Located near Indiana Dunes National Park, Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton offers a warm welcome with laundry facilities and in-room WiFi. Connect with the helpful staff at the 24-hour front desk, unwind with a snack from the vending machine, and enjoy self parking for your vehicle.
Reviews
6.86.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Pet friendly
Non-smoking
Laundry facilities
Free parking
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Main amenities (5)
Daily housekeeping
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Microwave
Private bathroom
Separate bedroom
Premium TV channels
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $85
$85
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Room options
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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
Indiana Dunes National Park - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
Indiana Dunes State Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
Getting around
South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 47 min drive
Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 12 min drive
Michigan City Station - 17 min drive
Gary Metro Center - 20 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min walk
Sunrise Family Restaurant - 13 min walk
The Original George's Gyros Spot - 12 min walk
Wendy's - 7 min walk
Taco Bell - 3 min walk
About this property
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton puts you just a 5-minute drive from Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Lake Michigan. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
40 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 50 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Premium cable channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Econo Lodge Chesterton
Econo Lodge Hotel Chesterton
Econo Lodge Chesterton Hotel
Chesterton Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge Chesterton
Fairbridge Express Chesterton
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Hotel
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Chesterton
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Hotel Chesterton
Frequently asked questions
Does Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 50 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?
Yes, there's free self parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Blue Chip Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.
What's the area around Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton like?
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton is in the heart of Chesterton, a short 20-minute walk from Chesterton Art Center.
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Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Reviews
Reviews
6.8
Good
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6.6/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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Coffee
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 9, 2025
Great stay
Dean
Dean, 5-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 10, 2025
Great road trip pit stop for the dunes. Really friendly staff and very close (walking) to bars and restaurants.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
Super laid back and very welcoming.
Matthew
Matthew, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 22, 2025
This place is like my second home
Rosa
Rosa, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 10, 2025
This Inn is a lovely place with luxurious king beds. It was quite an enjoyable place to stay and all the staff was very friendly. 10/10. No pool but you really can't beat it for the price
Della
Della, 6-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 30, 2025
Everyone was friendly and helpful
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
They might not be a big corporation hotel but the hospitality is what sold me. Debie was awesome. She treated us and everyone that came through those doors like family. We took our dog on vacation and she offered to care for him when we had to leave him in the room. I highly recommend this hotel if wanna feel like your home.
Melissa
Melissa, 3-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 23, 2025
A bit hard to find due to no sign on building.
Staff was helpful and friendly.
Room was spacious.
Close to Dunes National Park.
Short walk to wonderful Mexican Restaurant with outdoor dining.
Would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Carol
Carol, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 25, 2025
This is the place I go to when, I want my alone time
Rosa
Rosa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 13, 2025
This place is my second home when, I want to get my alone time.
Rosa
Rosa, 2-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 23, 2025
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Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 25, 2025
Really dirty room with bugs. Would not recommend
Daniel
Daniel, 6-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 16, 2025
Very nice workers!! And nice place to stay. Very quiet & comfortable.
Robyn
Robyn, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 12, 2025
This place is my 2nd home
Rosa
Rosa, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 12, 2025
For the price, this an excellent choice to stay at Fairbridge Inn. We absolutely recommend this place because the staff, especially Debbie is very friendly and is always willing to help with anything you might need. She is one of the biggest reasons why we chose to come back there multiple times, when we’ve needed a place to stay. We like the fact too that it’s a very safe place and again, for the price the room and accommodations are affordable, clean and comfortable. This is our go to place whenever we’ve needed a place to stay. Big thanks to Debbie and the owners and staff for making every stay a great experience for us and our cat.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 6, 2025
Room not turned over
Bruce
Bruce, 1-night trip
2/10 Terrible
Jul 1, 2025
Bad
Dennis
Dennis, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Mar 3, 2025
I always go there to recharge
Rosa
Rosa, 2-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jun 22, 2025
The tv did mot work. Yhe bathroom floor was very dirty in the base and corners
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Oct 14, 2024
Very quiet hotel.
Arthur E
Arthur E, 7-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Feb 28, 2025
Nice!
Sylvia
Sylvia, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Aug 4, 2024
I enjoyed staying there. I'll be going there at least once a month.
Rosa
Rosa, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 22, 2024
I enjoy staying here whenever I get the chance to get away from my kids to do self care.
Rosa
Rosa, 1-night trip
6/10 Okay
Jun 21, 2025
The front desk people were very nice but the room has rust and is old and has various worn wood and other materials. The chain lock was pulled out of its socket but I didn’t bother to tell anyone. The room is supposed to be non-smoking but smelled like smoke. When I told the front desk person she said the building is 30 years old and then gave me air freshener spray which did help. Wouldn’t stay there again.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Sep 1, 2024
We enjoy our stay. This is the third time we've stayed and will stay again.