The Holiday Inn Express Merrillville is located 1 mile from downtown Merrillville, and approximately 40 miles from the Midway Airport, 15 miles from the Gary/Chicago airport and 62 miles from the O?Hare Airport. Local attractions include Star Plaza Theatre, Westfiield Shopping Mall, Deep River Waterpark, Horseshoe Casino, Majestic Star Casino, Result Casino, Trump Casino, Indiana University, Purdue University, and University of Notre Dame. Hotel amenities include complimentary breakfast, Kids Eat Free, complimentary newspaper, indoor pool, and health/fitness center on-site.All rooms include complimentary local calls, high speed Internet, TVs, iron and ironing boards, coffeemakers, hairdryers and desks.