Best Western Indian Oak

2.5 star property
Hotel near Indiana Dunes National Park in Chesterton

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Lobby
Hypo-allergenic bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Free breakfast
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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558 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, IN, 46304
  • Place, Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside (Jetted tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Chesterton

In state park.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Chesterton hotel, you'll find Chesterton Art Center and Lustron House. Wykes-Plampin Nature Preserve and Indiana Dunes Visitor Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lustron House - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 12 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Family Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Best Western Indian Oak

Hotel near Indiana Dunes National Park in Chesterton
Best Western Indian Oak offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is available. Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (90 square meters) and includes conference space. Best Western Indian Oak also features a vending machine, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Chesterton hotel is smoke free.

  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 90 sq m of conference space
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Indian Oak offers 61 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Chesterton hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Indian Oak to the airport?

Best Western Indian Oak is 53.7 mi (69-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Indian Oak?

As of Oct 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Indian Oak on Nov 9, 2025 start from $93.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Indian Oak have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Indian Oak.

How close is Best Western Indian Oak to the beach?

This hotel is 3.8 mi (10-min drive) from Waverly Beach and 5.4 mi (10-min drive) from Dune Acres Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Indian Oak offer free breakfast?

Yes, Best Western Indian Oak offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best Western Indian Oak?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Blue Chip Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Best Western Indian Oak?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Best Western Indian Oak?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Best Western Indian Oak have a pool?

Best Western Indian Oak features an indoor pool.

Does Best Western Indian Oak have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Indian Oak to downtown Chesterton?

Best Western Indian Oak is 1.2 mi away from Chesterton.

Reviews

Best Western Indian Oak Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 307 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 118 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1010 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Anne-Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very musty. If you don’t have asthma, you’ll be ok, but it’s an older hotel with musty window units and old carpet. I know there are not many options in the area, but I do not recommend for anyone with asthma or allergies. I didn’t sleep due to wheezing and had to leave the room the minute the sun came up. My travel companions were fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

It was fine. Probably wouldn’t choose it again.

This hotel was ok. Not the worst I’ve stayed at and not the best. Front desk seemed frazzled. While the room was mostly clean, there were cigarette butts left on the patio. It was walking distance to several eateries which was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We liked having a view of the lake that was really nice and comforting. The room was really spacious the staff was really friendly and nice. The price point was a little high considering its a older hotel. When we left they had started painting the outside of the hotel to update it. So that is good. Now the bad we couldnt go out on the deck next to the pool cause the glass was broke out there. The pool was ok, i think it needs a new pool liner cause it was really loose on the bottom. The pool room was kinda small and only had 1 table. Our stay was really nice though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Limited food options. Property is clean but very dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kerry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lawrence, Hartsville

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff rude. Rooms not clean- cobwebs, food found Ugh. Pool not clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kandice

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I reserved a room for 2 nights for my family, it was 2 queen beds and a sofa bed. Everything seemed okay until I pulled out the sofa bed for the kids and food fell out there was trash under it and the mattress was bear covered in stains and ripped open. I made management aware of this and they were unwilling to change us rooms or fix the problem in anyway their only solution was to give us a cover to cover the disgustingly unsanitary mattress. They would not fully refund my stay because we had been checked in for 3 hours. So disappointed and I would never stay here again! I wish I could add the photos I took!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mischelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the small lake by the breakfast dining area and the hotel was very clean and staff was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best Western Indian Oak – Chesterton, Indiana Where the Water’s Murky, and So is the Mood You’re not checking into the Best Western Indian Oak for the glamour. This isn't a destination. It's a pause—off the interstate, somewhere between where you were and where you’re going. A place with just enough soul to avoid feeling soulless. The room? Decent. Not trying to impress, and that’s fine. A bed to crash on. A bathroom that works. You’re not expecting art on the walls or mints on the pillows. You’re expecting clean sheets, a lock that clicks, and maybe a TV that still has cable. You get that. The balcony—now that’s the surprise. Small, sure. But it stares out at a strange, murky little lake or pond or... something. The kind of body of water that looks like it holds secrets. Maybe an old tire. Maybe a mafia footnote. But somehow, it’s still peaceful. Like Indiana decided it had one last sunset to show you, just to make you stop and breathe for a second. No elevator, though. Two floors, and you’re hoofing it if you're upstairs. Not the end of the world, but if you’ve got heavy bags or bad knees, it’s the kind of detail that bites. And yet—for a quick stop, it does the job. No frills, no fanfare, no apologies. Just a motel clinging to a lake like it knows something you don’t. You check in, you sleep, you move on. Sometimes, that's all you need.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and convenient hotel

Nice hotel that is super convenient to the Indiana dunes. Pool was nice and the service was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jarrod

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrible experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very clean and quiet. It was convenient to restaurants and the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

SHIMEI

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
smell bad, feel humidity.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hannah

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Nice stay for the money, great location.

A nice hotel. Situated on a small inland lake that is beautiful. I’ve been going around this area all my life and this has been one of those hotels that have always been there. The staff couldn’t have been nicer and more accommodating. For an older building, they’ve kept it as clean as they possibly could. Where it’s located is easy if you’re bringing your dog or have kids as every unit has either a patio or balcony. Overall, a nice day, however, the rooms and carpeting, etc. need a facelift. For the money it was more than just fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

sherry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheridan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really attentive and helped us with a friendly attitude. We were traveling with three young kids and had a lot of needs that they met with ease! The breakfast was good and the kids enjoyed the pool. We also loved our balcony view of the wildlife in the small lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jillann

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025