Downtown Erie Travel Guide

Erie

Two sailboats on a lake with a sunset in the background.
A sandy beach with a wooden fence and sparse vegetation.
A marina with multiple sailboats docked at sunset.
A fleet of sailboats on a lake with a sunset sky.
A man in a boat on a calm lake with a forest in the background.

Stay near popular Downtown Erie attractions

Warner Theatre

8.4/10 (196 reviews)
You can get tickets for a performance at Warner Theatre during your trip to Erie. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
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Things to do

Lake Erie Smallmouth Fishing Charters

Lake Erie Smallmouth Fishing Charters

Rp9.050.384
per traveller
Lake Erie Smallmouth Fishing Charters
Lake Erie Walleye Fishing Charters

Lake Erie Walleye Fishing Charters

Rp15.626.225
per traveller
Lake Erie Walleye Fishing Charters
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Top hotels in Downtown Erie

Days Inn by Wyndham Erie

Days Inn by Wyndham Erie

2 out of 5
6101 Wattsburg Rd Erie PA
The price is Rp1.108.615 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp1.108.615
Rp1.252.735 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
5.8/10 (976 reviews)
"Do not come here"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Erie
Courtyard by Marriott Erie

Courtyard by Marriott Erie

3 out of 5
7792 Peach St Erie PA
The price is Rp2.002.436 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
Rp2.002.436
Rp2.262.753 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"We are fans of Marriott properties but this one feels like it’s not a high priority to the brand. Nothing wrong at all with the hotel but things feel tired and could use an upgrade all around. Rooms are dim, sinks are tiny and the “cafe” was a toss of the coin over our three days as to whether anyone ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Erie
Red Roof Inn Erie – I-90

Red Roof Inn Erie – I-90

2 out of 5
7865 Perry Hwy Erie PA
The price is Rp1.154.700 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp1.154.700
Rp1.304.811 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,018 reviews)
"Property is old and not well maintained. Air did not work upon arrival and when we returned to our room after being out for the day the tv did not work. Both problems were addressed by the staff. I was told I needed to leave a 100 deposit for damages that was not returned to me. Would not recommend ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Red Roof Inn Erie – I-90
Baymont by Wyndham Erie

Baymont by Wyndham Erie

2.5 out of 5
8170 Perry Hwy Erie PA
The price is Rp1.765.506 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
Rp1.765.506
Rp1.995.147 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,579 reviews)
"Everything was fine"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Erie
Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront

Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront

3 out of 5
2 Sassafras Pier Erie PA
The price is Rp4.931.178 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp4.931.178
Rp5.572.231 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Erie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"Lake front access and great views. Parking was a problem as still under construction"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront
Holiday Inn Erie by IHG

Holiday Inn Erie by IHG

3 out of 5
2260 DOWNS DRIVE Erie PA
The price is Rp1.889.685 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp1.889.685
Rp2.135.344 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Erie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Holiday Inn Erie by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Erie

Find the best Downtown Erie areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A church interior with a long pew-lined aisle, arched windows, and a large stained glass window at the far end.
Photo by JoyFilledWander
Open Photo by JoyFilledWander

West Bayfront

While visiting West Bayfront, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Erie and Erie County Historical Society-Hagen History Center.

A lighthouse silhouette against a sunset sky, with a pier extending into the water.
Photo by Daanish Bhatti
Open Photo by Daanish Bhatti

Bayfront

While visiting Bayfront, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Erie and Erie Maritime Museum.

Little Italy

Little Italy might not have many top sights, but Erie Playhouse and Warner Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

East Bayfront

While East Bayfront isn't home to many top sights, UPMC Park and Erie Insurance Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Erie Travel Guide