Grand Rapids, MI
Travel Guide





Visit Grand Rapids
Where to stay in Grand Rapids

Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.

Kentwood
Kentwood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Woodland Mall or Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.

Heartside
Heartside is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Van Andel Arena and Grand Rapids Children's Museum while in the area.

John Ball Park
While visiting John Ball Park, you might make a stop by sights like John Ball Zoo and Public Museum of Grand Rapids.

East Grand Rapids
Restaurants and lake views are just a few things travelers like about East Grand Rapids. A stop by Canepa Tennis Center is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Medical Mile
You'll enjoy the churches and shopping in Medical Mile. You might want to make time for a stop at Heritage Hill Historic District or La Grande Vitesse.

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Excellent help from the staff
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Very conveniently located!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
The property was convenient for our purposes and the room was very good. Downsides are the $18/day parking fee and the odoriferous parking lot stairwells.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids
We were not allowed to check in. They said Hotels.com did not send the reservation to them. I'm not sure who to blame about that, but the property itself was a converted apartment complex, and had sketchy characters wandering the parking lot, and a lot of pot smell. In the end, I was glad we had ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Grand Rapid's 2bedroom apartment, just a quick 3-min drive to DeVos Perform Hall
Great place to stay! A friend and I have to travel for schooling so it was a perfect location, close to everything and was a wonderful spot to stay!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Charming 3-bedroom apartment in lovely Grand Rapids walk to downtown.
Very close to Helen DeVos where our son is being treated for his kidney disease, fairly quiet area, the host was very nice and accommodating! She communicated very well also. #CancerSucks take care sweet lady!
Reviewed on 19 April 2026
Popular places to visit

John Ball Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at John Ball Zoo during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park is just one of the places to see in Grand Rapids, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Gerald R. Ford Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Gerald R. Ford Museum during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

Grand Rapids Art Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Grand Rapids Art Museum during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene and great live music.

Heritage Hill Historic District
You can find out about the history of Grand Rapids with a visit to Heritage Hill Historic District. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
