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A modern interior with a curved staircase, a green wall, and a reception area.

A modern kitchen with a central island, pendant lighting, and stainless steel appliances.

A snack bar with shelves of snacks, a refrigerated drink cooler, and a coffee machine.

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI

Belknap Lookout, 2.9 km from John Ball Zoo

Lashandra

4.298.561 ₫

5.072.302 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with a glass-top fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs, overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

A hotel room with a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small round table, and a minibar.

A modern meeting room with round tables and chairs, a patterned carpet, and large windows offering a city view.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo

4.056.078 ₫

4.786.173 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A restaurant interior with a neon sign reading "BURGER THEORY" and another sign saying "EAT".

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a television.

A brick building with large windows and the sign "Founders Brewing Co."

A swimming pool with tiled walls and a few chairs in the background.

3. Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

John Ball Park, 2.2 km from John Ball Zoo

John

3.708.562 ₫

4.376.104 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern building with large windows and a prominent 'canopy' sign.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern interior with wooden walls, a bar area, and seating arrangements.

A modern lobby with a green sofa, seating areas, and large windows offering views of the street.

4. Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Heartside, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo

4.166.297 ₫

4.916.230 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with a glass facade, located near a river with a bridge.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, two armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a central pillar.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a large window providing a view of the city.

A modern lounge with a staircase, large windows, and contemporary furniture.

5. JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Zoo

Alicia

6.591.126 ₫

7.777.528 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent sign at the top.

A hotel room with a bed, sofa, desk, and TV.

A modern conference room with a long table and six chairs, large windows with curtains, and a view of a cityscape.

A modern lounge area with large windows, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV.

6. Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo

Melissa

4.045.704 ₫

4.773.930 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

An outdoor deck with a fireplace, seating, and string lights against a city skyline.

An outdoor seating area with a fireplace, bar, and multiple chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a black "Homewood Suites Hilton" sign, a glass elevator, and a staircase with glass railings.

A large brick building with multiple windows and a sign indicating 'Homewood Suites by Hilton.'

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo

Ryan

4.019.251 ₫

4.742.716 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A cityscape with modern buildings, a river, and a bridge.

An indoor swimming pool with a skylight ceiling, wooden panel walls, and several lounge chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved staircase, seating areas, and a large vase with branches.

A Courtyard by Marriott sign with a covered entrance, a landscaped area with trees and shrubs, and a building with a modern architectural style in the background.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Zoo

Jennifer

4.607.175 ₫

5.436.466 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a city view.

A reception area with a marble counter, vertical slats overhead, and wall-mounted lamps.

The exterior of the Grand Rapids hotel with a modern facade, a wooden overhang, and a brick building in the background.

A modern kitchen with a marble countertop, stainless steel appliances, and a glass-enclosed buffet area.

9. AC Hotel by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.6 km from John Ball Zoo

John

4.827.614 ₫

5.696.584 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern dining area with a brick wall, round table, and green upholstered chairs.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a round ottoman, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A hotel named "The Blue Jay Hotel & Suites" with a brick facade, large windows, and a black door.

A modern room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a red armchair with a fluffy pillow, a small wooden side table, and a large window with curtains.

10. BlueJay Hotel

John Ball Park, 1.8 km from John Ball Zoo

michelle

A modern lounge with a city view, featuring a sofa, round tables, and vibrant chairs.

A bar area with a large mirror, three blue bar stools, a chandelier, and a window with curtains.

A modern restaurant with a mix of round and rectangular tables, some with napkins and glasses. Large windows offer views of the outdoors.

A high-rise hotel room with a balcony overlooking a cityscape, a river, and a bridge.

11. Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.6 km from John Ball Zoo

Erica

5.940.961 ₫

7.010.220 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious hall with high arched ceilings, large windows, and a marble floor.

A restaurant setting with round tables, plates of food, and drinks.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a pendant light.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted light, a sliding door leading to a bathroom, and a window with a view.

12. CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo

Hannah

3.295.433 ₫

3.888.610 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a no diving sign, a lifeguard chair, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a TV, and large windows.

A hotel room with a kitchenette, a sofa, a small table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

13. Drury Inn & Suites Grand Rapids

14.5 km from John Ball Zoo

Lynn

2.930.283 ₫

3.457.735 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with multiple seating arrangements, a staircase, and large windows offering natural light and views.

The ADA HOTEL with a modern facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, a staircase, and a reception desk with a map backdrop.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a view of the street.

14. Ada Hotel

17.9 km from John Ball Zoo

Tom

6.273.253 ₫

7.402.437 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious interior with a modern staircase, a fireplace, and a seating area with a coffee table and chairs.

A Country Inn & Suites by Radisson building with a covered entrance, flag, and landscaped area.

A modern living room with a fireplace, green armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a staircase.

An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating, and a view of a multi-story building.

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI

9.5 km from John Ball Zoo

3.064.102 ₫

3.615.640 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by tiled walls and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Airport

East Paris, 13.2 km from John Ball Zoo

Chiyang

3.293.618 ₫

3.886.470 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio area with a stone fire pit, seating arrangements, and a covered section with tables and chairs.

A spacious living area with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and a herringbone wood floor.

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and large windows.

17. Staybridge Suites Grand Rapids South by IHG

14 km from John Ball Zoo

2.619.334 ₫

3.090.815 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling, yellow and green chairs, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel with a prominent "HOME2" sign, covered outdoor seating area, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a coffee machine, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Grand Rapids South

12.9 km from John Ball Zoo

Sigrid

2.623.224 ₫

3.147.870 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel entrance with a covered waiting area, a prominent Tru by Hilton sign, and a well-lit facade.

A snack kiosk with a variety of drinks and snacks, a sign for a 24/7 market, and a request for sundries.

A modern restaurant interior with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a visible counter with beverages.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, colorful chairs, and a hanging chair.

19. Tru By Hilton Comstock Park Grand Rapids

9.9 km from John Ball Zoo

Debra

1.961.907 ₫

2.315.050 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating and a glass-enclosed restaurant.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance, stone pillars, and a landscaped front with flower beds.

A modern restaurant with a high ceiling, large windows, and a mix of seating including booths and tables.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Rapids South - Wyoming by IHG

11.9 km from John Ball Zoo

Sean

2.463.730 ₫

2.907.201 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to John Ball Zoo

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown	9.6 Exceptional 1,171 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 1,100 reviews	View
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View

Top John Ball Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Clean place"

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay!"

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice"

Spark By Hilton Walker Grand Rapids North

8/10 Good

"Clean room and facilities."

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

8/10 Good

"Older building, but close to downtown & gets the job done."

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Nice and helpful staff. Had a kiosk to buy things which helped because I forgot a brush."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI

10/10 Excellent

"So convenient to Meijers Gardens and loved Gravity Restaurant on the grounds of the hotel"

Days Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Near Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and bed was comfortable, rugs could be updated, overall not bad"

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Great room and great easy stay!"

Other attractions near John Ball Zoo

The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Center with an American flag, a statue, and a fountain.

Gerald R. Ford Museum

8.8/10 (400 reviews)

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

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A modern glass building with a curved facade and a large overhang.

Van Andel Arena

8.8/10 (1,283 reviews)

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.

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Public Museum of Grand Rapids

8.8/10 (527 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Public Museum of Grand Rapids during your travels in Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

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DeVos Performance Hall

8.6/10 (729 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at DeVos Performance Hall during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Fish Ladder Park

Explore the great outdoors at Fish Ladder Park, a lovely green space in Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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DeVos Place Convention Center

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in DeVos Place Convention Center during your trip to Grand Rapids.

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Rosa Parks Circle

Rosa Parks Circle is just one of the places to see in Grand Rapids, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Broadway Grand Rapids

7.4/10 (13 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Broadway Grand Rapids during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around John Ball Zoo?

John Ball Zoo is located in an area of Grand Rapids known for its great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 21 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels are there close to John Ball Zoo?

Expedia has 21 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from John Ball Zoo.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near John Ball Zoo, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near John Ball Zoo.

What can I see and do near John Ball Zoo?

Gerald R. Ford Museum, Public Museum of Grand Rapids and Van Andel Museum Center feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Heritage Hill Historic District, Meyer May House and Voigt House Victorian Museum are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at DeVos Performance Hall, Broadway Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Civic Theatre.

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1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI

2. Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

3. Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

4. Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

5. JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

6. Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

7. Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

8. Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

9. AC Hotel by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

10. BlueJay Hotel

11. Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

12. CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

13. Drury Inn & Suites Grand Rapids

14. Ada Hotel

15. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Airport

17. Staybridge Suites Grand Rapids South by IHG

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Grand Rapids South

19. Tru By Hilton Comstock Park Grand Rapids

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Grand Rapids South - Wyoming by IHG

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Top John Ball Zoo Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

Spark By Hilton Walker Grand Rapids North

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI

Days Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Near Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Other attractions near John Ball Zoo

Gerald R. Ford Museum

Van Andel Arena

Public Museum of Grand Rapids

DeVos Performance Hall

Fish Ladder Park

DeVos Place Convention Center

Rosa Parks Circle

Broadway Grand Rapids

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