Located in southeastern Ohio, the Hocking Hills region is home to spectacular scenery including waterfalls, woodlands and natural rock formations. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking and even horseback riding in the area's many state parks or enjoy a little fishing, canoeing or kayaking in either Lake Logan or the Hocking River. The best place to stay depends on your budget, likes and dislikes. Fortunately, Hocking Hills offers different types of lodging to suit all styles and tastes.
The Hocking Hills Resort sits on 62 acres overlooking cliffs, waterfalls and the nearby Ash Cave State Park. Choose from lodging that includes homes that accommodate a small group or cabins for couples. Guests can dine at the on-site Grouse Nest Restaurant of have the meal served to them by a traveling chef in their rooms. The resort's Wi-Fi lounge lets them check e-mails, watch sporting events on a large flat-screen TV and enjoy a daily happy hour. Nightly rates during peak time in October are $209 for homes and $189 for cabins.
The Hocking Hills Resort
25780 Liberty Hill Road
South Bloomingville, OH 43152
Tel: (800) 222-4655.
www.hockinghillsresort.net
The Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls sits on 75 acres and is surrounded by the Hocking Hills State Park. Guests can choose deluxe accommodations in an impeccably appointed room in the inn at one of the property's five 1840s-styled cabins or in a cozy cottage. All rooms feature plush robes, fine towels, soaps and linens, and towel warmers. A full-service spa and a restaurant featuring locally grown cuisine is also on site. Lodging ranges from $129-$400, depending on the accommodation type.
The Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls
21190 State Route 374
Logan, Ohio 43138
Tel: (740) 385-7489
www.innatcedarfalls.com
You may feel like you are going back in time with a stay at Frontier Log Cabins, where you can choose from one of three authentic log cabins reminiscent of another era on the exterior but full of modern-day amenities on the inside. Located on 40 acres just minutes from the famous Hocking Hills Old Man's Cave, each cabin features a privately screened outdoor hot tub, a stone fireplace with gas logs and a fully equipped kitchen. Experience firsthand the feeling of being nestled among the trees while sitting on the front porch swing. Guests can fish on site on the property's well-stocked pond. Lodging rates vary from $99-$179
Frontier Log Cabins
18381 Thompson Ridge Road
Laurelville, OH 43135
Tel: (888) 332-6747
www.frontierlogcabins.com
