Southwest

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

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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

John Ball Zoo
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
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park featuring wildflowers and outdoor art

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

Let your kids run wild at the sand pits and tree house while you inspect the sculptures and floral displays in this park’s various gardens.

Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Grand Rapids Art Museum showing art and interior views

Grand Rapids Art Museum

The sleek design of the modernist building reflects the gorgeous contemporary artworks within. Learn how to make art fun in the workshops and camps.

Grand Rapids Art Museum
Gerald R. Ford Museum showing street scenes and a fountain as well as a small group of people

Gerald R. Ford Museum

Take a holographic tour of Ford’s White House and see a piece of the Berlin Wall in this tribute to the 38th president in the town where he was raised.

Gerald R. Ford 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

Things to do

Discover the restless spirits that refuse to fade into oblivion on our Grand Rapids' haunted tour.

Grand Rapids Wraiths and Witches Ghost Tours

RM126
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Grand Rapids Wraiths and Witches Ghost Tours
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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 RM279 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
RM279
RM348 total
17 Feb - 18 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! (2,476 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Feb 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 RM478 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
RM478
RM564 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (1,002 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 9 Feb 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 RM462 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
RM462
RM545 total
21 Feb - 22 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! (1,413 reviews)
Very nice staff, clean rooms, great breakfast, totally recommend!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
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 RM595 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
RM595
RM702 total
2 Mar - 3 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)
Beautiful and clean room. Great location for concerts and downtown attractions.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
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 RM895 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
RM895
RM1,057 total
19 Feb - 20 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! (1,011 reviews)
We were in town for a concert. The staff was fantastic and very accommodating. The room was large, with a good view and clean.

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

3 out of 5
83 Monroe Center St NW Grand Rapids MI
The price is RM462 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
RM462
RM545 total
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
Staff was great! Room could have used a bit more attention.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
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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 which includes 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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