Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago
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About this property
Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago is a 4-star property operated by Penn National Gaming, located steps from Ameristar Casino East Chicago and just a 4-minute walk from Lake Michigan. This beach hotel in East Chicago, Indiana, offers 288 guestrooms designed for comfort and convenience.
Each guestroom features a refrigerator, LCD television with satellite service, a private bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower, a safe, a desk, and a phone with complimentary local calling. Complimentary toiletries and deep soaking bathtubs enhance the bathroom experience. Guest comfort ratings average 4.3 out of 5.
The property operates five on-site restaurants and one bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7 AM to 11 AM for an additional fee. The variety of dining venues accommodates different tastes and meal schedules.
Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago features an on-site casino with 1,100 slot machines and 72 gaming tables across a 56,000-square-foot floor, plus one VIP gaming room. A 24-hour fitness center, sportsbook, gift shops, and wedding services round out the recreational and business offerings. The Art Deco lobby includes a fireplace, and the property sits directly on a marina. Concerts and evening entertainment are offered regularly.
The location provides easy access to nearby attractions, with Purdue University Northwest 6.5 miles away and Hammond Sportsplex & Community Community Center 7.3 miles from the property. Golfing and hiking/biking trails are available nearby. Guests consistently rate the property highly, with an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5 and an 88.6% recommendation rate.
Check-in is available from 4:00 PM to midnight, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Pets are not permitted at the property. The hotel is adults-only, with a minimum guest age of 21, and welcomes LGBTQIA+ guests. Free self-parking is available, and the property is wheelchair accessible with a 36-inch elevator door width.
Location & nearby attractions
Ameristar Casino East Chicago - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Lake Michigan - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Jeorse Park Beach - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Marktown Historic District - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Majestic Star Casino - 3 km / 1.9 mi
Buffington Harbor - 3.1 km / 2 mi
Lost Marsh Golf Course - 7.8 km / 4.8 mi
Mascot Hall Of Fame - 8 km / 5 mi
Whihala Boat Launch Beach - 8.2 km / 5.1 mi
Fresenius Medical Care at Northlake Methodist Hospital - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi
Purdue University Northwest - 10.5 km / 6.5 mi
William W. Powers State Recreation Area - 10.7 km / 6.7 mi
Horseshoe Hammond Casino - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
Whihala Beach - 11.3 km / 7 mi
The Venue at Horseshoe Hammond - 11.3 km / 7 mi
The nearest airports are:
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 46.8 km / 29.1 mi
Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND) - 265 km / 164.6 mi
The preferred airport for Ameristar Casino Hotel East Chicago is Indianapolis Intl. Airport (IND).
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Dining
Amenities & features
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Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
- Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Pet policy
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 50.00 per stay
- Resort fee: USD 9.99 per accommodation, per night
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)<
Know before you go
- This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
- Guests under 21 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).