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About
Offering guest rooms with private balconies overlooking Chubb Lake, this hotel is less than 5 miles from Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and the beaches of Lake Michigan. A microwave and a refrigerator are included in every room at Waterbird Lakeside Inn. A hairdryer is also provided in each air-conditioned guest room. Gary/Chicago International Airport and central Michigan City are within 20 miles of the property. Chicago city center is less than 1 hour dove away.
445 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.5
- Staff
- 8.6
- Location
- 9.0
What Guests Say
- “Our room was spacious and clean. The room had a small, private deck that overlooked a lake with lots of birds swimming and flying…”
- “The balcony over the lake and the view including the wildlife.”
Top Amenities
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Non-Smoking Rooms
Room Options
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1/4Double Room with Two Double Beds
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4King Room with Lake View
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
1/4King Room with Spa Bath and Lake View
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony
- Bath or Shower
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What Guests Loved
Based on 445 reviews
Pros +
- Our room was spacious and clean. The room had a small, private deck that overlooked a lake with lots of birds swimming and flying around. We could also watch the lake birds from the bed or couch. Ths staff was also very friendly and helpful.
- The balcony over the lake and the view including the wildlife.
- The lake view
Cons -
- We liked everything about the hotel.
- Yes the balcony had 100 of spiders so I couldn’t sit out on it. The room cleanliness wasn’t good at all
- 1st assigned room not prepared. Told desk person and assigned another room. Went to room and the bed was made with sheets and a comforter with Pee stains and blood stains on them, including the mattress cover. We asked for refund, said no.
Our room was spacious and clean. The room had a small, private deck that overlooked a lake with lots of birds swimming and flying around. We could also watch the lake birds from the bed or couch. Ths staff was also very friendly and helpful.
We liked everything about the hotel.
The balcony over the lake and the view including the wildlife.
The lake view
Yes the balcony had 100 of spiders so I couldn’t sit out on it. The room cleanliness wasn’t good at all
View of the Lake from balcony.
1st assigned room not prepared. Told desk person and assigned another room. Went to room and the bed was made with sheets and a comforter with Pee stains and blood stains on them, including the mattress cover. We asked for refund, said no.
Location.
Room was not clean. Used bedding. Makeup on pillow, hair & food in bed. Stains on bed pad & on couch & wall. Light bulb missing to lamp. Bathroom & vanity had makeup and hair. Dust & black build-up all over especially in bathroom. Very dirty room.
The staff was wonderful and the view was beautiful
It was a little older hotel, but clean and comfortable. The view off the balcony was wonderful.
Good room size and lake view
The train horn went off many times, waking me up multiple times
The room was clean. The staff was pleasant. There was a nice balcony overlooking Chubb lake outside our room. We were within walking distance of several eating establishments. The downtown area was charming, with older buildings. Would recommend.
The room and lobby were beautifully decorated and accented by the lake view.
They did not offer breakfast but there were options close by.
The room was clean and spacious. The bed was very comfortable. The view was spectacular.
The bathroom needed some maintenance and updating. Baseboards were chipping and falling off in a few places, flooring needed some attention, backsplash/bathroom counters needed some attention.
-Location. -Keys/locks/ AC work adequately. Nice lake view (except glass door condensation blocks it). Staff was pleasant enough.
bathroom vanity door won¿t close, shower instructions stapled to wall, low water pressure, open deck floor on balcony, balcony door condensation, insufficient lighting, ceiling grill still taped from painting, no elevators, trashy side entrance.
The view
Our room appeared dirty when we first got there. I started to wipe down surfaces, and it was fairly clean. The whirlpool tub was exceptionally clean, even before cleaning it myself. The room just wasn't finished, remodeled and finishing touches not done.
The room was extremely spacious and the patio overlooking the lake was great!
The staff was quick to bring extra towels but otherwise were unseen. No one to greet you at check in or check out, you had to pick up the old phone in the hallway to request assistance. No booklet in room to tell about places to eat or shop locally.
The room was large.
Beds were on the small side. We booked this hotel because of the private balcony but this was unusable after dark. No lights and spider infested.
Room with a hot tub was great! Bed comfortable. Room clean. Hotel and room was dated.. definitely needs updating but it served its purpose. We had a great time hiking. Food places close by .. good weekend
Just needs updated
Love visiting the Waterbird! The rooms are reasonably priced, always clean and have great views of the lake.
Stayed many times. Rooms were always clean and very close to many restaurants and train station.
We loved the spaciousness of the room, the comfy bed, and wonderful lakeview. Hotel was close to the events we were in town for.
Would have liked if it had a pool or a free breakfast like many hotels have, or 24-hour coffee in the lobby. The sliding screen door to the balcony was a bit broken and off the track. It was useable but just not as good as it should be.
I did not get laid in this hotel because the front desk staff gave my ex girlfriend a key to our room and she wasn't even staying there.
The pond behind it.
It's very outdated, dusty and musky.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Health & Safety
- Health Services
- Daily disinfection
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Accessible toilet
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
General
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. |
| Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Important info
You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Managed by a private host
Location
556 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, IN
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