Best Western Indian Oak

2.5 star property
Waterfront hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and sauna

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Lobby
Daily buffet breakfast (USD 0.10 per person)
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$176
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

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558 Indian Boundary Road, Chesterton, IN, 46304
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-in Shower)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed - double
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Lakeside (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub, Lakeside (Jetted tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Chesterton

At Best Western Indian Oak you'll be 3.1 km (2 mi) from Indiana Dunes National Park and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Chesterton Art Center. Highlights at this hotel include an indoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a 24-hour gym. .Enjoy the gym and sauna. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Chesterton hotel include Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes State Park.

What's nearby

  • Lustron House - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders - 9 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 12 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sunrise Family Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Original George's Gyros Spot - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Best Western Indian Oak

Waterfront hotel with 24-hour fitness centre and sauna
Best Western Indian Oak offers its guests an indoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness centre. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. Event space at this hotel measures 1000 square feet (90 square metres) and includes conference space. Best Western Indian Oak also features a vending machine, a fireplace in the lobby, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

This Chesterton hotel is smoke free.

  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 1000 sq ft of conference space
  • 90 sq. m of conference space
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Indian Oak offers 61 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

This Chesterton hotel provides wireless Internet access for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 0.10 for adults and USD 0.10 for children

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,000 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 4:30 AM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 0.10 for adults and from USD 0.10 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless Internet: USD 0.00 per stay (rates may vary)

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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Best Western Indian Oak?

Yep, Best Western Indian Oak has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Indian Oak?

As of 26 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Indian Oak on 2 Sept 2025 start from AU$176.19, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Indian Oak?

The closest beach to Best Western Indian Oak is Dune Acres Beach (6.4 km).

Does Best Western Indian Oak have a pool?

Yep, and guests recommend it! Best Western Indian Oak has an indoor pool.

Is Best Western Indian Oak 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 Best Western Indian Oak is a hit with families.

Does Best Western Indian Oak serve breakfast?

Yeah, our guests love the buffet brekkie here! Served daily between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Indian Oak?

No, Best Western Indian Oak does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Indian Oak?

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

Are pets allowed at Best Western Indian Oak?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Best Western Indian Oak Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 500 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 314 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Daniel N.

Disliked: Amenities
Nothing
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lori

The property is very dated. There are actually signs on the exterior doors stating that they are going to remodel soon, but that is not helpful to someone who will never need to stay in that area again. Also, there is no elevator, so if you must stay there and have difficulty climbing stairs make sure you request a first floor room. The check-in clerk was extremely rude. There was a couple in front of me who walked up to the second floor to check in. The clerk said "Hey guys - you are on the first floor." And she rolled her eyes when she said it. She then mumbled something about the room number being on the room pass she gave them. I said "pardon me?" and she said "I was just taking to myself." I went down to the breakfast area to get a coffee in the morning. Someone had burned their toast and the alarms started going off. None of the staff seemed interested and did not bother to open a door to let the smoke out. There were raccoons in the back parking lot during the day - very brazenly scavenging the open dumpster and the open trash barrels that are located next to the doors to the parking lot. They were not afraid of me trying to shush them away. There was chewed up trash on the ground next to the trash barrels both mornings I stayed there - my guess is that it was from the raccoons. I wouldn't stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Darren, Columbus

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for a quick stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay it was our twenty year anniversary and it didn't disappoint we loved everything about it plus all the animals came to the fence out by the lake it was beautiful ❤️ our room was nice with a Jacuzzi and a fireplace plus have an indoor pool breakfast we absolutely enjoyed ourselves we will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

6/10 Okay

Latiefa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Not bad for a one night stay. Big spacious rooms. Facility is a bit aged but not terrible. Clean. No elevator.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harue

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice lake view and we could see the outdoor wedding across the lake.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, comfortable, reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We would choose this property again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

anastasia

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the lake view
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

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

Close to the Park

We stayed here because it is close to the National Park with lots of good food options around
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had such a great time watching wildlife on the lake right outside our rooms.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

manohar

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything is great!!! The only thing is there is no elevator, but everything else is great!! Stafff very kind i will come back to this hotel definetly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mox

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poorly maintained

Born and raised in the area and having worked for original owner, I couldn’t believe how dilapidated this hotel has become. This is a potential goldmine that the current owners are neglecting so poorly that I would never recommend to ANYONE!! Do NOT believe the photos they have posted; they are beyond deceiving. Poorly maintained (and obviously managed), with hundreds of simple, inexpensive fixes that could make this property at least three stars if not four. And these fixes could generate twice the occupancy as well as the ability to sell the rooms out at a higher rate. It’s a Goldmine going to junk. One example: two abandoned tires sitting outside of my room’s window during the three days I was there!!! Why they weren’t cleared away is beyond comprehension. I really wish I knew the owner(s)/management so that I could help them bring this property back to the goldmine it is. But I honestly doubt that they even care, just from witnessing the amount of neglect that simple, inexpensive fixes that could be done so extremely easily. I was so looking forward to staying here during my visit home. It broke my heart to witness its poor condition and obvious lack of care for the hotel and property. Do NOT stay here!! The owners obviously need to feel the pain of low occupancy in order to be motivated enough to start caring for this once Gem of Chesterton and The Dunes. So brokenhearted.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

10/10 Excellent

Flint

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. Very nice staff. Excellent stay. Would prefer them to have two queens instead of two double beds. Very scenic view. Clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

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