The Garden Inn
The Garden Inn offers 145 guest rooms and 7 event spaces, with its Full banquet area running about 3234 square feet and accommodating up to 150 people.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I look for in conference hotels in Elkhart when planning a large meeting?
Look for a property with enough meeting space for your agenda and enough guest rooms to accommodate your group. The Garden Inn offers a largest event space of about 3,200 square feet across 7 event spaces and 145 guest rooms, while Hotel Elkhart has a largest space of about 3,000 square feet with 93 rooms. On-site amenities like catering and AV vary by property, so confirm those details directly with the hotel.
How do I compare hotels in Elkhart for a corporate event?
Compare the size of each property's largest event space, the total number of meeting rooms available, and the guest-room count. For example, the Garden Inn has a largest space of about 3,200 square feet that holds up to 150 people, while Country Inn & Suites has a largest space of about 1,600 square feet with capacity for up to 100. Also consider location relative to the airport or your attendees' origins, and confirm which amenities each property includes.
Can Engine help with both guest rooms and meeting space for my conference?
Yes. For guest rooms, you can book 8 or fewer rooms yourself on Engine, and Engine Groups handles room blocks of 9 or more. For the meeting or event space, planners can find and request venues through Engine Spaces, which gives you access to meeting and event venues you can source through the platform.
How far ahead should I book hotel rooms for a conference in Elkhart?
Book as early as you can once you know your dates and expected headcount. For a room block of 9 or more, Engine Groups can help secure availability well in advance. Booking early also gives attendees time to arrange travel and helps lock in rates before inventory tightens.
What's the best way to get to Elkhart for a conference?
Most attendees fly into South Bend International Airport, the airport serving Elkhart, about 20 minutes away. From there, a rental car or rideshare makes it easy to reach the hotels on this list. If your group is driving in from nearby cities, Elkhart's location in northern Indiana offers straightforward highway access.