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Waterbird Lakeside Inn

2.0 star property
Lakefront hotel in Chesterton with free parking

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2 Double Bed, Lake View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Waterbird Lakeside Inn offers a quiet atmosphere near Indiana Dunes National Park. Guests enjoy practical amenities like laundry facilities and in-room WiFi in a smoke-free environment. The staff consistently receives praise for their helpfulness from previous visitors.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Double Bed, Lake View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

2 Double Bed, Lake View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
556 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, IN, 46304

What's nearby

  • Lustron House - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders - 8 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 12 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sunrise Family Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Waterbird Lakeside Inn

Hotel near Indiana Dunes National Park
Waterbird Lakeside Inn provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Waterbird Lakeside Inn have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a lake

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Waterbird Lakeside Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Waterbird Lakeside Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterbird Lakeside Inn located?

Situated on a lake, this hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Chesterton Art Center and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Indiana Dunes National Park. Lustron House and Wykes-Plampin Nature Preserve are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Waterbird Lakeside Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 975 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 322 out of 975 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 140 out of 975 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 975 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 40 out of 975 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Average place but the location on the lake and balcony put it above the hotels on the highway!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lake view is beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryleasha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got there late but the hot tub was well worth it
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to Indiana Dunes National Park!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very tranquil.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very close to the Dunes Parks. It was recently renovated. The room was big and comfortable and beds were very comfortable. It is very close by car to Chesterton, cute town where we enjoyed a delicious dinner at Lucrezia Italian restaurant. There were plenty of fast food places very close to the property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

OLUFEMI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel. My stay was very comfortable, the lake view from the balcony is amazing and the room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I actually had a bit of trouble finding the correct check-in area, as there are 2 adjacent motels/inns. But I really liked this place, especially with the deck overlooking the small lake. The room was clean and I felt safe. The staff was very friendly.
View from the deck at sunrise time. There were several species of water birds present, but not in this photo.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great views of water (big pond) and many birds- swans, ducks, egrets, herrons, terns, and geese, and many more.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARJORIE Y

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love this property right on the lake staff always pleasant and professional and so much to do in the surrounding area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gail

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Carpet with mold, bugs, staff rude. Left and went to Best Western.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Caden

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel was okay, it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful! Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the experience however, they need to include a complimentary breakfast in the morning, I’ve paid less for hotel stays with the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, lovely view of Lake Chubb.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jaroslaw

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Dated hotel, but Ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view off the balcony is great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marquise

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a nice weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
wish there was a better late check out option, most hotels don’t charge you for late check outs
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was very clean and the ved was extremely comfortable. I loved the view of the lake and the balcony was just big enough for me to do yoga in the morning. Some of the interior could use some replacements and renovations, but it was comfortable and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We liked the hospitality. Very nice hostess at the front. Room was okay. Comfy bed. The area surrounding the outside walk up needs updates and fixes. The room inside needs updates for more modern tastes. The batbroom cabinet was broken and wouldn't close completely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, helpful staff. Property could use a little TLC, but clean. Will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel for the price. Did not provide breakfast, but cheaper than most that did. Clean and quiet. Grocery store and a couple fast food restraints in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Key card problems. No wi-fi on balcony. Otherwise ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness
Room felt clean but bathroom and furnishings were dated. Great lake view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025