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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A vending machine stocked with various beverages and snacks.

A commercial laundry area with a front-loading washer and dryer, a chair, and a wall-mounted control panel.

A breakfast buffet with various food options and a sign that reads 'HAPPY BREAKFAST STARTS HERE.'

1. Hampton Inn Portage

2.3 km from Founders' Square Park

Steve

₩141,781

₩158,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and a flat-screen TV on the wall.

A trail sign with warnings about wet conditions and closures.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

2. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Portage by IHG

2.3 km from Founders' Square Park

Marty

₩164,862

₩191,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a fireplace, two sofas, a coffee table, and a wooden wall.

A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance and stone pillars.

A modern kitchen with a central island, blue cabinets, and a variety of kitchen appliances.

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portage, IN

3 km from Founders' Square Park

Rachel

₩186,843

₩209,265 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A building with a sign reading "Affordable Suites of America."

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a sofa, a single armchair, and a small table.

A hotel lobby with a lamp, a small table with a brochure, a cabinet, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a microwave, and a stove. There is a small dining area with a table and chairs.

4. Affordable Suites of America Portage

3.1 km from Founders' Square Park

Dennis

₩132,680

₩148,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Baymont Inn & Suites" sign.

A living room with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a bathtub, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a clock, a blue mat, and a couch.

5. Baymont by Wyndham Portage Indiana Dunes

1.1 km from Founders' Square Park

Nancy

₩121,247

₩135,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious interior with a central staircase, multiple doors, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a sofa, a wooden desk, a television, a coffee maker, and a lamp.

A kitchen with a bar area, two bar stools, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a large bathroom with a bathtub and mirror.

6. Quality Inn & Suites Portage Central

1.4 km from Founders' Square Park

Jonathan

₩107,361

₩120,244 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A room with a kitchenette, a sofa, and large windows.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A building with a parking lot, a fire hydrant, and a trash can.

A reception area with a stone wall, a computer desk, and a window.

7. Econo Lodge Portage

2.4 km from Founders' Square Park

Ellen

₩63,572

₩71,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window.

A laundry room with a Whirlpool washer and dryer, a soap and bleach dispenser, and a sink.

A modern bathroom with a large rectangular bathtub, a small wooden stool, and a visible window.

A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window providing natural light.

8. OYO Hotel Portage I-94

2.4 km from Founders' Square Park

Kurt

₩87,953

₩107,294 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A marina with numerous boats docked at wooden piers.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a poster, and a clock above the counter.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A living room with two black leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a small side table with a plant. A microwave and a kettle are on a wooden cabinet.

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Indiana Dunes National Park

2.3 km from Founders' Square Park

Micah

₩76,131

₩85,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a flat-screen TV, a refrigerator, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with a stainless steel sink, a black stovetop, and a white countertop.

A modern room with a sofa, a television, and a window with curtains.

10. Suburban Studios Portage

2.3 km from Founders' Square Park

Orleana

₩78,611

₩88,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A parking area with electric vehicle charging stations and designated parking spaces.

A modern building with large windows, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A modern lounge area with hanging chairs, a sofa, and a view of the outdoors.

11. Tru By Hilton Valparaiso

16.7 km from Founders' Square Park

Kimberly

₩156,579

₩175,369 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A brick building with a balcony and green shutters, surrounded by trees.

A traditional half-timbered house with multiple balconies, a well-maintained garden, and a clear view of the surrounding greenery.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring wooden tables and chairs.

A pool area with a round table and chairs, a tiled floor, and large windows.

12. Spring House Inn

8.5 km from Founders' Square Park

Audrey

₩99,520

₩118,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, modern lighting fixtures, and potted plants.

A modern reception area with a wooden reception desk, a small seating area, and a snack bar with various packaged goods.

A hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV, and a microwave.

A modern bar area with multiple seating options, including bar stools and round tables with chairs.

13. Hilton Garden Inn Chesterton

10.6 km from Founders' Square Park

Lynette

₩178,051

₩199,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with three orange chairs and a blue wall with windows.

A spacious hotel lobby with a seating area, a television, and a large window with curtains.

A modern Hampton Inn & Suites building with a well-lit entrance and a large tree in front.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a chair, a microwave, and a large window.

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Valparaiso

17.8 km from Founders' Square Park

William

₩163,763

₩183,414 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A large house surrounded by dense forest with a beach and ocean in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a ceiling fan.

A living room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and a grey sofa.

A corner room with two wicker chairs, a small table, and a bay window with a view of trees.

15. Furness Mansion

15.5 km from Founders' Square Park

Jessica Van

₩177,930

₩199,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A modern building with large windows and balconies, a wooden deck, and a calm lake.

A spacious lobby with multiple seating areas, a staircase, and a large window providing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a balcony, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, a desk, and a chair.

16. Best Western Indian Oak

11.5 km from Founders' Square Park

Sally

₩113,915

₩127,584 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance and brick exterior.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, framed artwork on the wall, and pendant lighting.

A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a coffee station, and a buffet area with various food items.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, and a red armchair.

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Valparaiso, IN

16.7 km from Founders' Square Park

Christopher

₩169,955

₩190,350 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, a covered patio, and a building in the background.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a sign indicating it is a Home2 Suites by Hilton.

A modern interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a blue cabinet.

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a TV, and a desk.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Merrillville

17.4 km from Founders' Square Park

Jami

₩158,267

₩177,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a door.

A modern hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a green and blue wall with a 'spark' sign, and a wooden bench.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, grey sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

19. Spark by Hilton Merrillville

17.3 km from Founders' Square Park

Anne

₩119,800

₩134,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A room with two blue chairs, a white table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

A wooden deck with two white plastic chairs facing a calm lake and forested hills.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, and a sink.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and large windows offering a view of the outside.

20. Waterbird Lakeside Inn

11.4 km from Founders' Square Park

Barry

₩125,979

₩141,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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Compare popular hotels close to Founders' Square Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn Portage	8.6 Excellent 87 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Portage by IHG	8.4 Very good 648 reviews	View
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portage, IN	8.4 Very good 1,004 reviews	View
Affordable Suites of America Portage	7.6 Good 306 reviews	View
Baymont by Wyndham Portage Indiana Dunes	7.0 Good 1,003 reviews	View

Top Founders' Square Park Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Merrillville

8/10 Good

"Bad"

Best Western Indian Oak

8/10 Good

"Everything was solid for the price. Comfortable and decent, with a nice view close to the Dunes."

Spring House Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed this place quite a bit. It was an excellent stay."

WoodSpring Suites Merrillville

10/10 Excellent

"Nice n quiet"

Tru By Hilton Merrillville

10/10 Excellent

"I cannot remember her name but the lady that checked us in was incredibly welcoming and very helpful. Our schedule did not allow us to be there for very long but we will definitely come back!"

Furness Mansion

10/10 Excellent

"The room was nice, clean, and close to the Indiana Dunes. We could not hear other guests in their rooms,which was nice. However, the property is close to a highway and train tracks. The yard needs some upkeep (there was a pile of storage boxes that looked like they'd been outside a while and also a septic or cistern cover that needed repair."

Hilton Garden Inn Chesterton

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, spacious room. Helpful staff!"

Waterbird Lakeside Inn

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and very comfortable!! And the view was the best!"

OYO Hotel Portage I-94

8/10 Good

"This is an older property, what can I say? But, it's well maintained and staffs tried to be helpful."

Other attractions near Founders' Square Park

A dense forest with tall trees and sunlight filtering through the canopy.

East Branch

7.4/10 (33 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at East Branch during your travels in Portage. While you're here, you can savor the charming coffeehouses.

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A sandy path flanked by green vegetation and rocky cliffs.

West Beach

8.8/10 (102 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at West Beach during your trip to Portage? Wander the beaches and lakeside in this family-friendly area.

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A beach with waves crashing onto the shore, a pier extending into the water, and a lighthouse in the background.

East Shoreline

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at East Shoreline during your trip to Gary?

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Portage Imagination Glen Park

Explore the great outdoors at Portage Imagination Glen Park, a lovely green space in Chesterton. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in the area.

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Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Portage with a trip to Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Long Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Long Lake during your travels in Portage. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Portage Lakefront Beach

8.8/10 (78 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Portage Lakefront Beach during your trip to Portage? Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Ogden Dunes Beach

8.6/10 (103 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Ogden Dunes Beach during your trip to Portage? Stroll along the beaches or discover the area's sunsets.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Founders' Square Park?

Founders' Square Park is located in Portage. Travelers like this family-friendly area for its beaches and shopping. You'll find 112 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Founders' Square Park?

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portage, IN is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an indoor pool. It's located 1.9 mi (3 km) from Founders' Square Park. Other good options within a few miles include OYO Hotel Portage I-94 and Comfort Inn & Suites Porter near Indiana Dunes.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Founders' Square Park?

Expedia has 112 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Founders' Square Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Founders' Square Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Founders' Square Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Founders' Square Park?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Founders' Square Park, click here.

What can I see and do near Founders' Square Park?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Portage Imagination Glen Park and Indian Boundary Park. Portage Lakefront Beach, Ogden Dunes Beach, and West Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. At East Shoreline, East Branch, and Long Lake, take some time to really appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for Founders' Square Park hotels

1. Hampton Inn Portage

2. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Portage by IHG

3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Portage, IN

4. Affordable Suites of America Portage

5. Baymont by Wyndham Portage Indiana Dunes

6. Quality Inn & Suites Portage Central

7. Econo Lodge Portage

8. OYO Hotel Portage I-94

9. Days Inn by Wyndham Portage/Indiana Dunes National Park

10. Suburban Studios Portage

11. Tru By Hilton Valparaiso

12. Spring House Inn

13. Hilton Garden Inn Chesterton

14. Hampton Inn & Suites Valparaiso

15. Furness Mansion

16. Best Western Indian Oak

17. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Valparaiso, IN

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Merrillville

19. Spark by Hilton Merrillville

20. Waterbird Lakeside Inn

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Top Founders' Square Park Hotel Reviews

Baymont by Wyndham Merrillville

Best Western Indian Oak

Spring House Inn

WoodSpring Suites Merrillville

Tru By Hilton Merrillville

Furness Mansion

Hilton Garden Inn Chesterton

Waterbird Lakeside Inn

OYO Hotel Portage I-94

Other attractions near Founders' Square Park

East Branch

West Beach

East Shoreline

Portage Imagination Glen Park

Port of Indiana-Burns Harbor

Long Lake

Portage Lakefront Beach

Ogden Dunes Beach

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