At the heart of the Great Lakes region, Ohio promises spectacular scenery as well as bustling cities with fabulous food and cultural attractions aplenty. With the Appalachian Mountains to the south-east, Lake Erie to the north and numerous state parks — fantastic in the fall — scattered around the state, there’s heaps for families, couples or groups to experience. Accommodation options range from rural B&Bs to swish city hotels, fit for a whole host of tastes and budgets. Hide away at one of the best places to stay in Ohio, or pick a hotel in the centre of the city for a food, sports and history-focused trip.