Blue Gate Garden Inn
800 South Van Buren Street
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15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
15 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“the breakfast was very good ,with a large selection”
“Good breakfast choices”
“Friendly reception”
“Good facilities, helpful staff, pool and gift shop”
“rooms were very comfortable and clean staff was very helpful”
“Location & clean”
“Our room was very spacious and comfortable”
“The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the ambiance is truly delightful”
“Convenient location and space”
“Breakfast, clean room,location”
“It was so piecefull, staff was so friendly, the pool was amazing, breakfast was …”
Overview
Located in northern Indiana, in the heart of Amish Country, this hotel is 10 minutes’ walk from the Shipshewana Auction & Flea Market. Free Wi-Fi is offered in every room, and a fitness centre is located on site. A full hot breakfast country breakfast buffet is served each morning. Cable TV with satellite channels is provided in each room at Blue Gate Garden Inn. For added convenience, ironing facilities and tea and coffee-making facilities are also included. The Blue Gate Restaurant & Bakery, within 1 km of the hotel, serves homestyle American fare for lunch and dinner. The bakery features homemade pie and baked goods. Guests can make use of the hotel’s launderette facilities during their stay. The hotel is fully non-smoking. The Blue Gate Theater is less than 1 miles away. The South Bend city centre can be reached in 48 minutes’ drive.
Traveller reviews
Rosemary
family_with_children
January 6, 2026
I enjoy staying at BlueGate Inn. It is convenient to the shows and shopping.
Sandy
couple
October 7, 2025
“had a wonderful stay , and will definitely be back”
the breakfast was very good ,with a large selection . rooms were very comfortable and clean staff was very helpful
Robert
couple
June 12, 2025
“Very pleasant, friendly and comfortable.Good breakfast available. Late evening food is a weakness but understandable giv”
Convenient location and space. Friendly reception. Good breakfast choices.
Sally
couple
December 9, 2024
“Great location, great breakfast”
Breakfast, clean room,location
Shirley
couple
September 20, 2024
Location & clean
Carrie
couple
September 19, 2024
“Pretty place and great staff.”
Beautiful place but very overpriced on the weekend.
Caroline
couple
September 16, 2024
“Great hotel stay”
Good facilities, helpful staff, pool and gift shop
TONY
couple
September 2, 2024
Liked the breakfast. Good quality and quantity.
Cheryl
couple
August 16, 2024
“Loved it , plan on coming back”
It was so piecefull, staff was so friendly, the pool was amazing, breakfast was awesome.
Tom
couple
August 2, 2024
“A great getaway just afew hours from home.”
Friendly staff and great customer service. Would consider staying there in the future.
Beth
couple
August 1, 2024
Hotel was immaculate, even the back stairwell was spotless. Our room was very spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was spectacular with fresh made to order omlettes. We will be back
Kai
couple
July 30, 2024
I have chosen this hotel for the third time, as it is perhaps the best option in the area. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, and the ambiance is truly delightful.
David
couple
June 23, 2024
“Good place to stop over on our road trip across America, very interesting and informative place”
Very nice and open property with friendly staff, the Amish Menno-Hof Interpretative Centre is a must visit, very friendly and interesting look into the past and current life of Amish community.
Gail
extended_group
June 9, 2024
“Will not book thru booking.com next time.”
I needed to change the number of adults in the room. Booking.com said to contact the hotel to change and the hotel said they could not change. Paid for more adults than the actual number in the room.
Gary
solo_traveller
June 3, 2024
“Great place! I will come back!”
Such a nice safe place with great staff!
Christina
couple
May 10, 2024
“Was a great place to stay. The rooms were very clean.”
The breakfast was great. Friendly front desk associates. Enjoyed the patio area. Nice and quite stay. Enjoyed having ice cream in the evening at the ice-cream shop in the hotel. I bought a t-shirt before we left. It was nice to have souvenirs in the hotel.
james
couple
April 20, 2024
“Perfect place to stay in Shipshewana.”
Great place. Room large and well appointed. Public areas excellent. Breakfast ample and in perfect surroundings. Relaxing and good for chatting and enjoying the atmosphere. Car parking substantial and free. Location ideal.
ORPHA
extended_group
April 2, 2024
“would do it again and tell others of our good experiences!!”
very comfortable and clean. plenty of towels..breakfast was excellent.
Michelle
couple
March 29, 2024
“Comfortable rooms that are very clean in a nice surroundings”
Cleanliness
Michelle
couple
February 5, 2024
Breakfast was spectacular! Made to order omelettes and a complete hot/cold buffet. Also, the fire pit and patio are a delight on a cool night.
Facilities
Activities
Fitness centre, Games room, Table tennis, Hot tub/Jacuzzi, Indoor pool, Indoor pool (all year), Water sport facilities on site, Evening entertainment, Fitness
Entertainment and family services
Kids' outdoor play equipment
Food & Drink
Restaurant, Breakfast options
General
WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Lift, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning
Internet
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Outdoor fireplace
Parking
Parking on site, Parking, Free parking, Accessible parking
Pool and wellness
Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Swimming Pool, Swimming pool
Safety & security
Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, Fire extinguishers
Services
Daily housekeeping, Shared lounge/TV area, ATM/cash machine on site, Vending machine (drinks), Express check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Laundry, Meeting/banquet facilities, 24-hour front desk
Deluxe King Room
The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a coffee machine, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath and a shower. The double room's kitchenette, which features a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. The double room has carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a wardrobe, a sofa, as well as heating. The unit has 2 beds.
Deluxe Quadruple Room
This room has a large double an extra large double bed. It includes free WiFi access and TV with satellite channels. There is a microwave, refrigerator, and ironing facilities.
Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
This room has free Wi-Fi and TV with satellite channels. There is a microwave, refrigerator, and ironing facilities.
Deluxe King Suite
This air-conditioned suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath. The suite's kitchenette, which has a refrigerator and a microwave, is available for cooking and storing food. The suite features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a coffee machine, a wardrobe, as well as a sofa. The unit offers 3 beds.
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