Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Indiana Dunes National Park
6161 Melton Rd I-94 and Route 249, Portage, IN 46368, New Chicago, United States
1-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.0 / 5
Overview
Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Indiana Dunes National Park is a simple, 1-star hotel in New Chicago/Portage, Indiana, positioned near the junction of I-94 and Route 249. It’s designed for practical, budget-minded stays with straightforward services and an easy highway approach.
Rooms
Rooms are unassuming and include en suite bathrooms with showers and tubs. Standard in-room conveniences include free WiFi, a TV, and a coffeemaker, geared toward short stays and road-trip stopovers.
Breakfast
A complimentary continental breakfast buffet is provided. This on-site option can be useful for early departures toward the Indiana Dunes area or for travelers passing through on I-94.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site recreation includes an indoor heated pool and a hot tub. The property also has meeting rooms, and free parking is available for cars and larger vehicles.
Location & Nearby Outdoors
The hotel is less than a mile from I-94 and about 10.8 miles from Indiana Dunes State Park on Lake Michigan. Nearby points of interest include Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk (about 3.7 km away) and access to West Beach at Indiana Dunes National Park (about 4.0 km away), with additional park sites such as Chellberg Farm, Cowles Bog Trail, and the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center within driving distance.
Best for
This property is best for budget travelers and road-trippers who want quick access to I-94 plus a straightforward base for exploring Indiana Dunes National Park and nearby lakefront sites like Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk and West Beach. It also suits guests who value basics such as free WiFi, a continental breakfast, and on-site indoor pool time without paying for a higher-service resort.
Travel tips
Plan to drive: key dune destinations are several kilometers away (for example, West Beach access is about 4.0 km, and Indiana Dunes National Park is roughly 11.9 km away), and Indiana Dunes State Park is about 10.8 miles away. If you’re heading to trails and beaches, start early and use the included continental breakfast as a quick pre-departure option. If a hot tub is a deciding factor, verify current availability ahead of arrival since guest feedback indicates amenity expectations can vary.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight the convenient location for visiting the nearby Dunes area and generally good value for a weekend stay. Positive feedback also points to friendly staff and enjoyment of the indoor pool. At the same time, some reviews mention room condition concerns, including odors (such as smoke or heater-related smells) and dissatisfaction with linens like towels. Amenity expectations can be mixed, with at least one guest noting a mismatch between what was advertised and what they found on-site.
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