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Our top choices for Portage motels

Suite, 2 Double Beds | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

1. OYO Hotel Portage I-94

OYO Hotel Portage I-94
2.0 star property
Portage
6.4 out of 10, (828 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly & informative. Easy check-in & out"
United States
Charles
The price is ฿2,172
฿2,650 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
OYO Hotel Portage I-94
Front of property – evening/night

2. Cool Springs Inn

Cool Springs Inn
2.0 star property
Michigan City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (342 reviews)
"I wanted something intimate and this litter gem was definitely a good spot just to relax to get away from the city..I loved it"
United States
danielle
The price is ฿2,317
฿2,595 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Cool Springs Inn
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

3. Motel 6 Hammond, IN - Chicago Area

Motel 6 Hammond, IN - Chicago Area
2.0 star property
Hessville, Hammond
6.6 out of 10, (1,005 reviews)
"Always a great stay and very nice staff."
United States
Rayanna
The price is ฿1,986
฿2,291 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Motel 6 Hammond, IN - Chicago Area
Free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

4. FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville

FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville
2.0 star property
Merrillville
7.0 out of 10, Good, (722 reviews)
"If you want a no-frills, friendly, nice stay, this is the place."
United States
DAVID
The price is ฿1,490
฿1,668 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville
Exterior

5. Motel 6 Merrillville, IN

Motel 6 Merrillville, IN
2.0 star property
Merrillville
6.0 out of 10, (938 reviews)
"I liked the staff. The breakfast should have had meat and the pool should have been working. The staff and management was excellent. I will be staying there again."
United States
Kimberly
The price is ฿2,512
฿2,813 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Motel 6 Merrillville, IN
Reception

6. Knights Inn Merrillville

Knights Inn Merrillville
1.5 star property
Merrillville
5.4 out of 10, (256 reviews)
"Price But they did charge a $20.00 cash deposit"
United States
Anthony
The price is ฿2,317
฿2,595 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Knights Inn Merrillville
Deluxe Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

7. Super 8 by Wyndham Hebron Lowell Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Hebron Lowell Area
2.0 star property
Hebron
7.4 out of 10, Good, (524 reviews)
"The reviews said a decent quiet stay. At best it was a dumpy, but quiet stay. Out first room was never cleaned The swap room was odd 3/4 renovated with a nasty shower and falling apart AC Unit. Hotel was just dark and dreary Bonus i found someone’s dirty sock on the floor .."
United States
Robert
The price is ฿2,533
฿2,837 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Hebron Lowell Area
Reception

8. Red Roof Inn & Suites Hammond, IN

Red Roof Inn & Suites Hammond, IN
2.0 star property
North Hammond
7.6 out of 10, Good, (95 reviews)
"Very nice motel and friendly staff."
United States
Pravin
The price is ฿2,946
฿3,300 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Red Roof Inn & Suites Hammond, IN
Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

9. Starway Inn

Starway Inn
2.0 star property
Lansing
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (188 reviews)
"Nice places"
United States
Kristoffer
The price is ฿2,471
฿2,791 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Starway Inn
Free WiFi, bed sheets

10. Motel 6 Lansing, IL - Chicago South

Motel 6 Lansing, IL - Chicago South
2.0 star property
Lansing
6.0 out of 10, (649 reviews)
"Need to have a microwave in the rooms instead of the lobby"
United States
Yaakov
The price is ฿2,714
฿3,067 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Motel 6 Lansing, IL - Chicago South
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Top Portage Hotel Reviews

Waterbird Lakeside Inn

Waterbird Lakeside Inn

8/10 Good
"Felt the property could have been very good. It has a super cool setting and rooms over the water was fun. However the room was not so good. It needs better cleaning protocols."
Randy 2-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Waterbird Lakeside Inn

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Portage Motels information

Number of reviews
881
Accommodation
12 Motels
Lowest Price
฿1,668
Highest Price
฿3,300

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Portage?
By saving on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Portage. Top sights include Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park.
What are motels like?
Motels often offer free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Introduced in the early 1950s, customised neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Portage?
Here you'll find some of Expedia customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. OYO Hotel Portage I-94: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Indiana Dunes National Park. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 Hammond, IN - Chicago Area: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central Portage is 13.7 mi (22 km) away. Motel 6 Merrillville, IN: Enjoy the in-room kitchenette, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from the heart of Portage. FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville: Central Portage is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Red Roof Inn & Suites Hammond, IN: 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from the heart of Portage. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What things can I to do in Portage?
Take time to explore the shops and enjoy the beaches in this family-friendly area while you're sightseeing. Must-see local attractions include Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Portage Lakefront Beach, Ogden Dunes Beach and West Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Deep River Water Park, Washington Park Zoo and Team Combat LIVE. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Marquette Park, Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor and East Shoreline.
What's the seasonal weather like in Portage?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Portage to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 21°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of -1°C. The snowiest months in Portage are January, December, November and February, with each month seeing an average of 15 cm of snowfall.
What are my options for getting around Portage while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Portage to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 32.1 mi (51.6 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), which is 45.8 mi (73.8 km) away. To venture out into the surrounding area, hop on a train at Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago.

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