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Blue Gate Garden Inn

Property class: 2.5

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A spacious living area with a curved sectional sofa, a leather ottoman, and a chandelier.
A waterfall feature with large rocks and a small pond, surrounded by a landscaped area with a white building in the background.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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800 South Van Buren Street, Shipshewana, IN, 46565
  • Place, Blue Gate Performing Arts Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Michiana Event Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipshewana Flea Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(98 reviews)
  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(102 reviews)
  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(199 reviews)
  • 380 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a bench, and a painting on the wall.

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(81 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Shipshewana

Blue Gate Performing Arts Center is within a 5-minute walk of Blue Gate Garden Inn while other popular sites like Menno-Hof Museum of Culture are within a 15-minute stroll. This 154-room hotel has conveniences like free breakfast, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Centrally located in Shipshewana, the hotel is connected to the convention center and also a short walk from Michiana Event Center and Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market.

What's nearby

  • Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Michiana Event Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Blue Gate Theater - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Lakes Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Yoder Popcorn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ben's Soft Pretzels - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wana-Cup Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Blue Gate Garden Inn

Guests of Blue Gate Garden Inn have access to an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Free parking is included with your stay. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a hot tub, meeting rooms, and a conference center.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

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

Property amenities

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 and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Ice Cream Shop

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Basketball
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • 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 van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free 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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Blue Gate Garden Inn Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden Inn
Blue Gate Garden Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden
Blue Gate Garden Inn Hotel
Blue Gate Garden Inn Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden Inn Hotel Shipshewana

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Blue Gate Garden Inn offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

As of Sep 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Gate Garden Inn on Sep 13, 2026 start from $117, 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.

What can I see within easy reach of Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Located steps from Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, this hotel is in Shipshewana, and within a 10-minute walk of Michiana Event Center and Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market. You'll also find Shipshewana Flea Market and Blue Gate Theater less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-accessible van parking is also available for guests.

Does Blue Gate Garden Inn include a casino?

No, Blue Gate Garden Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub.

What do couples enjoy most about Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like an indoor pool and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include a kitchenette.

Does Blue Gate Garden Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Blue Gate Garden Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Blue Gate Garden Inn serves free buffet breakfast at Ice Cream Shop each morning.

Does Blue Gate Garden Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Blue Gate Garden Inn though service animals are welcome.

Does Blue Gate Garden Inn have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Blue Gate Garden Inn?

The closest major airport to Blue Gate Garden Inn is Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal), which is 21 mi away (28 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Blue Gate Garden Inn.

Blue Gate Garden Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1298 out of 1606 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1606 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1606 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1606 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1606 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this hotel several times in the past and have enjoyed those stays. We were very disappointed on this visit because we had booked 2 rooms under the same reservation, but the rooms were not even close to each other. One room was on the first floor and the other was on the top floor. They couldn't have been any further apart! We discovered the problem upon check-in and were told they could not change the room locations because the reservation was made through Expedia. I even offered to take downgraded rooms without a refund so that we could have rooms closer together. They again refused to help us. We don't understand why an otherwise decent hotel would deliberately aggravate a returning customer?
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. A little on the pricey side
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

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We have stayed here several times. It is such a beautiful and peaceful place to stay. We enjoy sitting outside and watching the horses nearby. The rooms are large and always very clean. It’s nice to have breakfast downstairs in the morning. They offer plenty of food. Definitely will visit again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best place to stay in Shipshewana! Everything is always excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was my first time here with my wife for a show, and it was PHENOMINAL!!! A hidden gem in Indiana for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We chose to stay at this property because of its proximity to the Blue Gate Performing Arts Center where we were going to attend a concert. We reserved a Royal Suite that had one very spacious bedroom with a king size bed, a queen bed in the open area (this bed was in a walled off space across from the bathroom) and there was a lot of space in the living area with a pull out sofa bed and small table and chairs. There was a small counter with microwave and mini fridge. Our room was not one of the newly renovated ones but it was still very nice. The room was very clean and the beds were comfortable. The included hot breakfast buffet was great! Made-to-order omelettes, breakfast casserole, biscuits and gravy, scrambled eggs, sausage links, donuts, bread, oatmeal, yogurt, cereal, waffles, fresh fruit. My only complaint would be no bacon and the coffee was weak. This was our first time visiting Shipshewana and we found it to be a very quaint town! Concert venue was enjoyable. We ate dinner at the Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery. We tried the Amish sampler meal and it was so delicious! We will definitely come back and plan to spend more time shopping. Unfortunately we didn’t realize the town totally closes down on Sundays.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean and well maintained facility. The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was excellent, with a chef cooking omelets on request. The outdoor patio with the fire pit and countryside view was a great place to relax. Overall, a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the breakfast fantastic with a nice variety of options and the location was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean place rooms were great also pool a rated a
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris

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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keyona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place can’t wait to go back everything was great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We try to stay here when attending a concert or a show in town. Perfect location for the concerts next door at the Blue Gate. This hotel has never disappointed us. Clean, friendly, reasonably priced and delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the location as it was not far from where we were actually going to vist my mother at. The thing i didnt like about the room was 1. the air conditioner was blowing out little black particles all over the bed when turn on high cool or high fan. It was almost like there was some type of foam insulation that had come apart and was blowing out. thankfully we had a double bed room so e just moved to the other bed. The rooms could really use a newer coat of paint and maybe something a little lighter even withthe lights on and dapes open still seemed a little dark and drab. Staff was very helpufl espically when we cut our trip short as we finished a day early and decided to head home. Cleaning staff made sure to put clean towles in our room every morning so that was a plus that we didn't have to ask for more. The free breakfst was a plus with just about anything you wanted to eat. I do wish they would have had bacon as the sausage links just wer not that tastey.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Toilet was child size — definitely should be higher for seniors since most of their business is seniors.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was really good as always. Very clean, friendly atmosphere, there’s everything you need right there!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DAMIAN

Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay!!!! Great breakfast!!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was really nice. The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026