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Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton

2.0 star property
Hotel in Chesterton with free parking

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Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Bathroom
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Reception
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Explore the area

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713 Plaza Dr., Chesterton, IN, 46304
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Chesterton

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton places you in the heart of Chesterton, within a 20-minute walk of Chesterton Art Center and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Indiana Dunes National Park. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Added amenities include laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Chesterton hotel include Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes State Park.

What's nearby

  • Lustron House - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • 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

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 12 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton

Hotel in Chesterton with free parking
As a guest of Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and camper van/bus/lorry parking. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Chesterton hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • No smoking on site
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, with an iron/ironing board. Beds feature premium bedding. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton on 22 Sept 2025 start from NZ$170.12, 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.

Is parking available at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?

Yep, Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?

The closest beach to Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton is Dune Acres Beach (6.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?

No, Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Reviews

Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Reviews

6.8

6.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 102 out of 333 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 333 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 333 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 333 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 50 out of 333 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The tv did mot work. Yhe bathroom floor was very dirty in the base and corners
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cheryl

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan eduardo

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gunner

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I walked into room and did not even stay here. Complete waste of my money. Totally nasty, dirty room!! Dirty towels left in bathtub, dirty sink, smelled like wet mildew and mold. The whole place was absolutely disgusting! Dirty walls. No way I’d recommend anyone stay or waste their money here!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Liberty

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The older woman working the front desk was kind and helpful. However that's just about the only good thing I can say. The entire hotel reeked of cigarettes and stale weed, and the room was disgusting. If I hadn't already paid I would have left for another hotel. There was hair on the towels, the floor, the bed, and stuck to the walls of the shower. There was visible dirt on the floor, and the sheets had stains on them. The dresser was broken, and the lamps didn't work. There was always someone at the front door smoking either cigarettes or weed. People were coming and going all hours of the night (which is to be expected in a hotel) but not when they are loud and the walls are made of paper. The toilet always ran and didn't flush half the time. Spend the extra 20 bucks a night and go somewhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Good location with lots of restaurants within a short walking distance. The wifi was slow and it throttled. The ice machine was always almost empty.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the place I go to when, I want my alone time
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Tara

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I wouldn’t recommend anyone 😡

My sheets was dirty my microwave was dirty and whn I went to lay down on the flat pillows I found a black big in between them which I’m not sure wasn’t a bed bug after tht I couldn’t sleep at all and had to be to work the nxt morning
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is my second home when, I want to get my alone time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Steve

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Smells like smoke. Smokers area is right in front of the door. Noisy. Water stains on the walls. Left after the first night. How do we get a refund for the wnd night.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is my 2nd home
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rodney

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not Clean

Nothing was clean it was a very unpleasant stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
If you need to stay the night I'd recommend it for the price. However the room itself was worn - the tables, shower even the toilet, the quality of the TV was poor too its reminiscent of 2000s pre-HD cable. But the bed was clean and thats important. Though the bathroom could've used another pass - found some hair in the drain trap. Its a fine place for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa, Portage

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I always go there to recharge
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice workers!! And nice place to stay. Very quiet & comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jordan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charged me a pet fee at door. There was no mention of a pet fee when booking. Receptionist was nosy.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025