Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Popular amenities

Breakfast included
Gym
Housekeeping
Laundry
Parking included
24/7 front desk

Explore the area

7850 Rhode Island St, Merrillville, IN, 46410

Place, Westfield Southlake Mall
‪1 min drive‬
Place, Albanese Candy Factory
‪5 min drive‬
Place, Deep River Water Park
‪8 min drive‬
Airport, Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
‪59 min drive‬

Room options

Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking (Bathtub W/grab Bars)

Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-in Shower)

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Merrillville

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Westfield Southlake Mall, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville is within 3 miles (5 km) of Methodist Hospitals Diabetes. This 112-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

Westfield Southlake Mall - 1 min drive - 0.9 miles
Albanese Candy Factory - 5 min drive - 4.0 miles
Turkey Creek Golf Course - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
Crown Point Sports Complex - 8 min drive - 6.7 miles
Deep River Water Park - 8 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

Gary Metro Center - 15 min drive
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

‪Portillo's Hot Dogs - ‬15 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
‪Panera Bread - ‬16 min walk
‪Culver's - ‬4 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville

Suburban hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center

At Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a conference center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and express check-out.

40-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Microwaves, coffee makers, and free local calls are also available.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Similar properties

Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$54 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

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 and van parking available

Food and drink

Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

Basketball
Designer stores
Gym
Shopping mall
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Children's games
In-room microwave
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Travel crib

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

24-hour business center
Conference center
Meeting room

Outdoors

Garden
In a provincial park
Pool loungers

Spa

In-room massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible bathtub
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Doorbell and phone notification
Elevator
Handrails in stairways
Height-adjustable showerhead
Lever door handles
Phone accessibility kit
Pool access ramp on site
Portable bathtub seat
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible van parking

1 building
2 floors
Banquet hall
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Restaurant dining guides

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 6:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday:

Bar/lounge
Full-service spa
Health club
Sauna
Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Cribs/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 6:00 PM
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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

This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a security system

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a security system.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Property is also known as

Courtyard Marriott Hotel Merrillville

Courtyard Marriott Merrillville

Courtyard Merrillville

Marriott Courtyard Merrillville

Marriott Merrillville

Merrillville Marriott

Clarion Inn Merrillville

Clarion Merrillville

Clarion Inn

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville Hotel

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville Merrillville

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville Hotel Merrillville

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville on Oct 14, 2025 start from $54.91, 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.

What is there to do near Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?

This hotel is located in Merrillville, close to Westfield Southlake Mall, Albanese Candy Factory, and Crown Point Sports Complex. You'll also find Turkey Creek Golf Course and Team Combat LIVE within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville have a casino at the property?

No, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including in-room massages and premium bedding in each guestroom with some featuring lake views.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville offers free continental breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville.

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville Reviews

6.2

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.2/10

Eco-friendliness

2/10 Terrible

Dyaneshia

Traveled with family

Jul 28, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

If I could rate this property and -0 I would never in my travels, have I encountered such a filthy room the bathtub had dirt in it. The bedding was disgusting. There was spiderwebs throughout the room and dead bugs on the floor. The lighting was so dim as if they were trying to shelter you from being able to see it. The building smelled, the room smelled the entire state was very regretful, but I had no other place to stay as everywhere else was sold out. I do not recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Traveled with partner

Jul 2, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This hotel was very out dated. Horrible customer service. I had to ask for towels over and over and never received them. Her response was they don’t have enough staff. It was molded. Construction was going on in the middle of the hallways, The Pool area was dirty. I had to ask them to clean it. It’s felt like something out of American horror story!! Staff was not helpful at all. This place needs to be shut down immediately.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lizette

Traveled with partner

Jul 1, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

From the moment you arrive you see the deterioration of the place, nothing to do with the photos with which they announce it. Everything around is dirty inside and out. It doesn't have air conditioning in the common areas and they stink. The rooms are not very clean either, in a whole week no one got to clean the room and much less to change sheets and towels. The corridors with garbage and bad smells. Most of the employees with a very bad attitude. The breakfast was very poor and poorly cooked, plus at 7:45am there was not even coffee left. As soon as I arrived and saw everything I wanted to cancel even if they charged me for the first night but they told me that if I canceled I had to pay for the 6 nights I had booked so I chose to stay, but it was totally unpleasant.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Beverly

Traveled with family

Jun 30, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

They are in the process of renovating old, neglected property. Our room was clean. However, the breakfast was skimpy to nonexistent, the TV had no cable service to it, and the pools (inside and outside) were out of service. I would not recommend staying here until the renovations are completed. The staff is very nice though and apologetic of the conditions.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ari

Jun 29, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Don't Do It!

The hotel is aged and is in need of a major renovation. The housekeeping is not impressive. A dirty hairy towel was left in the bathroom hanging on shower curtain rack. The shower curtain and bedspread had stains. The staff was ver nice. The hotel itself needs a major overhaul. I can't believe that this is a Wyndham Hotel. Wyndham dropped the ball on this hotel.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Noah

Business traveler, Traveled with partner

Jun 29, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The only good thing i have to say about the property was that the lady who initially checked me in and helped me switch rooms was very polite and helpful. The rest was a nightmare. Stephen king could easily find inspiration from even just one night here. Dead bugs everywhere. No AC on the hottest day of the year. Broken furniture and appliances are scattered throughout the property. My first room smelled like stale cigarettes and had no working fridge. The second room, a king suit, had burns in the curtains, no ac, the fridge was in the middle of the room leaving a huge ugly empty spot near the wall where it was meant to go. I had to fix the TV, there was a huge birds nest obstructing the window, the faucet was installed incorrectly in the shower, and where the floor met the ceiling and in the corners of the room there is clear space that shouldnt be there. I would request a full refund at this time and warn anyone against going here for a night. Several gunshots overnight, woke up saturday to beer cans and trash scattered all over the front of the property. Hallway upstairs smelled like weed also. And all staff other than the one woman i mentioned were unattentive and rude. We basically had to beg for toilet paper and extra towels, which where handed over with a very sarcastic attitude. There's more and I have photos. The city should shut this place down. The phone didnt even work.

Burns holes in curtains, the entire place was incredibly dirty also. Dust everywhere. On every surface.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Latisha

Jun 29, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Friendly staff

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dr. Derrick, Michigan City

Jun 29, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The place was dirty, bags of garbage in the hallways that had not been picked up in 2+ days. The room smelled like mold and there were pieces of mold being blown from the AC unit. The shower didn’t look like it had been cleaned, so I ended up buying my own cleaning supplies to clean the room. Things were so bad, I ended up checking out a day early. Don’t let the pics fool you; this place is a dump, seriously.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

jose

Jun 28, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carol

Jun 28, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room was dirty, grounds littered with trash --beer cans, had one coffee pod- decaf at that, and one cup for my stay. Hallway cunningly decorated with a toilet plunger which remained in place as long as I was there. The receptionist was great though.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gary B.

Jun 28, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Talina

Traveled with family

Jun 28, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not as pictured

Property is under construction and the pictures posted was not what it looks like in person! The grounds haven’t been kept up the patio by the pond was what I was looking forward to and it’s not at all what the pictures showed. Some windows broken. Mattresses outside laying by the side entrance. It’s okay for quick shower and nap.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Felicia

Traveled with family

Jun 26, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

precious

Jun 25, 2025

Quiet, hallways were not as clean as they should have been. Service was good, breakfast was ok.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

joe

Jun 23, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Just do not go there. Massive facility issues including a/c not working, room keys also didnt work. Not enough staff/cheap prices = chaos. We stayed an hour before leaving. When attempting to get a refund an impromptu fist fight broke out in the lobby. Just dont go. The whole area is sketchy....

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mia

Jun 23, 2025

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

Bad

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joanne

Traveled with group

Jun 22, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Driving in there was weeds and trash in all the areas! Our rooms air wasn't sufficient, TV didn't work, ice maker broken and the advertised bar was not open. In general, we had to leave because of the horrific conditions! This hotel shouldn't be advertised until it is remodeled.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Jun 22, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nichole

Traveled with family

Jun 20, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Property appeared abandoned. Air in room did not work front desk woman screamed at me for 10 mins before changing rooms. Most rooms under construction pool is not open food is not cooked properly and unsafe to eat. We all got sick after eating the breakfast. Nothing is at appears in pictures on Expedia. HORRIBLE AND UNSAFE DO NOT STAY HERE!!!! Should be shut down and condemned!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cierra

Jun 19, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Donald

Jun 17, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Business traveler

Jun 15, 2025

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

You get what you pay for

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle

Business traveler

Jun 15, 2025

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

Most of this Hotel is under renovation but this really wasn’t the issue! The cleaning crew left a huge bag of trash sitting next to my room door for days until I finally took it to the dumpster myself because of the smell! Then when I needed to extend my stay the hotel wanted to charge a much higher rate so I booked it through my app but I made a mistake and booked the Friday a week later because of the app! Hotels had over a week to stop the payment but let it go through promising to take care of it and never did so I lost 100 ! The hotel manager Jay witnessed what happened and assured me he would make it right and lied! Call the number and it rings busy for 2 weeks now ! You get what you pay for people lesson learned!