Here in Ohio, there’s a place where island life thrives and swim-up mist bars are routine. Commodore Resort in Put-in-Bay is a little slice of paradise unexpectedly hiding in the Buckeye State. The next time you find yourself on South Bass Island, you won’t want to stay anywhere else—not after you’ve experienced the Caribbean magic at Commodore Resort.

Here’s why this underrated resort is a must-visit:

Welcome to Commodore Resort, a tropical-themed getaway that will make you temporarily forget you’re still in Ohio.

management/Trip Advisor Address: 272 Delaware Street, Put in Bay, OH, 43456

Here, your worries melt away. Make your way over to the Caribbean style swim up pool bar and order your favorite drink.

management/Trip Advisor In addition to the 15-person swim up bar, there are two waterfalls, a tiki bar, a 2,000 sq. ft. pool with several cabanas and plenty of couches and tables that feature VIP bottle service.

The two-story building features pool view rooms, double beds and king-size beds. The three-story building features several double bed options and a king jacuzzi option.

management/Trip Advisor Rates vary depending on the type of room you choose. For more information, click here.

Outside, you’ll also find a full bar that doesn’t require swimming up to. Mr. Ed’s Bar is also close by.

management/Trip Advisor As an added bonus, there’s even a Subway Restaurant located in the hotel lobby.

Whether you’re here for some major island exploration or some simple fun in the sun, you can’t wrong with a relaxing stay at this little slice of paradise.

management/Trip Advisor (Can you picture yourself here yet?)

Have you ever been to Commodore Resort? If so, we want to know what your experience was like!

management/Trip Advisor

Address: 272 Delaware Street, Put in Bay, OH, 43456

In addition to the 15-person swim up bar, there are two waterfalls, a tiki bar, a 2,000 sq. ft. pool with several cabanas and plenty of couches and tables that feature VIP bottle service.

Rates vary depending on the type of room you choose. For more information, click here.

As an added bonus, there’s even a Subway Restaurant located in the hotel lobby.

(Can you picture yourself here yet?)

For more tropical-themed fun in Ohio, check out our previous article: The Tropical Themed Restaurant In Ohio You Must Visit Before Summer’s Over.

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