University Circle House (formerly known as University Circle Bed and Breakfast)

1575 E 108th St, Cleveland, OH 44106, Cleveland, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.6 / 5

University Circle House (formerly University Circle Bed and Breakfast) is a subdued, 3-star B&B set in Cleveland’s University Circle cultural district, housed in a 19th-century brick home. It offers five individually decorated rooms with wood floors, en suite bathrooms, minifridges, cable TV, and free Wi-Fi. A full hot breakfast is served in a formal dining room, and guests also have access to a communal kitchen and a shared living room. Outdoor space includes a furnished patio and a private yard, and on-site parking is free. The location is walkable to major attractions such as the Cleveland Museum of Natural History (346 m), Cleveland Botanical Garden (479 m), and the Cleveland Museum of Art (802 m), with Playhouse Square about 5.9 km away. With a public rating of 4.6 from 23 reviews, it’s positioned as a small, character-filled base for exploring museums, gardens, and nearby cultural venues.

Best for

Best suited to travelers who want a quiet, small-scale stay in University Circle with easy walking access to museums and gardens, including the Cleveland Museum of Natural History (346 m) and Cleveland Botanical Garden (479 m). It also fits guests who value historic charm and a more home-like setup, thanks to individually decorated rooms, shared kitchen/living spaces, and a full hot breakfast. Couples and solo visitors on arts-and-culture itineraries will find the proximity to the Cleveland Museum of Art (802 m) and Severance Music Center (1,022 m) especially convenient.

Travel tips

Many top sights are within a short walk, so plan a museum-and-gardens day around the Cleveland Botanical Garden (479 m), Cleveland Museum of Art (802 m), and Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland (910 m). For downtown attractions like Playhouse Square (5,939 m), the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (7,002 m), and the Great Lakes Science Center (7,118 m), expect a longer ride rather than a walk. Take advantage of the free parking if you’re driving, and consider visiting Lake View Cemetery (1,123 m) and the Cleveland Cultural Gardens (687 m) as nearby, low-effort add-ons.

What guests say

Reviews most often highlight the convenient University Circle location, particularly for walking to nearby cultural sites and local destinations. Guests frequently mention spacious rooms with private bathrooms and practical storage, along with a strong impression of cleanliness. The property’s quaint, artifact-filled, historic atmosphere is a repeated positive detail. Staff helpfulness and the quality of the cooked breakfast also stand out as key reasons guests say they would return. No consistent negative themes are evident from the provided excerpts.

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