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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.

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.

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.

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
My experience at this hotel was quite disappointing. I have traveled to many cities, and unfortunately, this was one of the least satisfactory stays I have had. The bathroom was not well maintained, and basic amenities like drinking water were not provided in the room. The room itself appeared quite ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Staff was super friendly and helpful 10/10 Location is nice Bed was nice Room was just ok Lobby was very nice 9/10 stay overall
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Showers were cold..Room is old and was dirty under the bed and in the corners. Hair was on the bathroom floor.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Very clan property, excellent rooms! Nice bar and restaurant
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Great location, very clean and loved that there is a full service restaurant!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Very large two queen suite! Plenty of room for 4 people.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 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 La Grande Vitesse or Heritage Hill Historic District.

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.
