Holiday Inn Express & Suites Portage by IHG
6295 Melton Rd, Portage, IN 46368, New Chicago, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Portage by IHG is a modern, casual 3-star hotel in Portage (New Chicago area) at 6295 Melton Rd, set among trees just off Interstate 94. It’s positioned for quick access to the Lake Michigan shoreline and the Indiana Dunes area, with West Beach and multiple national park trailheads a short drive away.
Rooms
Rooms are designed for straightforward, comfortable stays, with flat-screen TVs and free Wi‑Fi plus practical in-room conveniences like microwaves, minifridges, and tea/coffee makers. Some upgraded rooms add a sofa and a whirlpool tub. Guests frequently describe rooms as spacious and quiet, with comfortable beds and helpful desk-area lighting.
Breakfast & Parking
A hot breakfast buffet is included, and complimentary parking is available on-site. Reviews repeatedly highlight breakfast quality as a standout and note the parking area as large and convenient.
Amenities & Recreation
On-site facilities include a heated indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and guest laundry facilities. Guests often mention the pool as clean and inviting, supporting the hotel’s appeal for both short stays and multi-day visits.
Location & Nearby Outdoors
The hotel is well placed for exploring the Indiana Dunes, including Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk (about 3.7 km away) and access to West Beach at Indiana Dunes National Park (about 4.3 km away). Other nearby points of interest include the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center (~10.5 km), Cowles Bog Trail (~8.2 km), Chellberg Farm (~7.5 km), and Indiana Dunes State Park (~13.1 km).
Best for
This property suits road-trippers and outdoor-focused travelers who want quick highway access (near I‑94) and easy drives to the Indiana Dunes and Lake Michigan shoreline, including Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk and West Beach. It also works well for guests who value a reliable, efficient stay with included hot breakfast, free parking, and amenities like an indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, and guest laundry.
Travel tips
If you’re sensitive to noise, request a room away from the front-facing side; some guests note afternoon and early-evening street noise. Plan extra time if you rely on elevators—at least one guest reported an intermittent elevator call button issue and needing to contact the front desk. For quick nature access, Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk is one of the closest nearby stops, with multiple Indiana Dunes trailheads within roughly 7–13 km.
What guests say
Across reviews, guests most often praise the quality of the included breakfast and the overall comfort of the stay, especially quiet rooms and comfortable beds. Cleanliness is a recurring positive point, with rooms and the indoor pool frequently described as well maintained. Many guests also find the location convenient and appreciate the ample parking. Negative feedback is less common but includes a report of very poor staff treatment and an operational issue with an elevator call button; a few guests also mention some street noise earlier in the day for front-facing rooms.
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