Blue Gate Garden Inn
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About Blue Gate Garden Inn
- Hotel RoomYou’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
- FreebiesThis stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free
What was once an old factory building with a convenient location is now known as the Shipshewana Craft Barn, renovated in 1984. This was the beginning of the Riegsecker Marketplace and has since evolved with additional shops, furniture store, restaurant, hotel, and theater that are now called the Blue Gate Hospitality Co.
At Shipshewana Hotels Blue Gate Garden Inn, guests can enjoy some of the best AmishMennonite cooking around, shop for locally crafted furniture, enjoy outstanding entertainment, and much more. The company now has a restaurant, 3 retail stores, bakery, theatre, event center, hotel, catering, backroad Amish tours, and carriage business.
The Shipshewana Furniture Co., Shipshewana Craft Barn, and Traditions Furniture Store offer some of the highest quality furniture and home décor in the country, with 90% of the finely crafted furniture made locally within 30 miles of the store.
Since the company’s founding, the quickest growing part has been the Blue Gate Restaurant. Opened in the mid 80's the Blue Gate, and formerly Der Strudel Haus, the restaurant had 50 seats and one dining room. Over the years it has grown to 105 seats and two dining rooms, but it was still not big enough for the number of people who wanted to eat there. After 20 years the old Blue Gate was torn down and a new state-of-the-art facility was built. The new Blue Gate Restaurant seats 750, with 6 dining rooms, a fully-functioning bakery, and a theatre. As the Marketplace continues to grow the Blue Gate will be an integral key.
There are 154 exceptional guest rooms at the Blue Gate Garden Inn that are designed to welcome both leisure and group travelers. Unique guestrooms are nicely appointed, offering several choices from classic queen rooms to multi-room suites.
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Amenities at Blue Gate Garden Inn
- Indoor pool
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Coffee machine
- Free parking
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Cable or satellite TV
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Air-conditioned
General
- Family rooms
- Seating area
- Sofa
- Telephone
- Carpeted
Services and conveniences
- ATM on-site
- Wake-up service
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Express check-out
- 24hr front desk
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Coffee machine
- Kitchenette
Media and entertainment
- Flat-screen TV
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Accessibility and suitability
- Increased accessibility
- Elevator
- No smoking
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
Things to do
- Game room
- Evening entertainment
- Table tennis
- Water sport facilities (on site)
Family friendly
- Babysitting or child care
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Complimentary breakfast
Pool and spa
- Hot tub
- Indoor pool
Outdoor
- Terrace/Patio
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Iron and ironing board
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
Dining
- Restaurant
- Vending machine (drinks)
Parking and transportation
- Free parking
Workspace
- Fax/photocopying
Health and safety
- Daily housekeeping
Fitness
- Fitness center
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What's nearby
- Hostetler's Hudson Auto Museum65 yd
- Menno-Hof Museum of Culture0.3 mi
- Shipshewana Auction and Flea Market0.5 mi
- Blue Gate Theater0.8 mi
- North Park0.9 mi
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
When to book a room at Blue Gate Garden Inn
Top tips for your stay at Blue Gate Garden Inn
- If you’re after a cheap room at Blue Gate Garden Inn, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and October.
- Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Blue Gate Garden Inn, plan to stay on a Saturday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Thursday.
- The cheapest price a room at Blue Gate Garden Inn was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $123, while the most expensive was $282.
- How long should you stay at Blue Gate Garden Inn? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
FAQs when booking at Blue Gate Garden Inn
What options does the Blue Gate Garden Inn give me if I travel with my kids?
The Blue Gate Garden Inn offers a variety of family-friendly amenities for guests who are traveling with children. The family suite has a separate bedroom with a king-size bed, a pull-out sofa in the living room, a bunkhouse for youngsters with two sets of bunk beds, a kitchenette with a microwave, and space for up to eight people to sleep. This room has complimentary breakfast for a great start to the day. Kids of all ages may also enjoy the resort arcade. There is a wide range of favorites, including classic arcade games, skeeball, pinball, air hockey, and more.
What type of rooms is available at Blue Gate Garden Inn?
Various room types are available at the Blue Gate Garden Inn, including the Blue Gate suite, the Royal Suite, the Shipshewana Suite, the Double Queen Patio, the King and Queen, the Family Fun Suite, and the Blue Gate Signature Suite. Both leisure and business guests are welcome at Blue Gate Garden Inn. Up to 6 individuals can stay in the Royal Suite and Shipshewana Suite. These rooms have a TV, a coffee maker, and full-length mirrors. The Shipshewana Suite, Blue Gate Suite, and Blue Gate Signature Suite have fireplaces, full-sized refrigerators, walk-in kitchenettes, and dining tables. Every accommodation comes with a complimentary breakfast to get your day started.
How can I travel from the airport to the Blue Gate Garden Inn?
Elkhart airport (EKI) to the Blue Gate Garden Inn, Shipshewana, transportation options include bus, taxi, and private vehicle. The best and quickest method to get to the Blue Gate Garden Inn is via taxi, which will cost you between $60 and $75 and take 32 minutes. Driving to the hotel is the most cost-effective option, and it typically costs between $4 and $6. The bus ride from Elkhart airport takes about one and a half hours. Bus fares average between $56 and $71.
What is the best room to book in the Blue Gate Garden Inn, and why?
The Blue Gate Signature Suite at the Blue Gate Garden Inn is the best suite available. The private bedroom in the Blue Gate Signature Suite features a king-sized four-poster bed, a jacuzzi, two fireplaces, a walk-in bathroom, a spacious kitchenette with a microwave and a full-sized refrigerator, a dining table, a sofa, two televisions, free wireless internet, and sleeps two people. Each room includes a hairdryer, coffee maker, iron and ironing board, television(s), and full-length mirrors. To start your day in Shipshewana off right, this hotel offers a complimentary cooked breakfast.
What are the business options provided by the Blue Gate Garden Inn?
The Blue Gate Garden Inn & Conference Center features all the services and facilities you'll want, including five separate banquet rooms with hundreds of unique combinations. The Garden Inn can provide a perfect location for conferences and training sessions with catering from our on-site food manager. An adjacent property conveniently offers more than 15,000 square feet of extra space right next door for special events, with various room arrangements to accommodate parties of any size. Additionally, over ten acres of outdoor event space are accessible, including paved and lit areas with power hookups and well-kept lawns perfect for tents, picnics, banquets, and special events.
Where is Blue Gate Garden Inn located?
Blue Gate Garden Inn is located at 800 South Van Buren Street, 0.5 miles from the center of Shipshewana. Hostetler's Hudson Auto Museum is the closest landmark to Blue Gate Garden Inn.
When is check-in time and check-out time at Blue Gate Garden Inn?
Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Blue Gate Garden Inn.
Does Blue Gate Garden Inn offer free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Blue Gate Garden Inn offers free Wi-Fi.
Does Blue Gate Garden Inn offer free parking?
Yes, Blue Gate Garden Inn offers free parking.
How far is Blue Gate Garden Inn from the airport?
Blue Gate Garden Inn is 37.8 miles from South Bend/Michiana. Blue Gate Garden Inn is 39.3 miles from Kalamazoo Intl.
Does Blue Gate Garden Inn have a pool?
Yes, Blue Gate Garden Inn has a pool onsite.
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