Econo Lodge Portage

Hotels
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Choice Hotels International
6.2 (87 reviews)
6101 MELTON RD BLDG A, Portage, Indiana, 46368 , Portage , US
1-2192542934

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Pets allowed

Facilities

24-hour front desk
Smoke-free property
Free self parking
Housekeeping on request
Banquet hall
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle

Review Highlights

Pros:
Affordable price
Friendly staff
Comfortable environment
Cons:
Dirty rooms
Poor maintenance
Unpleasant odors

Categories

Cleanliness
3.35
Multiple reviews indicated poor cleaning standards and maintenance issues.
Service
8.31
Friendly and professional staff mentioned in several positive reviews.
Location
7.36
Convenient location to the highway noted but not further elaborated.
Room Quality
4.31
Many complaints about room condition, including broken facilities and uncleanliness.
Amenities
6.34
Limited amenities, some functions like the ice maker worked well.
Value for Money
5.3
While affordable, many reviewers felt even the low price was not justified due to poor conditions.
Food and Beverage
8.34
Not explicitly mentioned, assumed average for the hotel level.
Overall Experience
6.32
Overall disappointment but some positive comments about staff and pricing.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 04:34

Property Description

Discover the ideal getaway at Econo Lodge Portage, where comfort meets convenience in the heart of Portage.

Convenient Amenities
Our hotel features a spacious banquet hall perfect for events, along with a vending machine to satisfy those late-night cravings. Enjoy the ease of a 24-hour front desk service ready to assist you at any hour.

Comfortable Accommodations
Unwind in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen televisions, ensuring your stay is relaxing and enjoyable. Plus, complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected throughout your visit.

Prime Location
Just minutes away from Indiana Dunes National Park and stunning Lake Michigan beaches, explore outdoor adventures while enjoying proximity to local attractions such as Founders' Square Park.

Experience the perfect balance of comfort and accessibility—book your stay at Econo Lodge Portage today!

Important information:

  • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Maximum number of pets per room 2

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.2
Based on 87 reviews
Cleanliness: 3.35
Service: 8.31
Location: 7.36
Room Quality: 4.31
Amenities: 6.34
Value for Money: 5.3
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 6.32
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Robert • couple • us
2
See above
Pros:

Quite and had a nice shower

Cons:

Tv was broken, staff entered my hotel room with out knocking while I was asleep to ask if I was checking out early, when I tried to pay for another night, the person at the front desk was asleep on the floor and woke up startled. He couldn’t find my second reservation and said I didn’t have one even though I had it on my phone. I couldn’t understand him and had to check out, wait four hours and recheck in to another room. Basically between the staff and the tv it wasn’t the best experience of my life. They didn’t even try to remedy the situation with the tv, just said oh someone broke it. Bye. No trying to move me to another room, no discount nothing.

If you’re a lady staying here alone just be careful, I don’t think anything would happen but him walking in without any notice was concerning

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Zacharias • couple • us
7
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
3
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Mobley • family_with_children • us
5
Cons:

What i didn’t like bout the property the first room i had was dirty and the second room i had sheets was dirty

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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Karen • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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NandaKishore • solo_traveller • us
7
Good
Pros:

Good

Cons:

Good

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Cisneros • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Joy • solo_traveller • us
5
Meh
Pros:

I liked that it was close to where I needed to be. The price was fair.

Cons:

You waited 5-10 minutes for a stay member too approach the front desk. The room was not cleaned before we arrived! Hair on the sheets, a lot of huge yellow stains on the mattress & bedding! If you ordered doordash, half of the dashers could not find the hotel & dropped your stuff off at random businesses in the area.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Lashamere • couple • us
1
No power i left
Pros:

Nice workers

Cons:

No power

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Clara • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • us
1
I have never stayed in a such rundown place.stay far away from this place
Pros:

Nothing at all

Cons:

Dirty disgusting

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Jesse • solo_traveller • us
1
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Jack • solo_traveller • us
6
The staff made it a joy.
Pros:

It was fine.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Duane • couple • us
4
It was do able.
Pros:

Love the Irish place next Door. Good hamburger for 7 dollars. That was a special Price with fries.

Cons:

I liked the price of the place, but had to ask for another room . Smoke smell in the first room. Second one was much better as far as smell. But the shower drip drip drip all night.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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kameca • solo_traveller • us
2
Cons:

The room was not cleaned properly linen was dirty microwave had food in it bad smell in room shower was horrible

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Undra • couple • us
1
Never stay here.
Pros:

Nothing the room had bugs and couldn’t sleep once I seen them. I had to checkout early

Cons:

The room was really low rate and the floor was coming apart the tv didn’t work good. The shower was nasty. I’ve seen prostitutes coming into the hotel checking in. This want a good place to stay. FALSE ADVERTISING

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Jesse • solo_traveller • us
7
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Lakesha • solo_traveller • us
3
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Kenichi • solo_traveller • us
5
You get what you pay for
Pros:

It was cheap and near the highway

Cons:

It was extremely worn down. The shower looked clean but also falling apart. Possibly exposed mold.

Some people started arguing in the hallway around 2am.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • solo_traveller • us
1
Place needs to be shut down regardless of the cost per night . Make sure to exercise your 2nd amendment rights if you c
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Smelled like weed
Drug deals in parking lot
Yelling and screaming all night

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee