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Waterbird Lakeside Inn

2.0 star property
Chesterton hotel on lake

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Waterbird Lakeside Inn, near Indiana Dunes National Park, offers a serene atmosphere with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Connect to the beautiful surroundings while enjoying express check-out and a smoke-free environment. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Double Bed, Lake View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Bed, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
556 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, IN, 46304

What's nearby

  • Chesterton Art Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lustron House - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Wykes-Plampin Nature Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 4 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 68 min drive
  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 12 min drive
  • Michigan City Station - 17 min drive
  • Gary Metro Center - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Family Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Waterbird Lakeside Inn

Waterbird Lakeside Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 30 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Waterbird Lakeside Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Waterbird Lakeside Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Blue Chip Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

Does Waterbird Lakeside Inn have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Waterbird Lakeside Inn like?

Waterbird Lakeside Inn is located a short 17-minute walk from Chesterton Art Center.

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Waterbird Lakeside Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Lake
View
Balcony
Bed
Service staff
Lake view
Location
Water
Bathroom

What guests liked

  • The property is conveniently located near various dining options, including fast food and a highly-recommended Italian restaurant. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Was overall just a nice and clean hotel and the service was fantastic I will definitely be staying again!
Blake, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yes everything was great!
Blake, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the balcony overlooking the lake
MARQUITA, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

We liked our room. Spacious and clean. Wonderful view of the lake. It looks like they are renovating some rooms so ours had some new carpet and flooring but some older cabinets and trim. All together it was a good place to stay.
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, great view. Property is a bit dated but nice! Always stay here when in Porter area.
Nathan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was so clean and spacious. The view was spectacular! The color of the fall leaves, the refraction of the sun off the lake. Morning dew rolling across the lake. Extremely quiet,in November. A Zen two day retreat. Highly recommended! Mental vacations are a necessity.
Cynthia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and clean place to stay!
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!

We had a great stay! We two lakeview rooms and were impressed by the size of the rooms! There were clean and the beds were comfortable. We would definitely stay again:)
Nicole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay

The hotel is tucked behind a strip mall right on a small pond. The room was large and comfortable. The bed and pillows were fine. The rooms have balconies or patios so you can sit and have coffee in the morning
Douglas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming hotel. My stay was very comfortable, the lake view from the balcony is amazing and the room was very clean
OLUFEMI, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and great views of water (big pond) and many birds- swans, ducks, egrets, herrons, terns, and geese, and many more.
Scott, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room with a patio overlooking the lake was beautiful! The patio could have used a little bit of cleaning, there were a lot of spider webs that I wiped off.
Susan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet area
April, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This hotel is relatively close to Indiana Dunes National Park, there are several options for eating that are close by, and the room was pretty basic, but clean, quiet, and comfortable. I stayed there 2 days, and felt that it was satisfactory for what it is.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great from check-in to check-out
The lake behind the hotel the view from the balcony right over the lake was great
Roberto, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Mattress and sheets were fantastic- lake view is awesome!
Kristi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I love this property right on the lake staff always pleasant and professional and so much to do in the surrounding area
MARJORIE Y, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was absolutely great and the water was beautiful
Cheryl, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the room with deck overlooking the beautiful swans in the lake.
Diane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Older but well maintained, a quite restful place
Amber, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the experience however, they need to include a complimentary breakfast in the morning, I’ve paid less for hotel stays with the breakfast
Katrina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

View was great room could’ve been cleaner
Ethan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Dated hotel, but Ok.
jaroslaw, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel was okay, it
Caden, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hidden Gem in Northwest Indiana

I always stay at this hotel when I come home to Northwest Indiana. The cost is always reasonable. The rooms are clean. It’s quiet. Every room has a gorgeous view of the lake from your balcony. No matter what my reason is for staying here, it’s always a peaceful pleasant experience.
Christine, 1-night trip