Located off Interstate 94, the Residence Inn by Marriott Hammond provides extended stay accommodations in Hammond, a suburban town in northwest Indiana on Lake Michigan, near the Illinois border. The hotel is eight miles from Gary, Ind., and 31 miles from Chicago.

Local attractions include Wicker Park, Purdue University Calumet, Majestic Star Casino, Harrah's East Chicago Casino and Trump Casino. Homestead Park in Hammond is within walking distance of the hotel and features running paths, playing fields and a playground.

The three story Residence Inn Hammond provides 78 suites, each with separate sitting areas with sofa beds, and kitchens with refrigerators, dishwashers, microwave ovens and stovetops. Amenities include complimentary high speed Internet access, multi line phones and video game consoles. Grocery shopping services are available, and First Nighter baskets provide coffee, tea and popcorn. The Residence Inn by Marriott Hammond provides a fitness room, indoor pool, spa tub and a multi purpose sport court. Complimentary amenities include on site parking, daily buffet breakfasts, snacks and beverages at weekday social hours, and wireless Internet access in the lobby.

A number of dining options are near the hotel, and some offer delivery services.