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Econo Lodge Portage

Property class: 2
Hotel near Indiana Dunes National Park in Portage

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A room with a kitchenette, a sofa, and large windows.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A reception area with a stone wall, a computer desk, and a window.
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Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

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6101 MELTON RD BLDG A, Portage, IN, 46368
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Founders' Square Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Portage Lakefront Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, grey curtains, a headboard with wall-mounted lights, a bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a telephone, and wall-mounted lights.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

1 King Bed Nonsmoking Accessible

  • 86 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE Accessible KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING BED NON SMOKING

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Portage

In Portage .You'll find Indiana Dunes National Park and Founders' Square Park within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. East Branch and Portage Imagination Glen Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Founders' Square Park - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 8 min drive - 5.2 miles

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 7 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪Family Express Ameriplex - ‬2 min drive
  • Culver's
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Econo Lodge Portage

Hotel near Indiana Dunes National Park in Portage
Econo Lodge Portage offers its guests a vending machine. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Portage hotel is smoke free.

  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Guest accommodations at Econo Lodge Portage offer air conditioning. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

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 accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 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 25 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Portage Hotel
Econo Lodge Portage PORTAGE
Econo Lodge Portage Hotel PORTAGE

Frequently asked questions

How close is Econo Lodge Portage to the airport?

Econo Lodge Portage is 46.7 mi (71-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 Econo Lodge Portage?

As of Aug 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Econo Lodge Portage on Sep 20, 2026 start from $59, including 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 Econo Lodge Portage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Econo Lodge Portage.

How close is Econo Lodge Portage to the beach?

This hotel is 2.8 mi (10-min drive) from Portage Lakefront Beach and 3.7 mi (11-min drive) from Ogden Dunes Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Econo Lodge Portage offer free breakfast?

Econo Lodge Portage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Econo Lodge Portage?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Econo Lodge Portage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Econo Lodge Portage?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Econo Lodge Portage have a pool?

Econo Lodge Portage does not have a pool.

Does Econo Lodge Portage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Econo Lodge Portage to downtown Portage?

Econo Lodge Portage is 0.3 mi away from Portage.

Econo Lodge Portage Reviews

Reviews

6.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 316 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 316 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 316 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 316 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 316 reviews

5.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

5.8/10

Amenities

5.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Quang

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is okay for the price
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outside looked rundown, but room was updated and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Jerome

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rexford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The room was clean but the grout in the bathroom was definitely need to be scrubbed I personally went and got bleach and mold/mildew removal spray and scrubbed it my self just to not risk any sickness or infection but overall pretty nice had a weird smell at first then when I turned on the air it was just fine
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Friendly folks
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Penny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not impressed at all Tv had a scratch in the screen Shower didnt look clean at all
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LaTricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice cheap staycation spot.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is good for if you just need a place to sleep. Bare bones. The heater didn't
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff is friendly, convenient location to highway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Kelly

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was gross. Smelled awful. Not clean. Dark and dingy.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mansoor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was professional and courteous; room was clean; environment was comfortable and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LaTricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tyler

Nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is very friendly. The room is clean. Plenty of restaurants nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Marilyn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The towels were old and dirty looking. There was no coat rack in the room to hang clothes. There was no towel rack in the bathroom for towels. The shower had no place for shampoo or soap. Tiles were falling off the shower. Floors were dirty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay Oct 12-13
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean quiet location and outside the little power outage, someone took out a power pole, it was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Derrick

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Got there & left. I'd rather sleep in my car
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Staff
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

LaTricia

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

Just the right room for the right price.

Just a quick get away for overnight date night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a perfect overnight stop for me! Hot shower, comfortable bed, and a good nights rest as a solo traveler!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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