Hotels in Merrillville, Indiana

Merrillville overview

Merrillville is a friendly locale distinct for its live music and theaters. You'll enjoy the abundant café and dining choices. Take in some of the area's local culture at Star Plaza Theatre and South Shore Arts- Crown Point Branch. Be sure stop by Westfield Southlake Mall and Indiana University Northwest while you're here. Merrillville is a family- and business-friendly destination with something for everyone.

Where to stay in Merrillville

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Merrillville has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Merrillville with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Merrillville hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Merrillville hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Merrillville

Fly in to Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.), 29.8 mi (48 km) from downtown Merrillville. Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.) is the next closest major airport, 45.1 mi (72.6 km) away.

What to see around Merrillville

Live music and theaters are highlights of the area, along with cultural places like:

• • Star Plaza Theatre
• • South Shore Arts- Crown Point Branch
• • Chicago Street Theatre
• • Memorial Opera House

It's notable for its flowers and favorite places for nature lovers that include:

• • Hoosier Prairie
• • Centennial Park
• • Marquette Park
• • East Branch
• • Lan-Oak Park

For those looking for a souvenir or simply window-shopping, here are some favorite shopping areas to visit:

• • Westfield Southlake Mall
• • Lansing Square Shopping Center
• • River Oaks Center

Here are some top sights to see:

• • Indiana University Northwest
• • Deep River Water Park
• • Purdue University Calumet
• • The Course at Aberdeen
• • Majestic Star Casino

When to visit Merrillville

Curious about when's the best time to visit? Here are the seasonal norms to help with your planning:

Seasonal temperature averages

• January-March: 52°F day, 14°F night
• April-June: 82°F day, 33°F night
• July-September: 84°F day, 48°F night
• October-December: 69°F day, 17°F night

Seasonal rainfall averages

• January-March: 10.12 inches
• April-June: 11.54 inches
• July-September: 10.98 inches
• October-December: 8.19 inches