About this property

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 centre is less than 1 hour dive away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Free private parking available on-site

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 double beds
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gavin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is a budget motel - so if you start with that expectation and the really low price then you are going to very pleasantly surprised by the size of the room and the beautiful views across the lake.
  • Maryanne
    United States United States
    Location, so pretty. Bed was incredibly comfortable, the room was huge, so the a/c was not right on top of us
  • Jimmy
    United States United States
    The balcony view of the lake is beautiful this time of year. The room was clean, comfortable beds, and hot water in the shower. Close to good restaurants and things to do.
  • Allison
    United States United States
    We loved the view from our balcony. We also loved having a microwave and fridge. Great location!
  • Cees
    Netherlands Netherlands
    location perfect, close to Indiana Dunes State park. several (fast) food options nearby. large and spacious room, balcony immediately facing the Lake.
  • Virginia
    Canada Canada
    Lovely big room. Very quiet but close to highway. View of a lake from balcony very pleasant. Beds very comfortable
  • David
    United States United States
    I pick this place each time in the area, mainly because of the balcony.
  • Annelise
    United States United States
    The view of the small lake is beautiful with your own little balcony. Bed was super comfortable with a small sitting area to take in some TV before turning in for the night.
  • Cynthia
    United States United States
    View was nice.. assume balcony safe....but chairs looked rickety and old. Some light bulbs out in room, Overall felt safe, and was clean .. beds comfy.
  • Carol
    United States United States
    The room was very comfortable and we got a view of the lake.

Property surroundings

House rules

Waterbird Lakeside Inn takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 08:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:00 and 08:00
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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 identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.