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Country Inns & Suites By Carlson – reviews, photos

2.5 of 5
8311 Ohio Street, Merrillville, IN 46410
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Ranked #7 of 21 hotels in Merrillville
3.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
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Rockford, Illinois
1 review
“Beware!”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2011

The hotel was tucked way back off the highway & not the easiest to find. Outward appearance on arrival was "very nice". We barely got into the room & the front desk was asking if everything was alright - at that point we didnt know. The room was small. No refrigerator or microwave. Ice machine was on the 1st floor. Pool was VERY small & only 5' deep. Hot tub nice but overpowering chlorine!
When we called the desk & asked to upgrade to the Jr. suite (for $15. more per the website) we were told that NO because I paid upfront & through Hotels.com aka "expedia" I couldnt upgrade. They would bring me a fridge & microwave for the $15. but No I wasnt allowed the bigger room or whirlpool that came with the upgrade. Hotels.com offered to reimburse the $15. but it was the principal overall that they refused us that because we paid full price before we ever got there!!!!!!

  • Stayed February 2011, travelled on business
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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Pleasanton, California
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Outstanding in every way!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 November 2010

Everything about this hotel was exceptional. All the staff were extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Any requests were met with a smile and prompt service. The lobby was lovely and inviting. The rooms were very clean, spacious and quiet. I never heard any sounds from outside the hotel. The beds were new and wonderfully comfortable. I slept soundly every night. The breakfast area was immaculate and the food was varied and plentiful and very good. Overall an excellent stay.

Stayed October 2010, travelled with family
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St. Louis
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Never again in my lifetime”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2010
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Upon arrival, the clerk did not know how to check in a customer with reservations through Expedia. Although assigned a first floor room, we requested a second floor, due to the overpowering smell of chlorine coming from the pool. The next day, returned to the room late afternoon to find it had not been made up. Front desk indicated we were not checked into that room, apparently another clerking error. A half hour later they sent someone to clean the room. Stairs, hallways and under the TV were covered in layers of dust. Breakfast was the same every morning. Staff was friendly, but didn't seem to know what to do to get return business. In this economy... ? Are you kidding me? Expensive for what we paid for. We were there for a wedding. Noise from the near by highway was constant.

  • Stayed August 2010, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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  • Stayed February 2010, travelled on business
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
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    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2010
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I have stayed at Country Inn before. Like any middle of the road hotels, the newer the better. This hotel was either new, or recently renovated. The rooms, while cramped were clean and comfortable.

For $50 on priceline, I was fine with it. Plenty of places to eat dinner right around the hotel and near a mall if that interests you.

I have stayed at Country Inns that were borderline 2 stars. This one I will give 4 stars given the rate and cleanliness and upkeep.

Stayed January 2010, travelled on business
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  • Country Inn Merrillville
  • Merrillville Country Inn
Address: 8311 Ohio Street, Merrillville, IN 46410
Price range (per night):* INR5,796 - 7,189

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