Title: Bayfront Travel Guide: Best of Bayfront, Erie Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Bayfront](https://expedia.co.uk/Bayfront-Hotels.d976041818888499200.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Erie](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Erie.d1160.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Bayfront Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Bayfront.d976041818888499200.Car-Hire-Guide)[Bayfront Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Bayfront.d976041818888499200.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Bayfront Travel Guide ## Erie ![Erie sunset on the near edge of the bayfront connector ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1160/a0ca6d39-3c3c-4ee3-ba79-0e5a92b6c405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Erie sunset on the near edge of the bayfront connector ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1160/a0ca6d39-3c3c-4ee3-ba79-0e5a92b6c405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ The Bicentennial Tower is an observation tower located in Erie, Pennsylvania and features panoramic views of Lake Erie, Presque Isle State Park, and downtown Erie. The tower was built to signify the city's bicentennial year 1996. It is 187 feet (57 m) tall and has 2 observation decks. It's located at the end of State Street on Dobbins Landing.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1160/bf8ee142-612c-4726-afbe-24a02b2df668.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Smugglers Restaurant offers a great ambiance overlooking Lake Erie. Across the street is the Bicentennial Tower ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1160/4fd0bee8-fb6a-48bd-86a0-56d9aa68b18d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Bayfront Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Erie travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Erie.dx1160) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Erie, Pennsylvania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090485/8cf63baf-eb1d-4561-82ba-d35e24efc6b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bayfront Convention Center Learn about the events happening in Bayfront Convention Center during your trip to Erie. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bayfront-Convention-Center-Erie.d6090485.Attraction) ![Erie sunset on the near edge of the bayfront connector ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1160/a0ca6d39-3c3c-4ee3-ba79-0e5a92b6c405.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bicentennial Tower You can find out about the history of Erie with a visit to Bicentennial Tower. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bicentennial-Tower-Erie.d6090489.Attraction) ![Presque Isle Peninsula Lake Erie Pennsylvania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635261017580/f4306b07-3a95-47ce-b858-8170cbb8bbdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Presque Isle Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Presque Isle Beach during your travels in Erie? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Presque-Isle-Beach-Pennsylvania.d553248635261017580.Attraction) ![2009](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6165993/f6a0eb62-b1cf-4203-ae34-f1967187ac55.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Penn State Erie Explore the campus of Penn State Erie as part of your travels around Erie. Attend a sporting event or visit the casinos in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Penn-State-Erie-Erie.d6165993.Attraction) #### Erie Maritime Museum You can spend time studying the exhibits at Erie Maritime Museum during your trip to Erie. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Erie-Maritime-Museum-Erie.d6090481.Attraction) #### Splash Lagoon Have a fun-filled day with the family at Splash Lagoon during your visit to Erie. Add the area's shops or casinos to your travel plans. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Splash-Lagoon-Erie.d6165961.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Bayfront ![Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53960000/53955900/53955832/c8a2f0ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront 130 East Front Street Erie PA £95 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (951 reviews) clean room and building ,staff was out standing !!!! Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=53955832&PinnedHotelID=53955832&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976041818888499200) ![Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1900000/1900000/1899955/e77ec3ec_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel 55 W Bay Dr Erie PA £160 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Erie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Nice rooms very friendly staff Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=1899955&PinnedHotelID=1899955&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976041818888499200) ![Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13460000/13451100/13451072/w4000h2655x0y0-78560679_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront 2 Sassafras Pier Erie PA £160 1 Mar - 2 Mar 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! (1,001 reviews) Nice, clean and spacious rooms. Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=13451072&PinnedHotelID=13451072&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976041818888499200) ![Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North East (Erie) by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/2000000/1990300/1990277/9749e92d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North East (Erie) by IHG 6310 Old Station Road North East PA £79 10 Feb - 11 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in North East. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,182 reviews) Wonderful spot, very nice staff and great food right next door! Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=1990277&PinnedHotelID=1990277&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976041818888499200) ![Baymont by Wyndham Erie](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8120000/8119900/8119889/0ef1c16e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Baymont by Wyndham Erie 8170 Perry Hwy Erie PA £57 16 Feb - 17 Feb 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! (2,373 reviews) All good Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=8119889&PinnedHotelID=8119889&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976041818888499200) ![Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Erie](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15390000/15386300/15386285/bb1b1bf2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Erie 701 Bayfront Parkway Erie PA 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 ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,321 reviews) Perfect Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=15386285&PinnedHotelID=15386285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976041818888499200) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=15386285&PinnedHotelID=15386285&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=976041818888499200) [See all 340 properties in Bayfront](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026®ionId=976041818888499200) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Erie-East-Bayfront.dx976042006702821376) ![Erie featuring a river or creek, boating and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1160/a5064c7a-093f-4eef-bc9e-b76b71ee5307.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Erie While visiting Downtown Erie, you might make a stop by sights like Warner Theatre and Erie Insurance Arena. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Erie-Downtown-Erie.dx976040298232938496) ![This beautiful cathedral style church built in the 1920's and is a gem in historic downtown Erie. A must-see for Sunday services, and ideal place a wedding! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1160/fbc3dc04-1aa1-4dbb-b027-1926d3710ec2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Bayfront While visiting West Bayfront, you might make a stop by sights like Lake Erie and Erie County Historical Society-Hagen History Center. 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