique carousel. During the winter, visitors can drive the short distance to Snow Trails Ski Resort for downhill and cross-country skiing. Several golf courses can be found in the area and guests at the Rose of Sherron Bed and Breakfast receive golf club privileges while staying there.
