Rodeway Inn Portage

6200 Melton Rd, Portage, IN 46368, New Chicago, United States

Guest rating: 2.6 / 5

Overview

Rodeway Inn Portage is a budget-oriented lodging option in New Chicago/Portage, Indiana, at 6200 Melton Rd. Public guest feedback is mixed, with a 2.6/5 rating from 48 reviews, reflecting a stay that can work for simple, short visits but may not meet expectations for everyone.

Location & Nearby Outdoors

The hotel sits within reach of Lake Michigan-area nature and beach access. Nearby points of interest include Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk (about 3.5 km away) and Access to West Beach at Indiana Dunes National Park (about 3.9 km away), with larger Indiana Dunes destinations such as Indiana Dunes National Park (about 11.9 km) and Indiana Dunes State Park (about 13.4 km) also close by.

Nearby Attractions

Outdoor trails and education sites around the Indiana Dunes are a primary draw, including Cowles Bog Trail (about 8.4 km), Chellberg Farm (about 7.8 km), and the Paul H. Douglas Center for Environmental Education (about 7.8 km). Other nearby options include Marquette Park Pavilion (about 7.3 km), Lake Street Beach (about 8.0 km), Running Vines Winery (about 10.3 km), and Deep River Waterpark (about 15.1 km).

What to Expect (Based on Guest Feedback)

Guests frequently mention convenient highway access for an overnight stop. Experiences vary: some report very clean rooms and helpful staff, while others describe noise issues, inoperative in-room features, and periods of heavy construction or maintenance activity affecting common areas and walkways.

Best for

This property is best suited to travelers who need a basic overnight stop in the Portage area and value easy expressway access. It can also be a practical base for quick visits to Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk and West Beach access at the Indiana Dunes, especially for guests who plan to spend most of their time outdoors.

Travel tips

If your plans include the dunes, consider building time for short drives to trailheads and visitor areas such as West Beach access (about 3.9 km) and the Indiana Dunes Visitor Center (about 10.8 km). Given guest reports of ongoing construction at times, it may be wise to confirm current property conditions before arrival and allow extra time to navigate the premises if work is underway.

What guests say

Reviews most consistently highlight convenience for a quick overnight stop due to easy expressway access. Cleanliness and helpful staff are mentioned positively by some guests. Negative themes include noise, inoperative or unreliable room features, and concerns about neglect. At least one guest described extensive on-site construction creating dust and debris in common areas, suggesting conditions may vary by timing.

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