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Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center

3.5 star property
Hotel in Middlebury with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre

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Courtyard
Indoor pool
Gallery Room, 2 Queen Beds
Interior
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Explore the area

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240 Hwy 20, Middlebury, IN, 46540
  • Blue Gate Theater
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Blue Gate Performing Arts Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Shipshewana Flea Market
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Gallery Room, 1 King Bed

Gallery Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Gallery Room, 2 Queen Beds

Gallery Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Fan
  • 44 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Middlebury

At Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Memorial Park and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Krider Gardens. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym along with access to bike hire and a playground. 4000 square feet (372 square metres) of event facilities include 4 meeting rooms and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Middlebury hotel, you'll be 2.5 km (1.5 mi) from Middlebury Community Historical and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Middlebury Public Library.

What's nearby

  • Blue Gate Theater - 16 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market - 16 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 16 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Michiana Event Center - 16 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 17 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Elkhart Station - 19 min drive
  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wedgewood Brewing Company - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Das Dutchman Essenhaus - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Samuel Mancino’s Italian Eatery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rise'n Roll - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center

Hotel in Middlebury with free breakfast and 24-hour fitness centre
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and 4 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 4000 square feet (372 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the business-friendly Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Middlebury hotel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 4000 sq ft of conference space
  • 372 sq. m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center offers 100 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Middlebury hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and fans. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • 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 continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (4,000 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 6.5 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 4.0 per stay.

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.

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 4.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 6.5 per stay

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 smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Property is also known as

Essenhaus Inn Middlebury
Essenhaus Inn
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Essenhaus
Essenhaus & Conference Center
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center Hotel
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center Middlebury
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center Hotel Middlebury

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

Yep, Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking.

Does Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center have a pool?

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center has an indoor pool. The pool is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center serve breakfast?

Yeah, guests highly rate the free continental breakfast here! Served daily between 6:30 AM and 10 AM, this is the place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

No, Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

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

Are pets allowed at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

No, pets are not allowed.

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 858 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1000 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

PENNY

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean cute place. Very peaceful and well maintained. A nice break from the cookie cutter hotels of the big national brands. We would choose this hotel again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very nice, all the staff were very friendly, the only thing was the bed it needed a better mattress topper.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

sheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property, the beds are not comfortable, the breakfast is not near as good as it used to be
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lorrie

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

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We went on a girls trip. Everyone had a great time. Loved the room and all of the amenity’s
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robyn

Travelled with partner
I guess that I expected more considering the price. It was very average. My husband said the breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrance R

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful facility, comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice. Our room was very spacious and we had vaulted ceilings which made it seem larger. There was an additional room that had a sink and was great for putting makeup on.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Robert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in took 20 minutes, longer than it should have.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Bad bed

Everything was very good except the bed is very hard. We both had a terrible night sleeping .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tawnya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel visit ever will always stay there when in area
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very family friendly hotel complex. The restaurant serves a very nice buffet, and the hotel grounds are well kept. It is a short distance to Shipshewana, making it a good base of operations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori-Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very quiet for sleeping. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed that this property was right on the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail. Great for biking or walking. The pool area was one of the nicest I've ever seen! Highly recommend the Essenhaus.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathijs

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynn, Gobles

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I was very disappointed for what we expected and for what they offer for breakfast! No scramble eggs! Only cold boiled egg. Their biscuits and gravy was not good! The couple donuts they had tasted like old!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in May 2025