Hotels in Bloomington, Indiana

Hotels in Bloomington, Indiana
The city of Bloomington is home to the main campus of Indiana University and the state's largest lake, Lake Monroe, a prime spot to view Bald Eagles. The Hoosier National Forest (featuring over 230 miles of trails), Leonard Springs Nature Park, Charles C. Deam Wilderness Camp, Hardin Ridge Recreation Area and the Griffy Lake Nature Preserve are all located in Bloomington. Each year the city hosts the Hilly Hundred Bicycle Tour.

A Summerhouse Inn

A Summerhouse Inn, formerly a Best Western Hotel, has been remodeled as a family hotel with a park courtyard complete with a large sandbox, swimming pool, fire pit and grill. The hotel was awarded the Bloomington Chamber of Commerce Community Enhancement Award for its remodeling in 2005. Services at the Inn include a free laundry room, full-service kitchen, kitchen appliance rentals, cable television and an outdoor viewing porch with rocking chairs.

A Summerhouse Inn
4501 E. 3rd St.
Bloomington, IN 47401
(800) 371-0934
(812) 332-2141
asummerhouseinn.com

Biddle Hotel

The Biddle Hotel is located on the Indiana University campus in the student union building, the largest union in the United States. The hotel is within walking distance to the campus art museum and the downtown area. Guests have access to the campus fitness center and bowling and game room that includes billiards. Complimentary services include wireless Internet, parking and local telephone service. The Biddle is a non smoking facility. A variety of rooms are offered, including budget and premium accommodations, basic suites and luxury suites decorated in antiques and fine art. Shuttle service is available to the Indianapolis International Airport.

Biddle Hotel
900 E. Seventh St.
Bloomington, IN 47405
(800) 209-8145
(812) 856-6381
imu.indiana.edu/hotel

Fourwinds Resort and Marina

Guests may rent a watercraft from the marina while staying as a guest at the Fourwinds Resort and Marina in Bloomington. The hotel has a private beach and a gazebo on Lake Monroe, the largest lake in the state. Some accommodations allow beach access directly from the room. Access to a private hotel fitness trail, cable television, room data port, hotel hot tub and sauna is included. Rooms have a hair dryer, iron and board, a king-size bed and guest messaging. On-site dining services (open during the summer months) include the Windjammer Lounge and the Quarterdeck Dining Room.

Fourwinds Resort and Marina
9301 S. Fairfax Road, Lake Monroe
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 824-2628
fourwindsresort.com

Crowne Plaza Hotel

The Crowne Plaza Hotel is a new hotel located within walking distance from the university and driving distance from Lake Monroe. The Bloomington Shuttle service allows guest access to the Indianapolis International Airport every two hours for a nominal fee. Tickets may be purchased at the hotel. Rooms have high-speed wireless Internet service, premium cable channels and satellite television. Complimentary morning papers are delivered to each room. The hotel has an on-site fitness center and restaurant, heated exterior pool and a full-service lounge.

Crowne Plaza Hotel
1710 N. Kinser Pike
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 334-3252
ichotelsgroup.com

Eagle Pointe Golf Resort Condominiums

The Eagle Pointe Golf Resort offers condominium rentals for one to six guests. The condos feature a full kitchen, washer and dryer, patio or balcony and fireplaces. Condo views include the lake, golf course or mature trees. All accommodations are privately owned with reservations coordinated by the resort, and decor varies with each residence. The par-71 Championship golf course offers championship, men, women and senior play, in addition to a driving range and two putting greens, and locker rooms with sauna service. Unlimited range pass day memberships may be purchased at the resort. The complex has an outdoor swimming pool, basketball and tennis courts, and a gym. Resort dining, in season, offers a choice of restaurant, bar and grille, cabana bar and halfway house course dining.

Eagle Pointe Golf Resort
2250 E. Pointe Road
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 824-4040
eaglepointe.com

Article Written By Lee Grayson

Lee Grayson has worked as a freelance writer since 2000. Her articles have appeared in publications for Oxford and Harvard University presses and research publishers, including Facts On File and ABC-CLIO. Grayson holds certificates from the University of California campuses at Irvine and San Diego.

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