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Blue Gate Garden Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel connected to the convention centre in Shipshewana with free parking

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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800 South Van Buren Street, Shipshewana, IN, 46565
  • Place, Blue Gate Performing Arts Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Michiana Event Center
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipshewana Flea Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(71 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(77 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(153 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom

Royal Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(69 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Shipshewana

You'll be connected to the convention centre at Blue Gate Garden Inn, and within just a 10-minute stroll of Blue Gate Performing Arts Center and Menno-Hof Museum of Culture. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym, Hot tub and pool loungers as well as access to a playground. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a conference centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Shipshewana hotel include Michiana Event Center and Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market.

What's nearby

  • Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Michiana Event Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Rise'n Roll - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Five Lakes Coffee - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ben's Soft Pretzels - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wana-Cup Restaurant - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Blue Gate Garden Inn

Hotel connected to the convention centre in Shipshewana with free parking
Blue Gate Garden Inn offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 4 meeting rooms available. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at Blue Gate Garden Inn. Free self parking is available.

This Shipshewana hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2007
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Blue Gate Garden Inn offers 154 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Shipshewana hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. 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

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Ice Cream Shop

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 10 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.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit 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

Blue Gate Garden Inn Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden Inn
Blue Gate Garden Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden
Blue Gate Garden Inn Hotel
Blue Gate Garden Inn Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden Inn Hotel Shipshewana

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Blue Gate Garden Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Yep, Blue Gate Garden Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Gate Garden Inn?

The closest beach to Blue Gate Garden Inn is Dallas Lake Beach (18.4 km).

Does Blue Gate Garden Inn have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Blue Gate Garden Inn has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Blue Gate Garden Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Blue Gate Garden Inn is a hit with families.

Does Blue Gate Garden Inn serve breakfast?

You bet, guests are hooked on the free buffet breakfast here! Offered daily, this is the perfect place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

No, Blue Gate Garden Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Blue Gate Garden Inn's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

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

Are pets allowed at Blue Gate Garden Inn?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Blue Gate Garden Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1161 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 52 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 1439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1439 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, easy check in, courteous staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was kind and helpful. The room was very clean and the breakfast buffet was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was very relaxing and yet fun at the same time! So many things to do at the hotel or just relaxing in the many spaces with couches and chairs and the outside fire pit was wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean safe rooms, very friendly staff, excellent food. We just love it
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room smelled like we were sleeping inside of an ashtray
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Girls trip

Everything was clean. The breakfast selection was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location to Blue Gate theatre. The breakfast was great with multiple options for gluten free.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our favorite place to stay! Always feels so warm, inviting, and so much like home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

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

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent in all areas! Staff was totally customer service, everything GREAT!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Hope to return soon!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place, very clean and super friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was awesome as always. Place is clean. They even provided me with a bandaid when I cut my finger.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, clean, great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The breakfast had lots and lots of choices. It was delicious!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

Never disappoints!!

The room was clean and comfortable. The chlorine fumes in the pool/hot tub area were a bit excessive this time, stinging our eyes, but overall the stay was great. The breakfast buffet was wonderful, as usual. This is where we stay every time we come to Shipshewana.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always stay at the Blue Gate when visiting Shipshewana. The breakfast buffet, including the made to order omelets, was fantastic as always and one of the biggest perks of the hotel. The WiFi could use a boost and some updated televisions with streaming capabilities would be a welcome upgrade. All in all, the rooms are always very clean and the pool and breakfast will always be plusses that put the Blue Gate ahead of the other hotels in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the breakfast lots of options so u can’t go away disappointed or hungry, arcade is fun especially for us older kids lol and the ice cream parlor…..staff is always pleasant and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff is very friendly. The rooms are clean, but I think there was a bit of a musty smell in the room, like maybe switching back and forth from the heat to ac and back. It was that time of year. Also, the tv remote did not work very well. Have been very pleased with our stay and will continue to stay here when in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025