Suite Hotels in Merrillville, Indiana

Merrillville, located in Lake County, was once a densely forested area which was home to the peaceful hunting and fishing Potawatomi Indians. Though the tribe is no longer a dominant presence in Merrillville, the area is still a great place to enjoy nature. You can visit numerous outdoor venues such as Lemon Lake County Park where you can play, fish or hike year-round and in winter, go sledding. There's plenty to do in and around Merrillville and if you feel like taking an excursion to surrounding areas, the town is less than an hour's drive from Chicago. Merrillville has several suite hotels to make your stay more comfortable.

Candlewood Suites

Candlewood Suites Hotel is located on Ohio Street just one mile from the town center of Merrillville. Hotel amenities include business center, high-speed Internet access, a health and fitness center and laundry facility. Suites include cable TV, work desk, free local calls and a full kitchen with cookware and utensils. Pets are welcome. During your stay, drive 10 miles to the neighboring town of Griffith to visit Oak Ridge Prairie County Park. There you can bird-watch, fish, hike, sled and cross country ski. You can also walk the eight mile Oak Savannah Trail which roams through wetlands, lakes, parks and other areas.

Candlewood Suites
8339 Ohio St.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 791-9100
candlewoodsuites.com

Comfort Suites

Comfort Suites is located on East 83rd Avenue and has 70 guest rooms. Suites include microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, cable TV, work desk and sleeper sofa. Hotel amenities include free breakfast, indoor pool and hot tub, high-speed Internet access, a fitness center and guest laundry. The hotel is close to many of the area's recreational outlets and is just 20 miles from the Gibson Woods Nature Preserve and Environmental Awareness Center. While there you can enjoy the hiking trails or view wildlife.

Comfort Suites
1344 E. 83rd Ave.
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 736-9500
comfortsuites.com

Lees Inn Suites

Lees Inn Suites is located on Opportunity Lane close to many area attractions which allow you to view and explore the natural surroundings. Close by are Hendricks Park, Forest Hills Parks and more than a dozen other city parks. The hotel is also close to neighboring towns and attractions such as Grand Kankakee Marsh County Park which is 16 miles away in the town of Hebron. Also close by are Three Rivers County Park in the town of Lake Station and Whihala Beach in the town of Whiting. Hotel amenities include indoor pool and spa, free newspaper, free breakfast, high-speed Internet access and a fitness center. Suites include satellite TV, coffee maker, iron and ironing board. Your pet is welcome.

Lees Inn Suites
6201 Opportunity Lane
Merrillville, IN 46410
(219) 942-8555
leesinn.com

Resources

Merrillville Chamber of Commerce

Article Written By Serena Brown

Serena Brown is a graduate of the University of South Alabama with a bachelor's degree in communication. She has more than 17 years experience and has written for the MS Press newspaper and a variety of private clients.

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