West Grand Travel Guide
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 theatre 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 theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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

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

Heritage Hill Historic District
You can find out about the history of Grand Rapids with a stop at Heritage Hill Historic District. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
Top hotels in West Grand

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
Could not check in until 4 and the place was empty A mess then trying to check in at. Place is run down and needs new owners
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Only thing I ain’t like was having to get pool towels from the front desk. Because I didn’t know! We got in the water and had to walk to the front desk wet and cold to get towels. Other than that. GREAT HOTEL IM STAYING HERE EVERY TIME IM IN GRAND RAPIDS.. ROOMS WAS CLEAN AND NICE. THEY GOT ONE OF ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Amazing stay, friendly staff, delicious food!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
No hot breakfast, but compensated by covering parking fee...shuttle service was a plus! All in all a great stay!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Fabulous stay!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
We left before breakfast (early flight) Clean rooms!!!! GREAT
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Grand

Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

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.

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.

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.

Alpine Center
Alpine Center might not have many top sights, but Meijer Corporate Headquarters and LMCU Ballpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
