Southwest Travel Guide

Grand Rapids

When visiting the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids, be sure to stop by the Grand Traverse Distillery shop for delicious $5 cocktails and some excellent hospitality. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1Sl2oNV
When visiting the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids, be sure to stop by the Grand Traverse Distillery shop for delicious $5 cocktails and some excellent hospitality. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1Sl2oNV
The Downtown Market in Grand Rapids is a specialty food and homemade goods market and is a wonderful place to spend a couple of hours on the weekend. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1Sl2oNV

Popular places to visit

Van Andel Arena

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.

Van Andel Arena
Otter shaking off water after swimming at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids Michigan

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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

John Ball Zoo
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park featuring wild flowers and outdoor art

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 theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Gerald R. Ford Museum which includes street scenes and a fountain as well as a small group of people

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.

Gerald R. Ford Museum
Grand Rapids Art Museum showing interior views and art

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.

Grand Rapids Art Museum

Downtown Market

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Downtown Market during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Downtown Market

Top hotels in Southwest

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport

3 out of 5
3333 28th St SE Grand Rapids MI
The price is 1.851.498 ₫ per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
1.851.498 ₫
2.314.892 ₫ total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,443 reviews)
Great service and clean room

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

2.5 out of 5
433 Dudley Place NE Grand Rapids MI
The price is 3.111.882 ₫ per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
3.111.882 ₫
3.672.020 ₫ total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Clean, comfortable and convenient. Great staff, nice pool and hot tub. Big modern room with large shower.

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

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

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

3 out of 5
3251 Deposit Dr Grand Rapids MI
The price is 3.203.637 ₫ per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
3.203.637 ₫
3.780.293 ₫ total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,408 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
187 Monroe Ave Nw Grand Rapids MI
The price is 5.500.119 ₫ per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
5.500.119 ₫
6.490.192 ₫ total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
The room was spotless and staff kind.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

3 out of 5
40 Louis St NW Grand Rapids MI
The price is 3.950.798 ₫ per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
3.950.798 ₫
4.661.941 ₫ total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,097 reviews)
Clean, spacious, and great location.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Spark By Hilton Walker Grand Rapids North

Spark By Hilton Walker Grand Rapids North

3 out of 5
2151 Holton Ct NW Grand Rapids MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 1.790.398 ₫ per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
1.790.398 ₫
2.112.669 ₫ total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Van Andel Arena and Blandford ...
7.8/10 Good! (409 reviews)
Room was very clean, the only thing is I left my shoes behind and when the housekeeping staff found them they threw them away!

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Spark By Hilton Walker Grand Rapids North
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest

Lost & Found is flanked by Warehouse One and Century Antiques in a giant warehouse chock-full of treasures. Prepare to spend hours in this maze of knick knacks and vintage goodies. Read more about it here: http://bit.ly/1QqVl0x

Roosevelt Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Roosevelt Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.

Roosevelt Park
Grand Rapids Art Museum showing a city

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.

Heartside
Meyer May House showing interior views

Heritage Hill

While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.

Heritage Hill
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Garfield Park

Garfield Park might not have many top sights, but Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Garfield Park
Downtown Grand Rapids is second largest metropolitan area in entire Michigan state.

Downtown Grand Rapids

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

Downtown Grand Rapids
Lion lazily laying on a rock on a summer day in an enclosure at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids Michigan

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.

John Ball Park

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