Lima sits in the northwestern corner of Ohio, and tourists visit Lima during the summer months for fishing and boating activities at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park, less than an hour away. The history of Lima dates back to a 19th century oil discovery in the area, and the town features buildings, including the Allen County Courthouse and Neal Clothing, on the National Register of Historic Places. Lima's hotels are conveniently found within 20 minutes of these sites.
The Courtyard hotel in eastern Lima is right off Interstate 75, making it only a 45-minute drive to Grand Lake St. Mary's National Park. This recreation area includes a 13,500-acre lake for fishing and boating activities, sandy beaches for swimming, and picnicking areas with barbecue grills. Pets are allowed to roam the park as well. The hotel is within five minutes of restaurants on Roschman Avenue, and retail stores at East Gate Shopping Center on Bellefontaine Road. During the late summer, hotel guests are only a five-minute drive to the Allen County State Fair, hosted at the Allen County Fairgrounds. This annual event provides live music and dining opportunities. The hotel also offers on-site dining at the Courtyard Bistro, which serves breakfast and dinner every day of the week. Discounts of up to 10 percent are available for AAA members, military personnel and senior citizens, as of fall 2010.
Courtyard Lima
936 Greely Chapel Road
Lima, Ohio 45084
419-222-9000
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Situated in downtown Lima, the Wingate hotel is within walking distance of the Lima Civic Center, which hosts live music concerts and conferences throughout the year. Business travelers attending an event at the Civic Center enjoy access to Wingate's guest rooms, which feature separate bedroom and work areas. The hotel also lies within five minutes of historic Lima attractions, including the Allen County Courthouse and Neal Clothing Building on Lima's Central Square. This two-story, brick building, built in the late 19th century, represents one of the oldest buildings in the city. The hotel is also a five-minute drive from the Encore Theater, which produces live theatrical productions, beginning the 1950s. Downtown Lima restaurants, including the local favorite, Kewpee Hamburgers, sit within walking distance of the hotel. This nostalgic diner was built in the 1930s and serves lunch and dinner. Amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and indoor whirlpool tub.
Wingate by Wyndham Lima Downtown
175 W. Market St.
Lima, Ohio 45801
419-228-7000
wingatehotels.com
The America's Best Value Inn is in northeastern Lima, and features a conference center with three separate banquet halls. The three halls offer removable walls, making it suitable as one large ballroom, or a venue for wedding receptions, conferences and awards ceremonies. Other amenities at the hotel include an indoor swimming pool and fitness center. Pets may stay for an extra fee. The hotel is only a 10-minute drive from the Lima Mall, which offers restaurants and shopping at department stores such as Macy's and Elder-Beerman. The hotel also sits less than 15 minutes from local Lima attractions, including the Schoonover Observatory. This structure lies in the heart of Schoonover Park, and is open for the public to gaze at the stars. The Shay Locomotive Display, located at the Allen County Museum Complex, is a 1925 train open to the public for viewing. The locomotive is only 15 minutes from the hotel.
America's Best Value Inn and Conference Center - Lima
3600 E. Bluelick Road
Lima, Ohio 45082
419-227-1792
americasbestvalueinn.com
