StayAreasIs Playhouse Square & East 4th a good place to stay in Cleveland?
Yes, especially for theatre, food and nightlife. The theatres and the stadiums are on hand, though show nights are busy.
Stay here if
- Theatre-goers
- Couples
- Food lovers
Look elsewhere if
- You want quiet nights
- You want lots of hotel choice
- You want to be by the lake
Hotels in Playhouse Square & East 4th
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Staying in Playhouse Square & East 4th
Playhouse Square and East 4th Street are the liveliest place to stay in Cleveland. The theatres are on the doorstep, East 4th's restaurants are a short walk away, and the Guardians and Cavaliers play a few blocks south.
The area comes alive in the evening. Theatre-goers stream under the giant chandelier before shows, diners fill the tables on East 4th Street, and fans head to the arena on game nights. The restored theatres are some of the most beautiful in the country.
The downside is the noise and crowds on show and game nights, and there are only a handful of hotels. The Rock Hall and the lakefront are a 15-minute walk.
What makes Playhouse Square special is the theatre. You can see a Broadway tour, have dinner on East 4th Street and walk back to your hotel without needing a taxi.
Getting around
- Playhouse Square5walk
- The Arcade9walk
- Progressive Field11walk
- Rocket Arena12walk
- Public Square13walk
- West Side Market20transit
- Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)30
Playhouse Square & East 4th questions
Is Playhouse Square & East 4th a good area to stay in Cleveland?
Yes, especially for theatre, food and nightlife. The theatres and the stadiums are on hand, though show nights are busy. It suits theatre-goers, couples and food lovers.
How much does a hotel in Playhouse Square & East 4th cost?
A typical double is around $160 a night at a budget hotel, $210 mid-range and $280 for luxury, outside peak events.
How do I get from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE) to Playhouse Square & East 4th?
About 30 minutes door to door: RTA Red Line to Tower City, then a short walk.
How far is Playhouse Square & East 4th from the main sights?
Door to door from Playhouse Square & East 4th: Playhouse Square 5 minutes on foot, The Arcade 9 minutes on foot, Progressive Field 11 minutes on foot and Rocket Arena 12 minutes on foot.