The Whittaker Inn

About The Hotel

The Whittaker Inn is a 5.0-rated (355 reviews) family-owned boutique inn at 702 W 500 North in West Lafayette, a short drive north of the Purdue University campus. Run by Elizabeth and Andrew, it holds a straight 5.0 across every subrating category (5.0 cleanliness, 5.0 rooms, 5.0 service, 5.0 sleep quality, 5.0 value) with 4.9 location — one of the highest-rated stays in all of Indiana. Rooms are individually themed after different parts of the world (Canada Room among them), the breakfast is homemade and elaborate (one guest called out bread pudding worth returning for), and the property includes a patio, board games, gathering areas, cushioned patio chairs, a fitness center and kids-stay-free family rooms. Elizabeth’s attention to detail is a repeated theme in reviews — one guest anchored a 33-person retirement party on-site with staff arranging heavy appetizers and drinks, and multiple guests describe an atmosphere more European boutique than Central Indiana. Not a marketed in-room jacuzzi property, but a character-and-hospitality marquee for Purdue-parent, Boilermaker-weekend and anniversary visitors.

What Guests Are Saying

“My family of 16 recently stayed in five rooms of this enchanting hotel. Additionally the Whittaker Inn arranged my retirement party during our stay where 33 guests attended for the celebration, heavy appetizers and drinks. Elizabeth and Andrew and their dedicated staff did an amazing job accommodating our families and the party was a huge success. The grounds are beautiful and spacious, the rooms are gorgeous and well appointed, and the breakfast was expansive and delicious. Our families enjoyed the comfortable gathering areas which were arranged for guests to relax and visit, and we found these spacious areas to be very inviting and enjoyable. Several in our party played games available and tossed around a football and enjoyed sitting on the porch. Two of the rooms we stayed in on the first floor had a patio attached with table and chairs and cushioned patio chairs and our families loved this and how expansive the rooms felt. Elizabeth is remarkable, paying attention to every detail. I first contacted the Whittaker Inn months in advance of my retirement party and Elizabeth provided prompt responses, insightful suggestions, and worked diligently to make the party such a memorable event. Our guests consistently commented on how delicious the food and drinks were and how much they enjoyed the party. Thank you Elizabeth, Andrew and the staff of the Whittaker Inn for this very special weekend for me and my family!” — Kelly G., 5 stars

“If you are going to West Lafayette for ANYTHING, you must stay at The Whittaker Inn. This boutique hotel experience was honestly a surprise in Central Indiana and something I am much more likely to experience in Europe. The details were elegant, the attention from the staff was just right, and the breakfast was out of this world. Every room is tastefully decorated to represent a different part of the world. We were assigned the Canada Room, and it was perfect for our needs. It was at the end of a hallway on the second floor, super quiet, and had an abundance of windows. I have never had bread pudding for breakfast, and I think I’ll have to come back to TWI just to have it again!” — Mehul, 5 stars

“I really enjoyed my stay at the Whittaker. What I liked the most was how warm and welcoming everything felt from the moment I arrived. The room was cozy, clean, and beautifully decorated, making it feel like a home away from home. The breakfast each morning was fresh and delicious, with homemade touches that made it extra special. I also appreciated how friendly and helpful the hosts were—they went out of their way to make sure I was comfortable and had everything I needed. The peaceful atmosphere and personal attention made this stay much more relaxing and memorable than a typical hotel experience. A+ all the way. Stay here if you can get a reservation. WONDERFUL!” — fpetrus2026, 5 stars

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• A perfect 5.0 rating with 5.0 across every subrating category
• A family-owned boutique inn run by Elizabeth and Andrew
• Individually themed rooms with a patio, board games and homemade breakfast
• Kids stay free and family rooms available
• One of the highest-rated stays in all of Indiana

Cons:

• Not a marketed in-room jacuzzi property; no pool or hot tub on site
• A short drive from the Purdue campus rather than walking distance
• Books up well ahead for Purdue home football weekends and commencement

The Location

702 W 500 N, West Lafayette, IN 47906 — A short drive north of the Purdue University campus in Tippecanoe County. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.