Bayfront, PA

Erie

Erie sunset on the near edge of the bayfront connector
Erie sunset on the near edge of the bayfront connector

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.
Smugglers Restaurant offers a great ambiance overlooking Lake Erie.  Across the street is the Bicentennial Tower

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Bayfront Hotel Deals

Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront

2.5 out of 5
130 East Front Street Erie PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$3,573 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
NT$3,573
NT$4,037 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (962 reviews)
The room was spotless, beds were comfortable, staff is friendly! The views were beautiful and we had dinner at Oscar's. We will be back!

Reviewed on 2026/2/17

Hampton Inn & Suites Erie Bayfront
Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel

Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel

3.5 out of 5
55 W Bay Dr Erie PA
The price is NT$5,050 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
NT$5,050
NT$5,706 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Erie. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Clean room, comfortable bed, attentive staff.

Reviewed on 2026/2/14

Sheraton Erie Bayfront Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront

Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront

3 out of 5
2 Sassafras Pier Erie PA
The price is NT$5,050 per night from Feb 22 to Feb 23
NT$5,050
NT$5,706 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Erie. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
They downgraded our room at check in. We drove hours. Ended up staying only one night.

Reviewed on 2026/2/17

Courtyard by Marriott Erie Bayfront
Baymont by Wyndham Erie

Baymont by Wyndham Erie

2.5 out of 5
8170 Perry Hwy Erie PA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,377 reviews)
Bedding is old and thin and worn. No blanket available. Back walkway ice covered and slippery. Breakfast garbage cans overflowing. No hand soap to wash hands at sink

Reviewed on 2026/2/16

Baymont by Wyndham Erie
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North East (Erie) by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North East (Erie) by IHG

2.5 out of 5
6310 Old Station Road North East PA
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in North East. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,186 reviews)
It would be a much better hotel if they had some pool hours for adults

Reviewed on 2026/2/16

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North East (Erie) by IHG
Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Erie

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Erie

3 out of 5
701 Bayfront Parkway Erie PA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Erie. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,330 reviews)
The hotel wasn’t clean, check in staff was nice but night person was rude. Charged an incidental fee that is still on my card and we left over 5 hrs ago. Amenities were not working.

Reviewed on 2026/2/15

Cobblestone Hotel & Suites - Erie
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighborhoods around Bayfront

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East Bayfront

While there might not be top attractions in East Bayfront, you can explore the larger area and discover places like UPMC Park and Erie Insurance Arena.

East Bayfront
Erie featuring a river or creek, boating and a sunset

Downtown Erie

If you're spending some time in Downtown Erie, Warner Theatre and Erie Art Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Erie
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!

West Bayfront

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

West Bayfront
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Little Italy

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Little Italy and surrounding area, you can visit Erie Playhouse and Warner Theatre.

Little Italy


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