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Spring House Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Lake Michigan in Chesterton

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Property entrance
Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Free daily self-serve breakfast

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

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303 N Mineral Springs Rd, Chesterton, IN, 46304
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Chellberg Farm
    ‪11 min walk‬

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  • 3498 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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9.2 out of 10
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)
  • 338 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Chesterton

Close to the beach.You'll find Indiana Dunes National Park and Chellberg Farm within a 15-minute walk of this Chesterton hotel. Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders and Cowles Bog Trailhead are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Chellberg Farm - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • University of Chicago - 43 min drive - 45.2 miles

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 12 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TravelCenters of America - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wagner's Ribs - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Leroy's "Hot Stuff - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Val's Famous Pizza & Grinders - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Spring House Inn

Hotel near Lake Michigan in Chesterton
Spring House Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly Spring House Inn. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Chesterton hotel.

  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Spring House Inn offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen 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
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

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
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: USD 5 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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
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 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Spring House Inn Porter
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Spring House Porter
Spring House Hotel Porter
Spring House Inn Hotel
Spring House Inn Chesterton
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Spring House Inn to the airport?

Spring House Inn is 62 mi (75-min drive) away from the Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Spring House Inn?

As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spring House Inn on Nov 23, 2025 start from $99.0, 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 Spring House Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Spring House Inn.

How close is Spring House Inn to the beach?

This hotel is 3.2 mi (10-min drive) from Dune Acres Beach and 3.3 mi (11-min drive) from Ridge Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Spring House Inn offer free breakfast?

Spring House Inn offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Spring House Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Blue Chip Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Spring House Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Spring House Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Spring House Inn have a pool?

Spring House Inn features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM.

Does Spring House Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Spring House Inn to downtown Chesterton?

Spring House Inn is 0.7 mi away from Porter.

Spring House Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1007 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lewis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice little Inn, great and friendly staff, really clean place, only thing to note is that the rooms could use a little touch, woodwork and furniture. Definitely gives you “The Shining” vibe if you know what I mean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

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

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charm
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenton

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property is very quiet & peaceful. We did not have time to explore the grounds. Inside rooms in need of update & furniture. It was okay for 1 nights stay. Uno Pizza next door -not friendy waitress, long wait for lg pizza, all sauce is dumped on top. Not impressed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay, average staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gustavo

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Safe
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great stsy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

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

Beautiful and relaxing

Lovely and quiet 1950s chalet inspired public spaces lead to interior corridors and well-maintaned rooms. I was in room 215 and everything worked perfectly. I had a good night's stay but the room did have an unpleasent whiff of ammonia. I sniffed the beds and chairs (yep, weird, i know) but couldn't identify the source. In the morning I wondered if maybe they have feral cats just outside this first floor window? Full disclosure, my sense of smell is overly good at times, so your mileage may vary. Otherwise, fantastic stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quaint, woody hotel near the Dunes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home away from home

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I absolutely loved this place. Very quaint, loved the decor. Set in the woods. Very cool Pizzeria Uno next door, which used to be a speak easy. Staff is friendly and helpful. I wish we had more time here, but this was a quick overnight stop on a long road trip. Rooms were comfortable and good size, there’s a sauna and an indoor pool. I heard the breakfast is really good we left too early to enjoy it. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice but maybe needs an update or two
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE

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

Great placr

Very cool place. Wish they had firm pillows. Other than that great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Traveled with partner
This place is absolutely haunted. Everything feels dated and kind of grimy without being actually dirty, if that makes any sense. My husband complained about a weird smell on the third floor, but thankfully we were on the second. I'm pretty sure that there are only two people working in the hotel at night, because the guy who checked me in was also running the Pizzeria Uno next door. Our room did have a very nice balcony that I enjoyed relaxing on. The landscaping around the hotel is well maintained and the overall setting in the woods feels very cozy. It is also very close to Indiana Dunes National Park, so getting around was incredibly convenient. Overall, the location has a creepy sense of abandonment, like it's on its last legs, but the staff that remains is doing its best to keep everything looking nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Constance

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place needs renovated badly. $169 a night was way too much money for the room we got.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jasmine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
I feel better breakfast options but everything else was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Eugene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean spacious room. Enjoyed the pool and sauna. Good breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sara, Carmel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Very cozy woodsy bring the kids!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. Clean room. Drapes made the room dark and nice for sleeping in! Nice breakfast choices. Pool was closed for maintenance for part of one day, but fixed in a very timely manner to open by that evening. Staff addressed any concerns we had (one key card didn’t work and one wouldn’t open the exercise room - small issues) very promptly. WiFi worked well. Pizza place next door was good and really convenient. Nice outdoor seating options. We have two 9-year olds and didn’t feel anything was not kid friendly, but kids (under 18) are not allowed in sauna, exercise room, whirlpool rooms, or unattended in the pool - nothing we thought was inappropriate for 9 year olds, but may be more annoying for older kids or teens. One thing that we thought was a bit odd was the vast number of signs (many just typed pieces of paper) with “rules” written and posted. We stayed 2 nights for a trip to Indiana Dunes. Was an easy 15 minute drive to West Beach. Also went into Chesterton one afternoon. Winery was nice and lots of other shops and eateries. We’ve always done an AirBnB further away for this vacation but thought we’d try something new this year. Whole family voted to return here next time over the AirBnB. The woodsy setting is nice and appreciated that it wasn’t a typical chain hotel experience. Close enough to everything to be convenient but set aside enough to still feel peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody

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

Woodsy retreat near the Dunes

A comfortable, quaint, clean spot. Nice outdoor seating areas with swings. There's a bar and an UNO Pizzaria (not the chain)on site that was pretty delicious. Beautiful woodsy area with a stream behind the building that our balcony overlooked (lots of birds to watch). Didn't use the pool or sauna but they were open. Pretty easy to get to the parks and dunes in the area. Definitely will go back with the family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025