Surrounded by the charm of Michiana, Blue Gate Garden Inn offers a warm welcome with a free breakfast buffet, cozy firepit, and delightful spa tub. Unwind in the garden or enjoy family fun at the playground and indoor pool. With helpful staff and amenities like tour/ticket assistance, this hotel is perfect for relaxation.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants
Indoor pool
24-hour fitness centre
Hot tub
Conference centre
4 meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Feel at home (6)
Free cots/infant beds
Playground on-site
Microwave
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Private bathroom
Television
Room options
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800 South Van Buren Street, Shipshewana, IN, 46565
What's nearby
Blue Gate Performing Arts Center - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Michiana Event Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Shipshewana Flea Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Blue Gate Theater - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 28 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery - 16 min walk
Ben's Soft Pretzels - 11 min walk
5 & 20 Country Kitchen - 15 min walk
Marner's Six Mile Cafe - 4 min drive
Country Lane Bakery - 10 min drive
About this property
Blue Gate Garden Inn
Blue Gate Garden Inn is a great choice for a stay in Shipshewana. Guests can relax at the Hot tub, work out at the 24-hour fitness centre or grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. An indoor pool and a terrace are offered, and in-room conveniences include fridges and microwaves. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
154 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
DONE
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning
Restaurant
Coffee/tea in a common area
Travelling with children
Playground
Working away
4 meeting rooms
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in reception
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2007
ATM/banking
Garden
Terrace
24-hour fitness centre
An indoor pool
Arcade/games room
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Firepit
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Free cot/infant bed
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Ice Cream Shop – On-site café.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for USD 10 per night
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
Blue Gate Garden Inn Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden Inn
Blue Gate Garden Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden
Blue Gate Garden Inn Hotel
Blue Gate Garden Inn Shipshewana
Blue Gate Garden Inn Hotel Shipshewana
Frequently asked questions
Does Blue Gate Garden Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Blue Gate Garden Inn 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.
Is there a pool at Blue Gate Garden Inn?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Blue Gate Garden Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Blue Gate Garden Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Gate Garden Inn?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Blue Gate Garden Inn and nearby?
Blue Gate Garden Inn has an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and a hot tub, as well as an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Blue Gate Garden Inn?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Ice Cream Shop.
What's the area around Blue Gate Garden Inn like?
Blue Gate Garden Inn is a short 3-minute walk from Blue Gate Performing Arts Center and 6 minutes' walk from Menno-Hof Museum of Culture. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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Blue Gate Garden Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Breakfast
Room
Service staff
Bed
Amenities
Location
Hot Tub
Concerts
Children
Arcade
What guests liked
Breakfast was plentiful, delicious, and had a nice variety, with many guests praising its quality and presentation. (257 reviews)
The pool area was clean, warm, and inviting, with many guests enjoying the large pool, hot tub, and fire pit. (39 reviews)
The property's pool and hot tub were wonderful and a great place to relax. (8 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
2 Aug 2025
Great breakfast and location to concert
DIANE
DIANE, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 Jun 2025
Great place 2 stay
Shane
Shane, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Aug 2025
Staff was very friendly and helpful. Very clean and probably the best pillows that I have ever slept on. Can't beat the breakfast buffet
Sue
Sue, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
27 Jul 2025
It was really convenient staying next door to the theater.
Kim
Kim, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jul 2025
Absolutely love our stay everytime ! We got to enjoy the patio this time, awesome atmosphere!!
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Jul 2025
It’s a nice and warm hotel while you visit Shipshewana
Chien-Hsun
Chien-Hsun, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Jul 2025
Great location and Great Facility with lots of things to do.
Marcus
Marcus, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Jul 2025
This place was excellent for my wife and i to take our three kids.
Patrick
Patrick, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
31 Jul 2025
Very nice property, very nice room.
Kyle
Kyle, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jul 2025
Always love staying here. It is one of my favorite properties.
Jim
Jim, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
30 Jul 2025
Very neat and clean. Very homey. Great place.
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 Jun 2025
Friendly staff, delicious breakfast buffet, fun activities for family throughout
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
29 Jun 2025
Always a nice stay. Nice breakfast options
Ellen
Ellen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 Aug 2025
Location to the concert venue next door was great! Wish there were more food options onsite, besides pizza, wings and ice cream.
Tammy
Tammy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Jul 2025
Everything was great!
Kristy
Kristy, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
30 Jul 2025
Loved this hotel. It exceeded my expectations. Very comfortable and nice. Great staff, great amenities and breakfast was great as well! Will definitely be back
Kris
Kris, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
26 May 2025
Friendly staff, great breakfast!
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 May 2025
Nice place to stay with a great breakfast buffet
Melinda
Melinda, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
2 May 2025
Beautiful place to stay and always wonderful staff.
Kristina
Kristina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
22 Jun 2025
Always a great place to stay, especially if you’re going to a show at the Bluegate PAC
Stephanie
Stephanie, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 May 2025
It’s a beautiful estate…it’s inviting and relaxing…so many things to see and the breakfast is top notch!
AL
AL, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
20 Jun 2025
Great place to see Amish country and enjoy the shows
Dave
Dave, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
25 Jun 2025
It is a very nice property, next to the Performing Arts Center where we saws a wonderful Kingson Trio concert. The breakfast was outstanding.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Jun 2025
Nice stay! Enjoyed having ice cream at the hotel palor at thr end of each day!
Lynn
Lynn, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 May 2025
We always love staying at the Bluegate Garden inn. Wonderful breakfast & beautiful area!