Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 21 min drive
Dyer Station - 25 min drive
Restaurants
Portillo's Merrillville - 15 min walk
Culver's - 4 min drive
Panera Bread - 16 min walk
Starbucks - 4 min drive
White Castle - 15 min walk
About this property
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville
Enjoy your visit to Merrillville with a stay at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness centre for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
112 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Children's games
What to do
Basketball
Beach nearby
Discount at nearby fitness centre
Free bikes nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Ski area nearby
Scuba-diving nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Meeting room
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Fireplace in reception
Television in common areas
Fitness centre
Designer shops on-site
Shopping centre on-site
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairwells
Closed-captioned TV
Portable bath seats
Height-adjustable showerheads
Accessible bath
Doorbell and phone notifications
Lever door handles
Phone accessibility kit
Well-lit path to entrance
Step-free path to entrance
Pool access ramp on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch LED TV
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Travel cot
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Mini fridge
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Eco-friendly toiletries
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Late check-in between noon and 6:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday:
Bar/lounge
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per day
Policies
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a security system on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Courtyard Marriott Hotel Merrillville
Courtyard Marriott Merrillville
Courtyard Merrillville
Marriott Courtyard Merrillville
Marriott Merrillville
Merrillville Marriott
Clarion Inn Merrillville
Clarion Merrillville
Clarion Inn
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville Hotel
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville Merrillville
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville Hotel Merrillville
Frequently asked questions
Does Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?
Yes, there's free self parking. Motorhome/coach/lorry parking is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana (17-min drive) and Majestic Star Casino (24-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities such as ice skating, snowboarding and sledging, and in warmer months, enjoy a round of golf at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation on-site includes basketball. Enjoy amenities such as a fitness centre and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Merrillville Reviews
Reviews
6.6
Good
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7.0/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
5.0/10
Amenities
6.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
5.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2024
Fantastic stay!
It was well great stay with great staff very affordable for family. Thank you for the great time.
Victor
Victor, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 Dec 2024
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
21 Nov 2024
Contessa
Contessa, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
20 Nov 2024
The hallway smells like urine, the carpet is ripped in the hallway. It definitely needs updating
Contessa
Contessa, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 Nov 2024
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
16 Nov 2024
I didn’t know a deposit was required but staff made a reasonable offer so that o could still stay the night. Friendly staff & excellent room!
Etta
Etta, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Nov 2024
Very pleased...
This property was amazing, much above what I expected. Location is kind of ducked off, place even had a basketball court! If I am ever back in the area then I have every intention on staying here again. Still conveniently located right off the highway though, so plenty of everything you could need nearby. Probably the highest exceeding of expectation thatI've everhad with a hotel!
Robert
Robert, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
Great staff. Quiet and convenient.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Nov 2024
Always pleasant. Nice staff. I'm feel very comfortable here.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
8 Nov 2024
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
20 Oct 2024
Should be removed from booking sites!!!
The pictures on here are at least 20 years old. Place is ran down. Dock is literally falling down!!! Staff was extremely rude when asked to switch room so to the toilet not flushing.
Shane
Shane, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
18 Oct 2024
Basic room to stay warm without menacing people. Not for ideal hotel guest experience only a space to rest briefly
Terri
Terri, 8-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
13 Oct 2024
Douglas
Douglas, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 Oct 2024
It was very nice and clean they acomodated our stay very well
johanna
johanna, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Sep 2024
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 Sep 2024
Vikramaditya
Vikramaditya, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
24 Aug 2024
This is the nastiest hotel I’ve ever seen! My room had dead bugs all over, hair balls and the tub had long strands of hair and dirt rings. There was blood splatters on the wall and door frames, paint peeling on the ceiling and wallpaper peeling from the walls. The shower curtain was mildewed and yellow stained. The air worked when it wanted. They did not and would not provide fresh towels daily. The manager was very, very rude saying if the room is for two people you get two towels for your stay. He was not very accommodating when questioned about the dead bugs and other issues in the room. I booked for two nights but after the first night I couldn’t take it and decided to leave. He told me that was my problem and no refunds. This place should be condemned! It smells of must and mildew, broken windows, pool is very nasty and unsanitary. I’m also reporting them to the health department as well! I wish I could add pics to this review.
Yolanda
Yolanda, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
6 Aug 2024
This Motel, used the old beautiful picture from 10 years ago. The place is dirty, not breakfast, only coffee. I don’t recommend.
Alejandro
Alejandro, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
4 Aug 2024
This property is outdated, staff is lazy and the presentation of this property is bad! Real bad.
Marcus
Marcus, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
4 Aug 2024
The facilities in its day were very nice. They need to fix the hot tub and do more than just the minimum in providing towels and breakfast food a selection of juices for breakfast. They are driving people away by not being more friendly and only doing the minimum
It’s still a nice hotel and just fix some of the basics Continue to keep your prices low You don’t need a major face lift or spend a lot of money on the place or you will have to raise your prices too much and then when your prices are higher you won’t stack up to your competitors
Don
Don, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
30 Jul 2024
The room was a mess and the pool was dirty, I waited 10 minutes for someone to come let me into the pool!!! There was piles of trash outside of the door and much more, do not book!!
Myah
Myah, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
30 Jul 2024
Worst stay ever
It was ran by a very unprofessional family that lived in part of the hotel. I thought it looked nice online but its nothing like the pictures. The halls smell moldy and the wall paper was peeling everywhere. The pool has no chlorine and has bugs and algae. Breakfast was old and the griddle was dirty. Overall a terrible place you would
Think it was either just opened before inspection or about to go out of business. A family had all of their things stolen out of their room.
Torrie
Torrie, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
29 Jul 2024
The A/C seemed not to be working was really hot in the lobby area. The room was dirty the bed was broken. When asked to be changed of room they couldn’t accommodate me. They did swapped the bed after my 2nd request.
Breakfast was terrible.
I would not stay there again.