Enjoy your visit to La Porte with a stay at The Blue Heron Inn. After splashing around at the seasonal outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
35 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Room service (limited hours)
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Seasonal outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator (on request)
Microwave (on request)
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
T-Bones Pier 11 - Onsite steakhouse. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Boardwalk Bar - Onsite restaurant. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Renovations and closures
The following facilities will be closed during the winter:
One of the dining venues
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per week
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Also known as
Blue Heron Inn La Porte
Blue Heron La Porte
The Blue Heron Inn Hotel
The Blue Heron Inn La Porte
The Blue Heron Inn Hotel La Porte
Frequently asked questions
Does The Blue Heron Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Blue Heron 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Blue Heron Inn?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at The Blue Heron Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Blue Heron Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Blue Heron Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at The Blue Heron Inn?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Blue Chip Casino (16-min drive) and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (21-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at The Blue Heron Inn and nearby?
The Blue Heron Inn has 2 bars and a seasonal outdoor pool, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Blue Heron Inn?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
The Blue Heron Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
8 December 2024
Can’t wait to go back
The stay was really nice and made us feel really welcome. The room was really clean and the bed was comfy. There was an outside deck/bar over the water that had an amazing view and was really nice
Dominick
Dominick, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 December 2024
Jim
Jim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
Anne
Anne, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 November 2024
Love!
Beautiful place! We absolutely loved our stay while visiting Indiana Dunes National Park. Highly recommend.
Bailey
Bailey, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 November 2024
Thumbs up!
very nice staff. amazing restaurant (T-Bones) on site, very clean. shower in our room was very old and small. just needs some updating! Bed was comfortable and slept very well. would come back.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
26 October 2024
Yay
Place is cool, very outdated. Front desk was awesome! Bartender at bar was rude. Hotel had a great location
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2024
Great place to stay
Short vacation by myself with my dog. Was great had a patio that was fenced.
Billi
Billi, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
22 October 2024
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 October 2024
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Kathryn
Kathryn, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
13 October 2024
Great little gem, very comfortable and wonderful views
Raylene
Raylene, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 September 2024
A little dated, but nice and clean. Room was smallish, but fine. Nice view of the lake.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 September 2024
Nice but a bit dated
The staff was very friendly and responsive and breakfast was very good. The property is a bit dated and the room, though clean , spacious and comfortable had limited outlets for charging devices and no phone to contact the front desk
Kathryn
Kathryn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2024
Beth
Beth, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 September 2024
Staff were friendly & breakfast had lots of choice. Room was a little tired but the lake view was fab. No soap/body wash in room but may have been an oversight as there was shampoo, conditioner and body lotion. No tea but coffee in the room. Comfortable for one night.
Anne
Anne, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
Janice
Janice, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 September 2024
Would totally stay again
Matthew
Matthew, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
17 September 2024
I love the location and the views from everywhere in the place. It’s quiet. The staff was very friendly and was also available any time of the day or night.
We were not happy the fireplace did not work and the shower handles look corroded.
Chasity
Chasity, 2-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good
16 September 2024
Nice stay. Property is undergoing renovations but it doesn’t take away from the enjoyable stay, friendly staff and lakefront views.
Convenient and affordable boat rentals too.
Will be back!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 September 2024
Loved our stay at the Blue Heron Inn. The staff were so friendly and welcoming! Amazing views and great food! Would definitely come back here!!
Lindsay
Lindsay, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 September 2024
Staff very friendly and welcoming! Tiki bar was awesome we had a great evening.
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 September 2024
Always a good stay. Nice rooms, attentive ans pleasant staff, and good food. We’ll be back
Jim
Jim, 1-night family trip
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6/10 Good
11 September 2024
Cobwebs around entryway doors were a bit scary. A simple leaf blower could take care of that. The toilet was doing a rock n roll when you sat on it. Needs to be anchored!
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1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
10 September 2024
Melissa
Melissa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2024
Nice outside bar overlooking lake, very friendly and helpful staff