Southwest, MI
Grand Rapids
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.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
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 acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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 acclaimed theater scene 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 great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Downtown Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Downtown Market during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Southwest Hotel Deals
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Room was clean, but the view was nonexistent. Room 317 has you looking at the hotel HVAC system and an access door. Other than that everything else was very good.
Reviewed on 24 February 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Excellent location if you’re attending an event at the Van Andel.
Reviewed on 23 February 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Breakfast menu was limited but was good enough to get full. Lots of trouble with keys not working for garage and pool. No towels were available when swiming and the pool is only 4ft maxn though it said heated pool the pool was cold. Also an $18 parking fee was added per night that I was not aware ...
Reviewed on 23 February 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Good service friendly staff
Reviewed on 22 February 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Room was awesome! Lovely suites, very clean and the staff was outstanding. Location was ground zero for van andel and nearby bars. Cool 2nd story pool with city views
Reviewed on 23 February 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Bathroom exhaust fan visibly dirty and could not regulate heat - either too cold or too hot . Set temp between 69-72 thermostatic off
Reviewed on 23 February 2026
Other neighborhoods around Southwest
Roosevelt Park
While Roosevelt Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.
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.
Heritage Hill
If you're spending some time in Heritage Hill, Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Garfield Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garfield Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
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.
