Travelodge 2 by Wyndham
16940 S Halsted St, Harvey, IL 60426, East Chicago, United States
2-star hotel
Guest rating: 2.4 / 5
Overview
Travelodge 2 by Wyndham is a 2-star budget hotel located at 16940 S Halsted St in Harvey, IL, part of the greater East Chicago area. It offers a no-frills, economy stay option for travelers seeking affordable lodging in the southern Chicago suburbs. Amenities are not documented for this property, so guests should confirm specifics directly with the hotel before booking.
Location
The hotel sits close to Wind Creek Chicago Southland, just 867 meters away, making it convenient for visitors interested in gaming and entertainment. Rail access is available via the Homewood and 147th Street train stations, roughly 3.5km and 4.4km away respectively. Further afield, guests can reach the Pullman National Historical Park and its Visitor Center (about 12.5km), Big Marsh Park, Sand Ridge Nature Center, and the National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum, giving the area a mix of casino, historical, and nature-based points of interest.
Nearby Attractions
Beyond the immediate vicinity, the property is within driving distance of several notable Chicago-area sites, including Horseshoe Hammond casino (16.5km), Bronzeville Children's Museum (16.5km), Odyssey Fun World (13.3km), Harborside International Golf Center (13km), Ameristar Casino East Chicago (18.5km), and Lake Katherine Nature Center (17.2km). This spread of attractions suits travelers planning to explore multiple Southland-area destinations by car, given the distances involved.
Best for
This hotel best suits budget-conscious travelers and those primarily visiting for the nearby Wind Creek Chicago Southland casino, given its very close proximity of under a kilometer. It may also work for road-trippers passing through the East Chicago/Harvey area who need a low-cost overnight stop rather than a destination stay with extensive amenities.
Travel tips
Having a car is recommended, as most points of interest -- including Pullman National Historical Park, Big Marsh Park, and the area's museums and casinos -- are located many kilometers away and are not easily walkable. The Homewood and 147th Street train stations are both a few kilometers off, so factor in a short drive or rideshare to reach regional rail. Given the reviews mentioning cleanliness concerns, travelers may want to inspect their room upon check-in.
What guests say
Guest feedback for this property, based on a small sample of 11 reviews averaging 2.4 out of 5, points to recurring concerns rather than praise. Multiple reviewers raised issues with room cleanliness, including a specific report of pests in a child's bed. Noise from other guests, such as loud parties, was also mentioned as a disruption. Housekeeping standards were repeatedly criticized, suggesting inconsistent attention to room upkeep across stays.
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