FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville

2.0 star property
Motel in Merrillville with free parking

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Free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Laundry room
Lobby sitting area
Reception
Property entrance

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$75
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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8250 Louisiana Street, Merrillville, IN, 46410
  • Place, Westfield Southlake Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Methodist Hospitals Diabetes
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Merrillville

At FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Westfield Southlake Mall and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Methodist Hospitals Diabetes. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This motel 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 30-minute drive of this Merrillville motel include Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park.

What's nearby

  • Westfield Southlake Mall - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Methodist Hospitals Diabetes - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Deep River Water Park - 7 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 14 min drive - 21.6 km
  • University of Chicago - 40 min drive - 64.8 km

Getting around

  • Gary Metro Center - 16 min drive
  • Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Portillo's Hot Dogs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬14 min walk

About this property

FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville

Motel in Merrillville with free parking
As a guest of FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville, you'll find a vending machine, laundry facilities, and room service (during limited hours). Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.
  • 1 floor
  • 110 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville offers 110 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free toiletries. Televisions come with cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). 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

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 4 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 5.0 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.

  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 5.0 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville?

FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville 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 Merrillville?

As of 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville on 7 Jan 2026 start from AU$75.19, 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 Merrillville?

Yep, FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville?

The closest beach to FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville is Big Bass Beach (11.2 km).

Is FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville?

No, FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville?

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

Are pets allowed at FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville?

No, only service animals are allowed.

FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 489 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 94 out of 489 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 489 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 489 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 104 out of 489 reviews

6.2/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Amenities
Just wonderful understanding people
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are out of date and falling apart
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dyshone

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Etta

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeramiah

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jim

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jermal

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just rude and room was nasty

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kandace

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is extremely nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Ronald

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check-In staff is great, the morning house keeping lady would not stop knocking until you answered - though I had to yell through the door that I didn’t need service. The bedding, pillows, upkeep, and cleanliness of this hotel is what I would expect to see in a brothel; motel like at best.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Byron

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Kimberly

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Towels should be removed from service

Towels provided looked like they were cleaning rags. Looking just like towels used to detail a car.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Update the curtains all around n shampoo carpets n it will feel lil better I think
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Ike

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sink was not draining, dusty, bathroom tub not clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nikhil

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Emmanuelle

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

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025