Grand Rapids Accommodation

Grand Rapids overview

Grand Rapids is a friendly locale distinct for its art and gardens, and known for its college atmosphere and shops. You'll enjoy the area's dancing, live music, and museums. Take in some local culture at popular places like Grand Rapids Art Museum and Public Museum of Grand Rapids. Gerald R. Ford Museum and Grand Rapids Children's Museum are popular places to visit. If you're looking for a family-friendly getaway, Grand Rapids is for you.

Where to stay in Grand Rapids

Whether you're planning to stay for a night or for the week, the area around Grand Rapids has accommodations to fit every need. Search for hotels in Grand Rapids with Hotels.com by checking our online map. Our maps display the areas and neighborhoods around all Grand Rapids hotels so you can see how close you are from landmarks and attractions, and then refine your search within the larger area. The best Grand Rapids hotel deals are here with our lowest price guarantee.

How to get to Grand Rapids

Fly in to Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.), 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from downtown Grand Rapids. Muskegon, MI (MKG-Muskegon County) is the next closest major airport, 31.7 mi (51 km) away. Grand Rapids Station is the closest train station.

What to see around Grand Rapids

Fun activities include attractions such as:

• • Fish Ladder Park
• • Huff Park
• • Millennium Park
• • Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve
• • Donald Lamoreaux Park

Art, live music, and museums are top draws, along with cultural places like:

• • DeVos Performance Hall
• • Grand Rapids Art Museum
• • Van Andel Museum Center
• • Public Museum of Grand Rapids
• • Grand Rapids Civic Theatre

Below are some favorite shopping areas to find that perfect souvenir—or simply browse:

• • Downtown Market
• • Woodland Mall
• • RiverTown Crossings Mall

Take some time to explore campus or the area surrounding:

• • Grand Valley State University - Pew Campus
• • Aquinas College
• • Cornerstone University
• • Calvin College
• • Davenport University

Some popular places in the area include:

• • Gerald R. Ford Museum
• • Grand Rapids Children's Museum
• • John Ball Zoo
• • Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

When to visit Grand Rapids

Curious about when's the best time to visit? Here are the seasonal norms to help with your planning:

Seasonal temperature averages

• January-March: 51°F day, 18°F night
• April-June: 83°F day, 32°F night
• July-September: 83°F day, 47°F night
• October-December: 66°F day, 20°F night

Seasonal rainfall averages

• January-March: 6.30 inches
• April-June: 11.10 inches
• July-September: 11.65 inches
• October-December: 9.29 inches