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Van Buren Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Blue Gate Theater

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Front of property
Indoor pool
Porch
Reception
1 King Whirlpool

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
1175 Van Buren Street, Shipshewana, IN, 46565
  • Blue Gate Theater
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Michiana Event Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Shipshewana Flea Market
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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1 King

1 King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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2 Queen Suite with a twin Sofa Bed

2 Queen Suite with a twin Sofa Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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2 Queen Family Suite Sofa Bed

2 Queen Family Suite Sofa Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

2 Full Accessible with roll in shower

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 King Whirlpool

1 King Whirlpool

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 Bedroom King Suite with Sofa Bed

1 Bedroom King Suite with Sofa Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Shipshewana

At Van Buren Hotel you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Blue Gate Theater and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Shipshewana Flea Market. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Shipshewana hotel include Michiana Event Center and Dutch Creek Farm Animal Park.

What's nearby

  • Blue Gate Theater - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Michiana Event Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ben's Soft Pretzels - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪5 & 20 Country Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Yup's Dairyland - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Marner's Six Mile Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Van Buren Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, near Blue Gate Theater
Van Buren Hotel offers its guests an indoor pool and a fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Free breakfast is served daily. There are 3 meeting rooms available. A terrace, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Van Buren Hotel. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Shipshewana hotel.

  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
Van Buren Hotel offers 84 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a hydromassage showerhead, and complimentary toiletries.

This Shipshewana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Languages

English

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Blue Gate Garden Inn

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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
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 125 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 3 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per stay
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Up to 3 children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Buren Hotel
Hotel Van Buren
Van Buren Hotel
Van Buren Hotel Shipshewana
Van Buren Shipshewana
Country Inn Shipshewana
Shipshewana Country Inn
Shipshewana Country Inn
Van Buren Hotel Hotel
Van Buren Hotel Shipshewana
Van Buren Hotel Hotel Shipshewana

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Van Buren Hotel?

Yep, Van Buren Hotel has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Van Buren Hotel have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Van Buren Hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Van Buren Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Van Buren Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Van Buren Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, guests quite like the free buffet breakfast here! Offered daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Van Buren Hotel?

No, Van Buren Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Van Buren Hotel?

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

Van Buren Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 771 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1173 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay!

This a very clean and comfortable hotel. Great water pressure and drainage in shower. Good quality for the price. Breakfast buffet was delicious and plentiful. Well stay again if in the area!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was nice & clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A little messy indoors and outdoors at entrance on Sunday arrival and indoor pool listed as open when we may reservations just few days before coming- one of reasons we came on Sunday- but was closed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the size of the room, great location, overall good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort

Van burden hotel

The mattresses are not that comfy. They appear to be older.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Air fresheners plugged in and those smells are offensive to so many people with allergies and those who dislike those smells. They give me a headache so I had a headache all weekend. It felt like you were trying to mask either smoking or a sewage smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was down for some maintenance. We were contacted prior to our stay about the pool issue. I thought it was quite amazing that they would offer to refund our stay because of the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Disliked: Room comfort

Mattresses uncomfortable

The hotel is decent, but the mattresses were hard as a rock.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and Clean. Very Quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Toni

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel was clean and quiet. Room was comfortable but could use new pillows. Disappointed the pool was not open.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sheryl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Heated was putting out cold air Wish there was a whirlpool by pool
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Peaceful setting with beautiful country side.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERIKA, Kalamazoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this place 10/10 highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A great place to say.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Birthday weekend

Was a very pleasant stay. Our room was spacious and comfortable. Everyone was so pleasant, from the desk clerk to housekeeping staff. They serve a full breakfast, and a very spacious dining area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
It was clean but not worth the money took ten minutes to get any more than luke warm water we couldnt enen shower breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025