Nelson Travel Guide
Muskegon
Popular places to visit
Hackley and Hume Historic Site
You can browse the exhibits at Hackley and Hume Historic Site, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Muskegon. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Michigan's Adventure
Bring the family to Michigan's Adventure and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Muskegon. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or seek out the adventure tours.
Pere Marquette Park Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Pere Marquette Park Beach during your travels in Beachwood-Bluffton?
Muskegon Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Muskegon Beach during your trip to Muskegon?
Muskegon State Park
Enjoy a trip to Muskegon State Park and popular activities such as taking adventure tours in Muskegon. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
USS Silversides
You can browse the exhibits at USS Silversides, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Muskegon. Wander the lakeside and beautiful beaches in the area.
Top hotels in Nelson
Delta Hotels by Marriott Muskegon Convention Center
"Amazing!!"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Grand Haven
"Room was fine. The breakfast wasn’t all that good. Eggs were rubbery. Bacon was meh. Not a ton of choices. If you like yogurts and cold cereal it’s fine."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
The Weathervane Inn
"Excellent experience…clean room…quiet…good breakfast…friendly staff!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Muskegon
"Great for families. Nice pool area. No glitz and glam but great for the price. Staff were very attentive and friendly. Breakfast was par but kept well stocked. Rooms were clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Norton Shores/Muskegon
"First few rooms were unacceptable and had my daughter with me and there were some type of roach looking varmint types of bugs in the few rooms as well. The breakfast there compared to other baymonts very sad.. recommend if you need a cheap place to stay and dont mind visitors."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Haven-Spring Lake by IHG
"Just a little tired. Otherwise acceptable."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nelson
Nims
While Nims may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail.
North Muskegon
While North Muskegon isn't home to many top sights, Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts and USS LST 393 are some notable places to visit nearby.
Muskegon Heights
Lake views and restaurants are some things travellers note about Muskegon Heights. Check out Hackley and Hume Historic Site or USS LST 393 while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.
Roosevelt Park
Roosevelt Park is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail while you're in town.
Lakeside
While Lakeside isn't home to many top sights, Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bluffton
If you're spending some time in Bluffton, Lake Michigan and Pere Marquette Park Beach are top sights worth seeing.
