Located in Chesterton, Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park. Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery and Lubeznik Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Visit our Chesterton travel guide
713 Plaza Dr., Chesterton, IN, 46304
What's nearby
Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
3 min drive - 3.5 km
Indiana Dunes National Park
3 min drive - 4.2 km
Indiana Dunes State Park
4 min drive - 5.3 km
Lustron House
2 min drive - 1.8 km
Chesterton Art Center
3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago
17 min drive
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
73 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
4 min walk
Starbucks
5 min walk
Dairy Queen
4 min walk
Taco Bell
3 min walk
Wendy's
8 min walk
About this property
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton
Hotel near Indiana Dunes National Park
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking
Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
Smoke-free property
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton offer comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with baths or showers
TVs with premium channels
Fridges, microwaves and daily housekeeping
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
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2 floors
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
Pay films
TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: USD 20.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Frequently asked questions
Is Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton pet-friendly?
Yes, Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 20.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?
As of 18 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton on 19 Oct 2026 start from NZ$149, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton located?
Located in the heart of Chesterton, this hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Chesterton Art Center and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Indiana Dunes National Park. Lustron House and Wykes-Plampin Nature Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Fairbridge Inn Express Chesterton Reviews
6.8
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Very helpful staff with a thermostat in the room that kept me cool & comfortable throughout the night. Pretty decent bang for your buck here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Ashley
6 Jun 2026
Liked: Staff & service
The Fairbridge Inn is ok for a quick stay. The staff is very nice. The room was clean and everything worked. The motel is older, a bit worn down and basic.
This Inn is a lovely place with luxurious king beds. It was quite an enjoyable place to stay and all the staff was very friendly. 10/10. No pool but you really can't beat it for the price
A bit hard to find due to no sign on building.
Staff was helpful and friendly.
Room was spacious.
Close to Dunes National Park.
Short walk to wonderful Mexican Restaurant with outdoor dining.
Would definitely stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Bonnie
13 Feb 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
It was a convenient location. The price was very reasonable.
They might not be a big corporation hotel but the hospitality is what sold me. Debie was awesome. She treated us and everyone that came through those doors like family. We took our dog on vacation and she offered to care for him when we had to leave him in the room. I highly recommend this hotel if wanna feel like your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
Lea
26 May 2024
We booked this for a one night stay on our way back from Chicago. It’s definitely a no frills hotel and could use updating, but overall it was clean, the staff was friendly and it was in a good location.
I felt safe here and they have good prices! Nice people that work there also! Many restaurants and fast food right by and can walk too! So so close. If your on a low budget i definitely recommend. Very relaxed place.
For the price, this an excellent choice to stay at Fairbridge Inn. We absolutely recommend this place because the staff, especially Debbie is very friendly and is always willing to help with anything you might need. She is one of the biggest reasons why we chose to come back there multiple times, when we’ve needed a place to stay. We like the fact too that it’s a very safe place and again, for the price the room and accommodations are affordable, clean and comfortable. This is our go to place whenever we’ve needed a place to stay. Big thanks to Debbie and the owners and staff for making every stay a great experience for us and our cat.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
3 Jun 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Good location with lots of restaurants within a short walking distance. The wifi was slow and it throttled. The ice machine was always almost empty.
Everything seemed clean, no unpleasant odors or smoke. Desk guy was nice. It was pretty quiet on a saturday night
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Andy
9 Jun 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We spent 2 nights at this hotel last weekend. The staff (Debbie) was one of the friendliest people I’ve ever met. She had us all laughing from the moment we met her. She was awesome and I would go back to stay there again based on Debbie alone.
One thing to note, the fridge wasn’t working when we checked in, but Debbie had a new one on the way 10 minutes later. Huge shout out to Tony with glasses who swapped the fridge for us.
The housekeeping does the best they can for what little pay they receive. The room wasn’t the cleanest but it wasn’t a disaster. Ive definitely stayed in worse places.
The A/C was awesome! We kept the room at 65 degrees and it maintained temp for our entire trip.
They recently got new mattresses and we did have a couple minor issues with them, they are black in color and leave dark stains on your skin if you come in contact with them which is easy to do because the fitted sheets come off the second you sit down on the bed.
The hotel’s location is 5-Stars! Anything you could possibly want is easily within walking distance and several restaurants are right outside the door.
There was a strong smell of marijuana that filled the hotel several times during our stay which was disheartening since it is supposed to be a non-smoking hotel but the laughs from our interactions with Debbie made up for it.
Thank you Debbie for making our stay fun and memorable!
Also the rooms are great for sucking toes. ;-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lori
10 Sept 2023
Needs updated rooms
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Teeia
21 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice people.
Room smelt funny.
Bed was not comfortable.
It was pet friendly which we needed, and the hostess at the desk was very friendly and helpful, but the towels were make up stained and very very old and worn. The toilet wobbled when you sat or stood up. The beds were hard as rocks and pillows were flat and not exactly inviting. Generally just needs an update and a refresh for cleanliness.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Loretta
23 Jul 2024
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Just meh.
The room needs updated. The bed was comfortable. The shower pressure was good. Although the room was a non-smoking room, it smelled like cigarettes and pot when we walked in. I went across the street and bought a can of air freshener.