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Blue Gate Garden Inn

2.5 star property

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A horse-drawn carriage parked in front of a building with a distinctive emblem on the facade.
A spacious living area with a curved sectional sofa, a leather ottoman, and a chandelier.
A sunlit room with white Adirondack chairs, a potted plant, and a view of the outdoors.
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and tables.
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is NZ$220
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July

Explore the area

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800 South Van Buren Street, Shipshewana, IN, 46565
  • Place, Blue Gate Performing Arts Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Michiana Event Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipshewana Flea Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(89 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(95 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(177 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(71 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Shipshewana

You'll be connected to the convention centre at Blue Gate Garden Inn, and within just a 10-minute stroll of Blue Gate Performing Arts Center and Menno-Hof Museum of Culture. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Shipshewana hotel include Michiana Event Center and Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market.

What's nearby

  • Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Michiana Event Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Five Lakes Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Rise'n Roll - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ben's Soft Pretzels - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Yoder Popcorn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Blue Gate Garden Inn

Blue Gate Garden Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Blue Gate Garden Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Shipshewana hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Blue Gate Garden Inn offers 154 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Shipshewana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. 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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Ice Cream Shop

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per night

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Blue Gate Garden Inn Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden Inn
Blue Gate Garden Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden
Blue Gate Garden Inn Hotel
Blue Gate Garden Inn Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden Inn Hotel Shipshewana

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Blue Gate Garden Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

As of 27 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Gate Garden Inn on 5 Jul 2026 start from NZ$220, 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 Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Yep, Blue Gate Garden Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Gate Garden Inn?

The closest beach to Blue Gate Garden Inn is Dallas Lake Beach (18.4 km).

Does Blue Gate Garden Inn have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Blue Gate Garden Inn has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Blue Gate Garden Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Blue Gate Garden Inn is a hit with families.

Does Blue Gate Garden Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, guests are hooked on the free buffet breakfast here! Offered daily, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

No, Blue Gate Garden Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Blue Gate Garden Inn's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Blue Gate Garden Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1247 out of 1541 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 1541 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1541 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1541 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1541 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lowell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

MARK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, large spacious room and very nice staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

STEVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great warm indoor pool and whirlpool Delicious included breakfast buffet Gracious staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Richie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean room great breakfast staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lori

Very clean rooms, great staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cammie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property! Loved everything about this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice, clean rooms and hotel. The staff was super nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, friendly staff. Good breakfast buffet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and clean. They have a very welcoming staff and the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities were nice and the breakfast was the best hotel breakfast we have ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and room was so comfortable! Breakfast was amazing. Can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

Wonderful breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was our first stay and we were very pleased with the Blue Gate Garden Inn. The staff was great, the accommodations were great, and the breakfast buffet was excellent. It is our plan to return for another stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property in a convenient location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful property, clean and spacious room, and friendly staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is excellent. An omelet station, assorted fruit, apple breading and more.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karin

Very clean and great staff. The check in and check out process by email was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Clean and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great the beds comfortable. We will be back. We really enjoyed the pool, bonfire and awesome breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness, comfort, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and fun place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very clean, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026