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Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton

2.0 star property
Hotel near Indiana Dunes National Park in Chesterton

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Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Reception
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom | Towels

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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713 Plaza Dr., Chesterton, IN, 46304
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Chesterton

City center stay.You'll find Chesterton Art Center and Lustron House within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Wykes-Plampin Nature Preserve and Indiana Dunes Visitor Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Lustron House - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 12 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunrise Family Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Val's Famous Pizza & Grinders - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton

Hotel near Indiana Dunes National Park in Chesterton
As a guest of Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and RV/bus/truck parking. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Chesterton hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with irons/ironing boards. Beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Chesterton
Econo Lodge Hotel Chesterton
Econo Lodge Chesterton Hotel
Chesterton Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge Chesterton
Fairbridge Express Chesterton
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Hotel
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Chesterton
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Hotel Chesterton

Frequently asked questions

How close is Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton to the airport?

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton is 44.1 mi (47-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton.

How close is Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton to the beach?

This hotel is 3.9 mi (11-min drive) from Waverly Beach and 5.4 mi (10-min drive) from Dune Acres Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton offer free breakfast?

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Blue Chip Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton have a pool?

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton does not have a pool.

Does Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton to downtown Chesterton?

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton is 1.2 mi away from Chesterton.

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 333 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 333 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 333 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 333 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 333 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Adriane, Emporia

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gunner

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I walked into room and did not even stay here. Complete waste of my money. Totally nasty, dirty room!! Dirty towels left in bathtub, dirty sink, smelled like wet mildew and mold. The whole place was absolutely disgusting! Dirty walls. No way I’d recommend anyone stay or waste their money here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Liberty

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The older woman working the front desk was kind and helpful. However that's just about the only good thing I can say. The entire hotel reeked of cigarettes and stale weed, and the room was disgusting. If I hadn't already paid I would have left for another hotel. There was hair on the towels, the floor, the bed, and stuck to the walls of the shower. There was visible dirt on the floor, and the sheets had stains on them. The dresser was broken, and the lamps didn't work. There was always someone at the front door smoking either cigarettes or weed. People were coming and going all hours of the night (which is to be expected in a hotel) but not when they are loud and the walls are made of paper. The toilet always ran and didn't flush half the time. Spend the extra 20 bucks a night and go somewhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Good location with lots of restaurants within a short walking distance. The wifi was slow and it throttled. The ice machine was always almost empty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the place I go to when, I want my alone time
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Tara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I wouldn’t recommend anyone 😡

My sheets was dirty my microwave was dirty and whn I went to lay down on the flat pillows I found a black big in between them which I’m not sure wasn’t a bed bug after tht I couldn’t sleep at all and had to be to work the nxt morning
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is my second home when, I want to get my alone time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price, this an excellent choice to stay at Fairbridge Inn. We absolutely recommend this place because the staff, especially Debbie is very friendly and is always willing to help with anything you might need. She is one of the biggest reasons why we chose to come back there multiple times, when we’ve needed a place to stay. We like the fact too that it’s a very safe place and again, for the price the room and accommodations are affordable, clean and comfortable. This is our go to place whenever we’ve needed a place to stay. Big thanks to Debbie and the owners and staff for making every stay a great experience for us and our cat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smells like smoke. Smokers area is right in front of the door. Noisy. Water stains on the walls. Left after the first night. How do we get a refund for the wnd night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is my 2nd home
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not Clean

Nothing was clean it was a very unpleasant stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
If you need to stay the night I'd recommend it for the price. However the room itself was worn - the tables, shower even the toilet, the quality of the TV was poor too its reminiscent of 2000s pre-HD cable. But the bed was clean and thats important. Though the bathroom could've used another pass - found some hair in the drain trap. Its a fine place for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always go there to recharge
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice workers!! And nice place to stay. Very quiet & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jordan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charged me a pet fee at door. There was no mention of a pet fee when booking. Receptionist was nosy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Brandon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I usually come here once a month to "recharge". Self-care...
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carla

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024