Central Michigan

Travel Guide

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Where to stay in Central Michigan

Grand Rapids which includes a city

Downtown Grand Rapids

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

Downtown Grand Rapids
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Norton Shores

Travelers come to Norton Shores for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lake Michigan and Hoffmaster State Park while you're in town.

Norton Shores
Muskegon State Park showing boating and general coastal views

Laketon Township

If you're spending some time in Laketon Township, Lake Michigan and Muskegon State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Laketon Township
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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.

Kentwood
Windmill Island featuring wildflowers and a garden

Downtown Holland

If you're spending some time in Downtown Holland, New Holland Brewing and Windmill Island are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Holland
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Lakeside

While there might not be top attractions in Lakeside, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail.

Lakeside
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport

3 out of 5
3333 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is P4,488 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P4,488
P5,297 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,977 reviews)
"Expedia originally gave us the wrong driving directions and ended up in downtown Grand Rapids."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

3 out of 5
270 Ann Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI
Fully refundable
The price is P5,765 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P5,765
P6,803 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6/10 (1,010 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth

Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth

3 out of 5
1 Covered Bridge Ln, Frankenmuth, MI
The price is P12,080 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P12,080
P15,906 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Frankenmuth. Enjoy free parking, 4 indoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,417 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. The property was huge with beautiful grounds and plenty to do. The water park had a swim up bar. Our room was clean. The shower had amazing water pressure. Room service was quick and tasty. Our bed was a little too firm and the parking was a challenge but overall an enjoyable ..."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
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Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids

Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids

3 out of 5
2701 E Beltline Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions Frederik Meijer Gardens and ...
5.4/10 (77 reviews)
"We needed a place that would sleep 4 adults and 2 big dogs. Real close to places to eat and walk to Starbucks in the morning. Not a 5 star place but really fit our needs for a place to sleep while visiting the hospital for a protracted stay."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids
Lost Arrow Resort

Lost Arrow Resort

3 out of 5
1749 Bomanville Rd, Gladwin, MI
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cabin in Gladwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour business center. Popular attractions Clement Township Park ...
8/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
Lost Arrow is a Hidden Gem
"We absolutely love this place. It is a hidden gem and we wish we had known about it decades earlier. We could not get over how beautiful this property is, how millions of stars light up the sky at night, how the Tittabawassee River looks like a mirror. The rooms are comfortable, beautifully Designed ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Lost Arrow Resort
Aloha Beach Club Resort

Aloha Beach Club Resort

3.5 out of 5
3358 US-23, Oscoda, MI
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cottage in Oscoda. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a private beach.
8/10 Very Good! (44 reviews)
"Very quite and clean."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Aloha Beach Club Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Michigan's Adventure

Michigan's Adventure

Bring your family to Michigan's Adventure and enjoy this exciting theme park in Muskegon. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the adventure tours.

Michigan's Adventure
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 Haven Beach

Grand Haven Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Grand Haven Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Grand Haven. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the festivals in this family-friendly area.

Grand Haven Beach
Bronner's Christmas Wonderland

Bronner's Christmas Wonderland

During your visit to Frankenmuth, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bronner's Christmas Wonderland. Discover the breweries and festivals in this family-friendly area.

Bronner's Christmas Wonderland
Downtown Market

Downtown Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Downtown Market during your stay in Grand Rapids. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Downtown Market
John Ball Zoo

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 theater scene and great live music.

John Ball Zoo

Things to do

Step into the shadows and discover the haunting tales of Motor City's past.

Motor City Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour

P1,512
per adult
Motor City Ghosts: Haunts, Spirits, and Poltergeists Walking Tour
Detroit Flavors Food Tour

Detroit Flavors Food Tour

P8,725
per adult
Detroit Flavors Food Tour
Downtown Detroit Donut and Pastry Adventure

Downtown Detroit Donut and Pastry Adventure

P4,071
per adult
Downtown Detroit Donut and Pastry Adventure
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Bay City which includes night scenes and a bay or harbor

Bay City

East Tawas

East Tawas

Grandville

Grandville

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