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Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza

800 East 81st Avenue, Merrillville Indiana 46410, US

Reservations: 1-800-395-7046 US/Canada Toll-free

Telephone: 219-769-6311 Fax: 219-769-1462

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Indiana Attractions near our Merrillville Hotel

For Merrillville hotels east of Chicago near exciting Indiana attractions and sights, stay with us. Enjoy shopping malls or unique antique shops located in downtown historic areas. Tee off at your choice of area golf courses in and around Merrillville; hotel guests have their pick of several in the area. Take the kids to Deep River Waterpark or the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore for hiking and swimming. Try your hand at four casinos. Are you a college football fan? The University of Notre Dame is only an hour away from our Merrillville hotel. The Radisson Hotel at Star Plaza is pretty close to just about all of the most popular Indiana attractions.

Conveniently located Merrillville IN hotel near the following Chicago and Indiana attractions:

Downtown Chicago, 39 miles
5 River boat casinos, within 20 minutes
Westfield Mall, 5 minutes
Indiana Dunes State Park on Lake Michigan, 30 minutes NE
Deep River Water Park, 10 minutes
30 golf courses within 30 minutes
Outlet Malls (Michigan City), 45 minutes
Midway Airport, 35 minutes
O'Hare International Airport, 55 Minutes
Valparaiso University, 20 minutes
Crown Point Antique Shops, 10 minutes

What are some other Indiana attractions near the Radisson Merrillville hotel?

Deep River Waterpark
9001 E Lincoln Hwy
Crown Point, IN 46307
Take the kids to enjoy this Indiana attraction's wet and wild atmosphere. Several slides and pools, as well as beach volleyball make this a fun place for the whole family - and it's less than six miles from our Merrillville hotel.
(219) 947-7850
5.6
Taltree Arboretum & Gardens
450 W 100 N
Valparaiso, IN 46385
Escape from the city to one of the most relaxing Indiana attractions. Be at peace with nature at this 360-acre nature preserve not far from our Merrillville hotel.
(219) 462-0025
10.7
Star Plaza Theatre
8001 Delaware Place
Merrillville, IN 46410
Catch one of this Indiana attraction's exciting shows, adjacent to our Merrillville hotel. You'll find big names in entertainment here night after night. Ask about our Radisson Overnight Packages.
(219) 791-1234
Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
Spend a relaxing afternoon at this most idyllic of Indiana attractions. The dunes by the lakeshore will give you a welcome respite from your hectic day. Explore some historical sites or just enjoy nature and the wildlife, not far from our Merrillville hotel.
(219) 926-7561-225
13.4
Majestic Star Casino
1 Buffington Harbor Dr
Gary, IN 46406
Try your luck at the Majestic Star Casino. This Indiana attraction's slots and table games might allow you to leave Merrillville with more money than you brought.
(219) 977-7777
19.4
Golf
Golf courses are some of the most popular Indiana attractions. Lucky for you, there are about 30 courses within 30 minutes of our Merrillville hotel, making the Radisson the perfect spot for a golfing trip to Indiana.

About Merrillville

Set in the middle of Lake County, Merrillville is part of the Gary metropolitan area. The city is located just forty miles from Chicago and within a few hours' drive of Forth Wayne, Indianapolis, Toledo, and Detroit. Several major interstates connect Merrillville to these large metropolitan areas, including I-65, US 30, and SR 53. Residents of Merrillville trace the city's beginnings to 1834, when Potawatomi Indians lived in the area and named it McGwinn Village. Since then, the city has flourished, changing names twice, and finally incorporating in 1971. Today's Merrillville offers educational and cultural opportunities and, in its 14 area parks, swimming, boating, fishing and picnicking. Thanks to its proximity to the southern tip of Lake Michigan, pleasant shorelines are within a reasonable driving distance. Three major colleges and universities also call Merrillville home: Calumet College of St. Joseph, Indiana University Northwest, and Purdue University Calumet. New-comers to the area can educate themselves about the region by visiting the Merrillville-Ross Township Historical Museum, housed in a former schoolhouse. The city also boasts the Star Plaza Theatre, which showcases a variety of cultural performances annually.

Did you know?

Ever wonder if there's romance to be found in Northwest Indiana? Well, Valentino certainly thought so. That's right, according to local records, suave Silver Screen heartthrob, Rudolph Valentino, married sweetheart Winifred DeWolf at the Lake County Courthouse in Crown Point in March, 1923. Why here? At that time, the city was known as a "marriage mill," where deals could be sealed quickly and at any time of day. Other famous folks who tied the knot in Crown Point were Ronald Reagan, Muhammad Ali, and Red Grange. In fact, they all helped the town earn the title of "Gretna Green of the Midwest," in honor of the Scottish town famed for its nuptial allure.