WoodSpring Suites Merrillville
1500 E 83rd Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410, New Chicago, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 2.9 / 5
Overview
WoodSpring Suites Merrillville is a relaxed extended-stay hotel in New Chicago (Merrillville), Indiana, located at 1500 E 83rd Ave. It’s positioned off the intersection of US-30 and I-65, making it a practical base for quick highway access. The property is listed as a 4-star class hotel and has a public rating of 2.9 based on 233 reviews.
Studios & Upgraded Units
Accommodations are straightforward studio-style units designed for longer stays. Studios include Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and an in-room kitchen. Upgraded quarters add extra space with living areas and/or sofabeds.
On-site Services
The hotel provides guest laundry facilities, a key convenience for extended-stay travelers. Parking is available on site. Other amenities are not documented in the available source details.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel is about 5 miles from Deep River Waterpark, known for waterslides and pools. Nearby points of interest include Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park (about 1.96 km away), Winter WonderLights (about 6.05 km), Bulldog Park (about 7.08 km), and Deep River County Park (about 8.09 km). For bigger outings, Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana is about 13.22 km away, and Access to West Beach at Indiana Dunes National Park is about 18.32 km away.
Transit Access
A nearby bus stop, 82nd & Louisiana, is approximately 169 m from the property. This can be useful for guests who want an alternative to driving while staying in the Merrillville/New Chicago area.
Best for
This property is best suited to travelers who want an extended-stay setup with in-room kitchens and on-site laundry, especially when they need convenient access to US-30 and I-65. It can also work for guests planning local outings such as Deep River Waterpark or Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park, given their relatively short drive distances. Review excerpts suggest value and location are recurring positives, though the overall public rating indicates mixed experiences.
Travel tips
If you’re driving, the hotel’s location near US-30 and I-65 can reduce commute times around Merrillville and neighboring Northwest Indiana destinations. For a car-free option, the 82nd & Louisiana bus stop is very close (about 169 m away). Popular nearby trips include Deep River Waterpark (~7.56 km) and Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana (~13.22 km).
What guests say
Review excerpts most often highlight good value for the price and a convenient location, with some guests also noting friendly staff and clean rooms. At least one excerpt suggests serious dissatisfaction with hotel management or operations, indicating inconsistent experiences. Another excerpt points to the hotel being used as a practical stop when weather makes driving difficult, reinforcing the highway-access appeal. Overall, the public rating (2.9/233 reviews) aligns with a mix of positive basics and notable complaints.
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