What's it like in John Ball Park?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Grand Rapids's John Ball Park neighbourhood. Are you looking for John Ball Park travel tips? Make sure that you visit John Ball Zoo and Public Museum of Grand Rapids while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in John Ball Park?

Based on our traveller data, Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay in John Ball Park. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Van Andel Arena, and it offers a restaurant and an indoor pool.

How many hotels will I find in the John Ball Park area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Grand Rapids, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 32 John Ball Park hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in John Ball Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in John Ball Park.

What can I see and do in this Grand Rapids neighbourhood?

John Ball Zoo, Public Museum of Grand Rapids and Van Andel Museum Center are fun stops for the whole family while you're in John Ball Park. Gerald R. Ford Museum and Millennium Park are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. DeVos Performance Hall, Van Andel Arena and Grand Rapids Art Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around John Ball Park. While you're out sightseeing in Grand Rapids, make sure that you visit other sights such as Fish Ladder Park or Broadway Grand Rapids.

Top 10 John Ball Park Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for John Ball Park hotels

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1. Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

John Ball Park

David

RM651 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

2. BlueJay Hotel

John Ball Park

michelle

RM1,161 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI

Belknap Lookout, 2.8 km from John Ball Park

Lashandra

RM795 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.4 km from John Ball Park

Charlie

RM713 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

5. Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Park

Kara

RM776 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

6. Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.2 km from John Ball Park

Megan

RM863 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

7. Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.2 km from John Ball Park

Robert

RM1,104 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

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

8. Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Park

Ryan

RM656 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

9. JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.2 km from John Ball Park

Diane

RM1,297 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

10. Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Heartside, 2.4 km from John Ball Park

Elizabeth

RM774 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

11. AC Hotel by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.3 km from John Ball Park

Tobias

RM959 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

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

12. CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Park

Wynetta

RM668 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a sun terrace.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

Midtown, 3.8 km from John Ball Park

Nancy Elizabeth

RM574 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a covered outdoor area.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North

Alpine Center, 6.5 km from John Ball Park

Aimee

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A bakery section with a chalkboard wall displaying various food items and a sign promoting waffles.

15. Hampton Inn Grand Rapids-North

Alpine Center, 6.6 km from John Ball Park

Stacy

RM470 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a view of the outside.

16. Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

West Grand, 4.3 km from John Ball Park

Collin

RM447 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A large indoor swimming pool with a hot tub in the center, surrounded by seating areas and large windows.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids-North by IHG

Alpine Center, 6.8 km from John Ball Park

Stephanie

RM497 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Nov - 26 Nov

An outdoor patio area with seating and a fire feature.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids North

Alpine Center, 6.7 km from John Ball Park

Marvin

RM570 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

19. The Finnley

Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Park

Cody

RM1,134 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a kitchen in the background.

20. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North

Alpine Center, 6.6 km from John Ball Park

Darrin

RM529 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in John Ball Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,121 reviews	View
BlueJay Hotel	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 50 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,170 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View

Where to stay in John Ball Park

Find the best John Ball Park areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Grand Rapids

While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like DeVos Performance Hall and Heritage Hill Historic District.

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Kentwood

Kentwood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Woodland Mall or Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.

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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.

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East Grand Rapids

Visitors to East Grand Rapids like its restaurants and lake views, and Canepa Tennis Center is a sight worth a stop.

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Medical Mile

You'll enjoy the churches and shopping in Medical Mile. You might want to make time for a stop at Heritage Hill Historic District or La Grande Vitesse.

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Top John Ball Park Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"You will find a very clean and modern hotel when you're staying at the Hyatt downtown Grand Rapids. From check-in to check-out all the staff was super friendly and helpful. The rooms are very clean, well maintained and come with a coffee maker and a mini fridge. The shower has great pressure and hot water!! The hotel serves breakfast in the morning that has quite the variety. There is something for everyone. We drove up from Indianapolis and friends drove in from Detroit, making the hotel a perfect meeting place for our long weekend. We visited the Fredrick Meijer Garden and Sculpture Park and the Gerarld Ford Presidential Museum while in town and both were a short drive from this location. The hotel is within easy walking distance to a number of really good restaurants in the downtown Grand Rapid area. There's a bar area right around the corner from check-in and in the evening we found it to be a great place to play cards until late into the night. Bar staff was incredibly accomdating and took great care of keeping us "hydrated". A parking garage is immediately available and you can access the hotel lobby from the 2nd floor of the garage. Our only disappointment was that the pool was closed for maintenance while we were there, otherwise there are so many good things available to you when you stay at this location and I highly recommend it. I don't think you will be disappointed."