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The Blue Heron Inn

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Legacy Hills Golf Club

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
2 bars/lounges
Seasonal outdoor pool

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar

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Map
1110 Lakeside Street, La Porte, IN, 46350
  • Pine Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Legacy Hills Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • La Porte Hospital
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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No View Spa | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

No View Spa

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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TB Lakeview | Room amenity

TB Lakeview

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Lower Lake Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Lower Lake Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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TB Backview | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

TB Backview

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Lake View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

La Porte

In La Porte .You'll find Legacy Hills Golf Club and La Porte Hospital within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Shady Creek Winery is within 9 miles (15 km) and Friendship Botanic Gardens is within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Pine Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Horseshoe Lake - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Legacy Hills Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • La Porte Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Shady Creek Winery - 14 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 17 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Round The Clock Restaurant - ‬19 min walk

About this property

The Blue Heron Inn

3-star hotel near Legacy Hills Golf Club
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly The Blue Heron Inn. Self parking is free.

This 3-star La Porte hotel is smoke free.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
The Blue Heron Inn offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Microwaves and refrigerators can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per week
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 50.00 per accommodation, per week
  • 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Blue Heron Inn La Porte
Blue Heron La Porte
The Blue Heron Inn Hotel
The Blue Heron Inn La Porte
The Blue Heron Inn Hotel La Porte

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Blue Heron Inn to the airport?

The Blue Heron Inn is 31.1 mi (35-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Heron Inn?

As of Jul 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Heron Inn on Jul 6, 2025 start from $130.8, 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 The Blue Heron Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Blue Heron Inn.

How close is The Blue Heron Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 1.3 mi (3-min drive) from Stone Lake Beach and 11.5 mi (19-min drive) from Duneland Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Blue Heron Inn offer free breakfast?

Yes, The Blue Heron Inn offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Blue Heron Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Blue Chip Casino (16-min drive) and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (21-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Blue Heron Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Blue Heron Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Blue Heron Inn have a pool?

The Blue Heron Inn features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does The Blue Heron Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site. One of the dining venues will be closed during the winter.

Does The Blue Heron Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Blue Heron Inn to downtown La Porte?

The Blue Heron Inn is 1.5 mi away from La Porte.

The Blue Heron Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 254 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 431 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

KRISTINA, Apple Valley

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Yummy food

Food in the restaurant is very good! Rooms are old, but clean. Tiny shower stall.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

8/10 Good

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice couples getaway

Short review: Nice place for a romantic stay in NW IN Room: Lake View 2nd Floor Suite Good: View, Fire Place, Spa, Big Room, Friendly service, close to lake and Drift on Pine Bad: Stain on comforter, pipes from other rooms very loud in our room, tv has 1/2 of the channels it shows It's a good stay, will probably be better in the summer when there's more to do.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice getaway

The staff was amazing the room was clean love that I could just walk oit if my room to have dinner and a cocktail with out leaving the property
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Reed

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

Cute Little Inn

We had a really nice time here. We've stayed here before and came back, so that says something. A nice little place close to the lake, casino, and the amenities of NW Indiana and SW Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t wait to go back

The stay was really nice and made us feel really welcome. The room was really clean and the bed was comfy. There was an outside deck/bar over the water that had an amazing view and was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaurav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love to visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Love!

Beautiful place! We absolutely loved our stay while visiting Indiana Dunes National Park. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria

Traveled with pets
Very personal touch.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Friendly staff. Good breakfast. Clean. Needs updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Room comfort

Thumbs up!

very nice staff. amazing restaurant (T-Bones) on site, very clean. shower in our room was very old and small. just needs some updating! Bed was comfortable and slept very well. would come back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Steven

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Yay

Place is cool, very outdated. Front desk was awesome! Bartender at bar was rude. Hotel had a great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

Short vacation by myself with my dog. Was great had a patio that was fenced.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent, East Hampton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
More like an air bnb than a motel. Very nice staff, rooms starting to show their age a bit. Clean and passable though
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Raylene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little gem, very comfortable and wonderful views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024