Title: Visit Porter Beach: 2026 Porter Beach, Chesterton Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Porter Beach](https://expedia.com/Porter-Beach-Chesterton-Hotels.0-n553248635976481528-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Chesterton](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Chesterton.d7214.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Chesterton](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Chesterton.d7214.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Porter Beach](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Porter-Beach.d553248635976481528.Car-Rental-Guide)[Porter Beach Vacations](https://expedia.com/Porter-Beach.d553248635976481528.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Porter Beach, IN ## Chesterton ![Michigan lake was a favorite stop and very much like the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162867/220b87ac-caac-4a89-b3e7-1471ff042d48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lake Michigan by the dunes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481528/e58c8711-0d6e-4fd1-bf59-fb96e1861381.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Porter Beach Things to do Hotels [Chesterton Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Chesterton.dx7214) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Indiana Dunes State Park which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162867/8e516814-0d8a-4c1c-bd54-098810d910c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Indiana Dunes State Park The southern shores of Lake Michigan consist of a stunning dune landscape, which is ideal for hiking, camping, bird-watching, picnicking and swimming. [](https://expedia.com/Indiana-Dunes-State-Park-Chesterton.d6162867.Vacation-Attraction) ![Indiana Dunes National Park Sign](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635998150039/1179bf39-711c-4b74-aec4-01645a90932f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Indiana Dunes Visitor Center Explore the great outdoors at Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Porter. Wander the beaches and forest in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Indiana-Dunes-Visitor-Center-Chesterton.d553248635998150039.Vacation-Attraction) ![Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy sign in Chesterton, Indiana USA ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532658879/68ccfb1d-2601-4897-8f08-c4329f9dc662.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy Preserve Explore the great outdoors at Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy Preserve, a lovely green space in Chesterton. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its charming coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.com/Coffee-Creek-Watershed-Conservancy-Preserve-Chesterton.d553248621532658879.Vacation-Attraction) ![Michigan lake was a favorite stop and very much like the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162867/220b87ac-caac-4a89-b3e7-1471ff042d48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waverly Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waverly Beach during your trip to Chesterton? Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Waverly-Beach-Indiana.d553248635983990314.Vacation-Attraction) #### Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders You can find out about the history of Porter with a stop at Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders. Wander the beautiful beaches and lakeside in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Bailly-Homestead-American-Indians-And-Fur-Traders-Chesterton.d553248635796045720.Vacation-Attraction) #### Dune Acres Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Dune Acres Beach during your trip to Dune Acres? Wander the beaches and lakeside while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Dune-Acres-Beach-Dune-Acres.d553248635983990330.Vacation-Attraction) --- ## Porter Beach Hotel Deals ![Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96750000/96743200/96743172/2615544f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly Porter IN Book a stay at this beach cabin in Chesterton. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 10/10 Exceptional! (139 reviews) Loved the beautiful beach house, perfect location, had everything you need, clean, great communication with Will. Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F4%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026&selected=96743172&PinnedHotelID=96743172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481528) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F4%2F2026&endDate=4%2F5%2F2026&selected=96743172&PinnedHotelID=96743172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481528) ![FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/123900/123860/070e258c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### FairBridge Inn Express Merrillville 8250 Louisiana Street Merrillville IN $50 nightly $56 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this motel in Merrillville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 7/10 Good! (568 reviews) It was okay Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F1%2F2026&endDate=4%2F2%2F2026&selected=123860&PinnedHotelID=123860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481528) ![Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2520000/2518200/2518162/addb149b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago 777 Ameristar Blvd. East Chicago IN $136 nightly $152 total Apr 20 - Apr 21 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in East Chicago. Enjoy free parking, 5 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews) When I checked in,I was given a room that was not cleaned. I had to go back down and get another room. The second room bedding did not look clean, I had to go get more sheets, blankets and towels. I was told that housekeeping would be up to service the room the next day. Housekeeping came and I asked ... Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F20%2F2026&endDate=4%2F21%2F2026&selected=2518162&PinnedHotelID=2518162&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481528) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Merrillville, IN](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1360000/1353900/1353808/5e19e0aa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Merrillville, IN 8311 Ohio Merrillville IN Fully refundable $81 nightly $90 total Mar 24 - Mar 25 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Merrillville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 7/10 Good! (1,005 reviews) Clean and friendly Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F24%2F2026&endDate=3%2F25%2F2026&selected=1353808&PinnedHotelID=1353808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481528) ![Comfort Inn Hobart-Merrillville I-65](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42500/42459/d222dd8e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Comfort Inn Hobart-Merrillville I-65 1915 Mississippi St Hobart IN $76 nightly $86 total Apr 12 - Apr 13 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hobart. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 7/10 Good! (747 reviews) I would NOT recommend this hotel even for a homeless person. The room was nasty and we left and found elsewhere to stay. Will never return. Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F12%2F2026&endDate=4%2F13%2F2026&selected=42459&PinnedHotelID=42459&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976481528) ![Tru By Hilton Merrillville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100810000/100803500/100803423/6da687df_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tru By Hilton Merrillville 8410 Indiana St. Merrillville IN $86 nightly $96 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Merrillville. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Westfield Southlake Mall and Team Combat LIVE are ... 9/10 Wonderful! 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