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Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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A multi-level hotel interior with a central staircase, a dining area, and a balcony with a white picket fence.
A circular fire pit with chairs around it, set on a brick patio.
An indoor swimming pool with two striped lounge chairs, a potted plant, and a sign indicating pool capacity.
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a stained glass ceiling.
A large, white building with a covered entrance and a well-maintained lawn with red and yellow flowers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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240 Hwy 20, Middlebury, IN, 46540
  • Place, Memorial Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, East Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Middlebury Public Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, striped wallpaper, bedside lamps, a nightstand with a phone and lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Gallery Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(75 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a dining table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(73 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a telephone, and striped wallpaper.

Gallery Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a plant, and two lamps.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(61 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Middlebury

In Middlebury .You'll find Memorial Park and Krider Gardens within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Middlebury Community Historical and Middlebury Public Library are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Memorial Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • East Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Middlebury Public Library - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Blue Gate Theater - 12 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Shipshewana Flea Market - 14 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Elkhart Station - 19 min drive
  • Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Das Dutchman Essenhaus - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Garden - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Middlebury Hills - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center

3.5-star guestrooms with free WiFi
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 4 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 4000 square feet (372 square meters) and includes a conference center. A terrace, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the business-friendly Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Middlebury hotel is smoke free.

  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 4000 sq ft of conference space
  • 372 sq m of conference space
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center offers 100 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Middlebury hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Essenhaus Inn Middlebury
Essenhaus Inn
Essenhaus Middlebury
Essenhaus
Essenhaus & Conference Center
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center Hotel
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center Middlebury
Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center Hotel Middlebury

Frequently asked questions

How close is Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center to the airport?

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center is 14.8 mi (23-min drive) away from the Goshen, IN (GSH-Goshen Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center on Aug 30, 2026 start from CA $149, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center.

Does Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center offer free breakfast?

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center have a pool?

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center to downtown Middlebury?

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center is 1 mi away from Middlebury.

Essenhaus Inn & Conference Center Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 853 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1006 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an excellent place to stay. Very friendly staff, beautiful and very comfortable room and the breakfast was restaurant quality.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stay a lot here and love it every time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roseann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the hotel it was cozy and nice the food at the restaurant was delicious! Staff was very pleasant! Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole hotel experience was very nice. The breakfast was incredible!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, spacious rooms and direct access to the Pumpkinvine trail!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good ,parkng good and very safe
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Flavia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best breakfast I've had in a while. Excellent facilities too.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very spacious, enjoyed the balcony and watching the wildlife and people walking around the property. Pool and hot tub were clean and well maintained. Furniture in the hallways was provided to allow guest to sit outside their room. Staff was very fr.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is awesome and very well kept. We highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful quiet place to stay. Large complex that is very well maintained. The restaurant next door was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice plenty of room and some shops and a very good restaurant right beside it over all very nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very nice. Room was clean. Staff was very friendly. Beautiful and safe area to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place! Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to to visit Shipshewana and surroundings. Clean and very friendly staff! Excellent breakfast as well. Best of all, Coffee is always available!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The actual hotel was super clean and nice, but what really made the experience was the friendliness of the staff. Especially the front desk staff the night we checked in. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and neat facility. Room was excellent with good air conditioning and clean bathroom. Quality of the bathroom and fixtures was excellent. Restaurant on property was also outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed many times and enjoyed the convenient location, fabulous food and shopping. The facilities are very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top notch all the way around. You can't do any better than this place, highly recommend. Quiet, peaceful, great location, helpful staff along with expansive and beautiful grounds to walk around and explore. Good breakfast included with the room, which incidentally was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love to stay here. So clean, staff friendly, helpful and accommodating. Breakfast is amazing. Rooms are lovely. Has a peaceful pleasant ambiance. Pool and game area excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room and hotel. Breakfast was OK, nothing special.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kraig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great atmosphere, cool rooms and delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026