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Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
One of Chesterton's best hotels and inns, the Springhouse Inn hotel near Chesterton, Indiana provides lodging accommodations and meeting retreat option in Northwest Indiana near the Indiana Dunes State Park, the historic Bailly Homestead, Chellberg Farm and within minutes of Prime Outlet Lighthouse Mall. We are also convenient to popular attractions such as Anderson's Orchard & Winery, the Schoolhouse Shop & Antiques, Blue Chip Casino and the Valparaiso University Chapel of the Resurrection. As well as area businesses like Worthington Steel, Mittal Steel, Beta Steel, Oglebay Norton Minerals and GTE. When visiting the Chesterton, Indiana area make the Springhouse Inn in Porter/Chesterton, Indiana your first choice for Chesterton, Indiana hotels. Where you can enjoy the cozy warmth of a bed and breakfast inn, with the clean, friendly services of a hotel. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
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Overall score
3.2 out of 5
(37 reviews)
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Hotel address: 303 N. Mineral Springs Road, Porter, IN 46304
Porter, IN
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare)
Located just 2 miles from the entrance to the Indiana Dunes State Park, Springhouse Inn is surrounded with natural history.
Bistro, Basils, Billy Jack's Cafe & Grill, Clayton's, Culver's Frozen Custard & Butterburgers, Dish, Don Quijote, Galveston's Steakhouse, Gelsomos Pizzeria, Lucrezia Cafe, McDonalds, Burger King, Subway, Miller Bakery Cafe, Phil Smidt's, Pumps on 12, Satiagos, Strongbow Inn, Taste of Thailand, Val's Pizza & Grinders, Wagner's Ribs.
The Spring House Inn offers a daily deluxe continental breakfast, including make your own Belgian waffle bar with assorted toppings, deli-style bagels, english muffins, assorted muffins, assorted hot and cold cereals, and fresh fruit. Freshly brewed gourmet coffees, hot tea, hot cocoa and spiced ciders are also available with a selection of juices.
Spring House Inn is the perfect, peaceful place to host your next meeting or retreat. Our professional staff will coordinate your audio-visual and refreshment break needs. Parlor A -- seats 16 Sitting Rooms (2) -- seat 8-10 each for informal gatherings or break-outs
Please enter check-in and check-out dates to the right to select a room
Check-in: 1500
Check-out: 1200
Local currency: USD
*rate found for check-in Dec 26, check-out Dec 28
Rates displayed reflect the lowest rate found over the next 30 days. This rate is subject to change. Rates may not include service charges, extra person charges, fees or incidental charges (such as room service).
Converted rates (shown in parentheses) are provided for your convenience. They are based on today's exchange rate, but the hotel will charge you in the local currency.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at this hotel, but within a reasonable distance and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel.
Overall score
3.2 out of 5
(37 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
Score
4 out of 5
Woodsy and spacious but broken stuff
westwardtraveller Nov 21, 2009
I really like the location in the woods with plenty of spots to sit and enjoy the cabin-like feel. The room itself was ... spacious. Two weaknesses though: 1. The room lighting was amazingly dim. I had all the lamps on at night and it was still not easy to see inside the room. 2. The hot tub and sauna were both permanently disabled - not temporarily broken, but sealed off. Consider that when comparing your options -- it is not worth paying extra for these features since they won't be available.
Traveler type: Single
The hotel is actually in Porter, so for dining, you should cross the highway into Chesterton proper for more options with restaurants and supermarkets.
Score
1 out of 5
what happened to service
dorathy Sep 24, 2009
we have stayed here before and the service was pretty nice but this time the lobby and breakfast people were not freindly and ... we had to ask several times for help to no avail the breakfast was a poor version of food we had no porch lighting even after we called down about it no outdoor seating and the hot tub and sauna were not working. these are a few basic reasons people choose a hotel and We probaly will not make reservations there again next year
Traveler type: Business
Score
3 out of 5
It was okay, but nice
james Sep 22, 2009
Breakfast was okay but i prefered to go somewhere else. There breakfast also ended to early. It was over at eight am.Overall, ... this place was extremely nice and i would stay again. It was relaxing and a quiet place by a wooded area.
Traveler type: Couples
Reviews represent the opinions of Orbitz customers, not of Orbitz or its staff.
The hotel is actually in Porter, so for dining, you should cross the highway into Chesterton proper for more options with restaurants and supermarkets.
--westwardtraveller, Sacramento CA Nov 21, 2009
Good cheap dining options are nearby along U.S. 20 and in downtown Porter.
--Scott Eiler, Palatine, IL Sep 7, 2009
Don Quijote restaurant in Valparaiso
--Julia, Chicago, IL Sep 6, 2009
Overall score
3.2 out of 5
(37 reviews)
Reviews and scores for each hotel are collected from customers who purchased a stay at that hotel.
Reviewers are asked to rate a variety of hotel attributes on a scale of 1 to 5. The highest possible score is "5," meaning the user was "very satisfied," while "1" is the lowest, meaning the user was "very dissatisfied."
The "overall score" is an average of all reviewer scores submitted for a hotel.
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Score
4 out of 5
Woodsy and spacious but broken stuff
westwardtraveller Nov 21, 2009
I really like the location in the woods with plenty of spots to sit and enjoy the cabin-like feel. The room itself was ... spacious. Two weaknesses though: 1. The room lighting was amazingly dim. I had all the lamps on at night and it was still not easy to see inside the room. 2. The hot tub and sauna were both permanently disabled - not temporarily broken, but sealed off. Consider that when comparing your options -- it is not worth paying extra for these features since they won't be available.
Traveler type: Single
The hotel is actually in Porter, so for dining, you should cross the highway into Chesterton proper for more options with restaurants and supermarkets.
Score
1 out of 5
what happened to service
dorathy Sep 24, 2009
we have stayed here before and the service was pretty nice but this time the lobby and breakfast people were not freindly and ... we had to ask several times for help to no avail the breakfast was a poor version of food we had no porch lighting even after we called down about it no outdoor seating and the hot tub and sauna were not working. these are a few basic reasons people choose a hotel and We probaly will not make reservations there again next year
Traveler type: Business
Score
3 out of 5
It was okay, but nice
james Sep 22, 2009
Breakfast was okay but i prefered to go somewhere else. There breakfast also ended to early. It was over at eight am.Overall, ... this place was extremely nice and i would stay again. It was relaxing and a quiet place by a wooded area.
Traveler type: Couples
Score
1 out of 5
Springhouse Inn is going downhill
Beach Traveler Sep 22, 2009
We would not stay here again. Everything is getting run down. The pool area had been closed for at least several weeks and ... when it finally re-opened the jacuzzi was still out of order. They offer a complimentary continental breakfast but it is a lot skimpier than it was a year ago. This would be a wonderful place if it was fixed up!
Traveler type: Couples
Score
3 out of 5
Nice but past it's prime
Passer By Sep 11, 2009
Upon arrival the Spring House is delightful. Beautiful setting and walking into a beautiful foyer. The breakfast was very ... nice although could be improved with some simple donuts or sweet treats. I loved the outdoor balcony. Although ours had obviously not been used in a long time because the chairs were disgusting.(could not sit on them) It is quiet and restful and was a nice change from chain hotels. Thus giving up some things like clean carpets and drapes can be over looked for a one night stay. Would I come back??? Maybe. The staff was exceptional. We were put in a smoking room and when I pointed out my reservation was for non smoking she made the switch with out batting an eye. very nice. A little loving care would go a long way. The hot tub and spa were out of order and the Beautiful pool was COLD>
Traveler type: Couples
Score
2 out of 5
Spring House Inn, Porter/Indiana Dunes
Scott Eiler Sep 7, 2009
The hotel denied my Orbitz reservation, even though they had rooms anyway. I took one of those rooms. It was clean and ... full-featured, but the ceiling looked like it had not been swept or repaired in six years - which, coincidentally, is how long the hotel has been under new management according to the desk staff. The new management is so heavily into cutting costs, they locked the doors to the breakfast room at 8 am on Labor Day.
Traveler type: Couples
Good cheap dining options are nearby along U.S. 20 and in downtown Porter.
Score
2 out of 5
Super location
Julia Sep 6, 2009
Very nice wooded lot. Close to trail & Dunes ...
Traveler type: Couples
Don Quijote restaurant in Valparaiso
Score
4 out of 5
It worked well for us
Grandma and the kids Sep 6, 2009
Great location for visiting the duneland area. Helpful, friendly staff. Breakfast was a bit early, but pretty good. ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
3 out of 5
Diamond in the rough
JP Aug 24, 2009
Spent 1 night to celebrate girlfriends birthday. Hotel was built in approx 1982 and is being refurbished. Hotel has only 50 ... large rooms. Small sitting, viewing common rooms everywhere. Every room has patio or deck. Only 1/2 mile from Highway 20 however hotel is surrounded by woods. Work needs to be done however mainly cosmetic. Decks need cleaning, lanscaping could use trimming. Very nice pool. Nature trails. Restaurants are probably 10 minute drive. Personnel very friendly and helpful. Will definetely stay again
Traveler type: Couples
Score
3 out of 5
Springhouse Inn
no nickname Aug 18, 2009
The hotel is in a great location. Very quiet, and nice. However, the staff was very unfriendly, and rude. We were trying to ... use the pool, it was around 9:00PM. Suddenly, the administrator, accompanied by a foreigner(supposedly the owner) rushed in and started yelling at us that the pool was closed. Everywhere there were signs posted that the pool is open unitll 11:00PM. Then the foreigner told us that we can stay a little bit. After maybe half an hour, around 10:00PM, he came back and kicked us out of the pool. We were hoping to swim and relax in the pool after an hour and a half of stressfull driving. There was also a sauna, which was already shut down, although it was advertised to be available as well.
Traveler type: Couples
Indiana dunes is a 5-10 minutes away.
Score
2 out of 5
surprised but not for the better
Pegita Aug 11, 2009
I did like the remote woodsy area, however, as soon as we pulled into the parking lot, with all the weeds coming through the ... pavement, we knew we were in for an interesting visit. The hotel looked deserted and uninviting. (The maintenance outdoors defintely needs some work). The main lobby and sitting area were very nice, however, when we opened the door to our room, it was not a very pleasant smell. It just really needs some upgrades with the bedspreads and carpet. The curtains were very dirty and the windows looking out were just as bad. I think at one time this was a great place, but has been neglected in areas. If it was properly maintained I would come back, but not in the condition it is in right now!
Traveler type: Single
Score
4 out of 5
Great location!
Bill Aug 10, 2009
Really enjoyed the woods that our room deck looked out over on the back side, even saw some deer in the morning from there! ... My girlfriend commented on how dirty the decks were, however. Maybe the hotel staff should sweep and wipe them down more often. The room itself was very clean and nice. The whole place was a pleasant Tudor style Inn back in a woods setting. We were close to the Michigan City outlet mall and beach and there was a very good local Mexican food place / tavern 2 miles away!
Traveler type: Couples
Great place for the money. Close to the Dunes and Lake Michigan. Only 10 miles or so from Michigan City.
Score
5 out of 5
Jewel at the National Lakeshoe
Rick Aug 10, 2009
Off the beaten path. No semis storing down the road. Setting backs on a bluff with a quiet stream and large oaks. Friendly ... atmosphere. Numerous sitting rooms. Good cont'l breakfast. National Lakeshore trail is less than a half mile away. Calumet bike trail is only 1.5 miles away via quiet paved road. Indiana Dune State Park only 2 miles away. Better price than national chains. Restaurants are a couple of miles away.
Traveler type: Family
Look for the path across US 20 at the north end of Howe Road. It is a pedestrian entrance to the Bailey Farm portion of the National Lakeshore. Saw a heron, deer and bobcats on one hike.
Score
4 out of 5
Quaint, perfect location, dusty!
Iansmommy Aug 4, 2009
I really liked the location, surroundings, and the vintage setting. However, the rooms were dusty and poorly maintained. ... Even when asked to dust and vacuum the dust was barely touched and under the beds were full of old wrappers. Unfortunately it is obvious that monies are not being spent to maintain this great property. The pool was not working and the workout room needs some updating. Once the economy has stabilized hopefully management can recruit some investers. This place can become a gem.
Traveler type: Family
Easy access to all the beaches and close proximately to the local towns.
Score
2 out of 5
no completely satisfied
jen Jul 30, 2009
nice place but you can tell it is struggling to stay alive ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
Pleasant stay
Adrian Jul 27, 2009
We enjoyed that the hotel was very secluded, nice atmosphere. ...
Traveler type: Family
Score
4 out of 5
July, 2009
Travelers from the South Jul 27, 2009
Room size was comparable to chain hotels, and room was very clean. Nice to have a microwave, iron, refrigerator. Couldn't ... hear our neighbors until a very unhappy baby couldn't sleep one night. We didn't stay in the room much due to our family nearby. If you stay, make sure the "do not disturb" is on the door or the housekeeping staff will be knocking a little too early! The parking lot really does need some work. Fix the potholes and pull some weeds to improve the first impression. I might not have stayed if I hadn't had someone else's recommendation and my rsvp already made.
Traveler type: Couples
Any kind of fast food is available in Chesterton, just a few minutes away.
Score
4 out of 5
Nice location, good price, large room
Gary Jul 18, 2009
We enjoyed the nice large room and quiet wooded setting. The shower knob was missing its screw and fell off when used. ... Continental breakfast was just coffee, period. The drive and parking lot has large chuck holes and needs attention. We took the South Shore rail Line to Chicago to the Theatre. We would stay there again since the price is good for the area, and the rooms are nice and larger than usual.
Traveler type: Couples
Several restaurants are within 5 minutes of the motel. National Lakeshore is close. South Shore Lines, the best way to travel to downtown Chicago, has a stop at Dune Park, about 5 minutes away
Score
4 out of 5
Great location but needs improvement
Happy to hit the beach Jul 9, 2009
I am fearful by the grounds that this place may go under & that would be a shame as the staff did their best, it was ... charmingly set in the woods but decks were unswept and full of spider webs. Breakfast was adequate & coffe was always on.
Traveler type: Friends
Leroy's restaurant looks like a dive but had great food.
Score
1 out of 5
Bad Stay
Disgusted In Michigan Jul 3, 2009
This was one of the worst hotel stays I have ever experienced. When I arrived at the hotel they did not have my reservation ... and had to call Orbitz which was very embarrassing. As we were driving up to the hotel my first thought was "what have I done" there was a building next to it that was not being used, the parking lot and lawn were both overran with weeds. It looked absolutely horrible from the outside. the clerk told us that breakfast was in the morning from 8-10 but when we got downstairs at 9 we were told that breakfast was served from 5-8 so we missed out on it. We called the front desk to request another pillow and was told that they would call us back and they never did. I will never book another trip through Orbitz and I will tell everyone that I know the horrible time that I had. This hotel looks absolutely wonderful in the pictures but it was nothing like I thought it would be. They were repairing the pool and had a very strong smell like rubber cement all through the halls it was just terrible. If you are thinking of staying here don't do it!
Traveler type: Couples
I was led to believe that the outlet mall was very close to this hotel and that it was right off of I94 which was not true. When I asked for directions I was given a brocture and we had to try and figure out how to get there from the hotel which was out in a remote area. We ended up stopping at a gas station to get directions. The hotel staff was not helpful at all, they could've told us how to get to the Outlet Mall.
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The hotel is actually in Porter, so for dining, you should cross the highway into Chesterton proper for more options with restaurants and supermarkets.
--westwardtraveller, Sacramento CA Nov 21, 2009
Good cheap dining options are nearby along U.S. 20 and in downtown Porter.
--Scott Eiler, Palatine, IL Sep 7, 2009
Don Quijote restaurant in Valparaiso
--Julia, Chicago, IL Sep 6, 2009
Indiana dunes is a 5-10 minutes away.
--no nickname, Chicago, IL Aug 18, 2009
Great place for the money. Close to the Dunes and Lake Michigan. Only 10 miles or so from Michigan City.
--Bill, Peru, IN Aug 10, 2009
Look for the path across US 20 at the north end of Howe Road. It is a pedestrian entrance to the Bailey Farm portion of the National Lakeshore. Saw a heron, deer and bobcats on one hike.
--Rick, Ann Arbor, MI Aug 10, 2009
Easy access to all the beaches and close proximately to the local towns.
--Iansmommy, Chicago, IL Aug 4, 2009
Any kind of fast food is available in Chesterton, just a few minutes away.
--Travelers from the South, South Carolina Jul 27, 2009
Several restaurants are within 5 minutes of the motel. National Lakeshore is close. South Shore Lines, the best way to travel to downtown Chicago, has a stop at Dune Park, about 5 minutes away
--Gary, Atlanta, Indiana Jul 18, 2009
Leroy's restaurant looks like a dive but had great food.
--Happy to hit the beach, Lake Ozark Mo Jul 9, 2009
I was led to believe that the outlet mall was very close to this hotel and that it was right off of I94 which was not true. When I asked for directions I was given a brocture and we had to try and figure out how to get there from the hotel which was out in a remote area. We ended up stopping at a gas station to get directions. The hotel staff was not helpful at all, they could've told us how to get to the Outlet Mall.
--Disgusted In Michigan, Battle Creek, Mi Jul 3, 2009
dunes
--Doug & Diane, coal city, Ill Jun 30, 2009
Indiana Dunes are nearby. Also Valparaiso University is about a 20 minute drive.
--Jean, USA Mar 31, 2008
Ryan's Irish Pub
--Pawel, Indianapolis, IN Sep 23, 2007
Close to Lake Micheagan and the Dunes area.
--Jean, USA Aug 23, 2007
GREAT BREAKFAST GET THERE EARLY, THEY DONT WASTE ANYTIME PUTTING IT AWAY.
--lindsay, Columbus, OH Aug 19, 2007
short drive to the lake
--Virginia, USA Aug 14, 2007
Great park within a short drive.
--Elizabeth, USA Aug 12, 2007
There's a wonderful place for ribs nearby that offers dine in, or carry-out, it,s called Wagner's. The only drawback was, no children.
--Deana, USA Aug 12, 2007
Indiana Dunes Park is just a few minute drive away. There is nice dinning about ten minutes drive as well.
--Kim, Cleveland, OH Jul 29, 2007
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