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Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
John Ball Park, 2.2 km from John Ball Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Room was very nice and the hotel was great!"
United States
Ann
The price is P7,236
P8,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1071)
"Excellent hotel with friendly staff, very clean rooms and good breakfast options. "
United States
Erika
The price is P8,933
P10,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI

Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI
3.5 star property
Belknap Lookout, 2.9 km from John Ball Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Clean, great staff, best amenities in town. We love staying here!!"
United States
Megan
The price is P8,058
P9,508 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
4.0 star property
Heartside, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (850)
"Great hotel"
United States
Rosanie
The price is P8,297
P9,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

BlueJay Hotel

BlueJay Hotel
2.0 star property
John Ball Park, 1.8 km from John Ball Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (36)
"Very cute room & boutique hotel. Check in instructions were simple. Free street parking and excellent location.. so many great bars & restaurants right in the area. Received complimentary early check in which was very nice. Bed was comfy. Would stay again… thank you! "
United States
Jamie
BlueJay Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Friendly staff and very clean room. "
United States
Dawn
The price is P10,513
P12,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
4.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Accommodations were very lovely! A+ on cleanliness,staff and bathroom amenities! "
United States
Sharon
The price is P15,799
P18,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Overall a great place to stay. "
United States
Garry
The price is P8,942
P10,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Staff was friendly, the room was great, and the breakfast was delicious!"
United States
Emilee
The price is P7,898
P9,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.6 km from John Ball Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (298)
"Bar is grate and location is easy for events "
United States
Meeshann
The price is P11,100
P13,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
AC Hotel by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

The Finnley

The Finnley
2.5 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.9 km from John Ball Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (58)
"Clean room, comfortable bed, close proximity to everything!"
United States
Sierra
The Finnley

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Clean room, staff was nice, good location"
United States
McKenzie
The price is P6,130
P7,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
2.5 star property
Midtown, 4.1 km from John Ball Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"We had a great stay! Room was clean, breakfast was hot and tasty, bed was comfortable, and the kids loved the pool!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is P6,030
P7,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
2.5 star property
Alpine Center, 6.3 km from John Ball Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (358)
"The quiet atmosphere, variety of breakfast food was appreciated!"
United States
Mary
The price is P6,170
P7,280 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 9 - Jan 10, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North

Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids North

Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids North
3.0 star property
Alpine Center, 6.5 km from John Ball Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (463)
"Spotless room, great amenities, Staff was very helpful and courteous."
United States
Mark
The price is P5,731
P6,763 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids North

Quality Inn Grand Rapids North

Quality Inn Grand Rapids North
2.5 star property
6.4 km from John Ball Zoo
6.8 out of 10, (563)
"Was clean rooms, friendly staff, nice pool and hot tub, and breakfast was nice. "
United States
Beth
The price is P3,600
P4,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Quality Inn Grand Rapids North

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
3.0 star property
West Grand, 4.2 km from John Ball Zoo
6.4 out of 10, (1084)
"Clean room, friendly staff, nice ambience"
United States
Stefanie
The price is P5,691
P6,716 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

Quality Inn Grand Rapids Near Dowtown

Quality Inn Grand Rapids Near Dowtown
2.5 star property
6.2 km from John Ball Zoo
6.6 out of 10, (975)
"Will stay again "
United States
Larry
The price is P3,445
P4,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Quality Inn Grand Rapids Near Dowtown

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
3.0 star property
Alpine Center, 6.4 km from John Ball Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (403)
"Quiet "
United States
Corey
The price is P5,932
P7,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North

Hampton Inn Grand Rapids-North

Hampton Inn Grand Rapids-North
2.5 star property
Alpine Center, 6.4 km from John Ball Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (907)
"The stay was really nice and perfect for our needs!!"
United States
David
The price is P4,816
P5,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
Hampton Inn Grand Rapids-North
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around John Ball Zoo?
John Ball Zoo is located in an area of Grand Rapids known for its great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 26 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to John Ball Zoo?
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from John Ball Zoo. Other good options within a few miles include Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG and Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown.
How many hotels are there close to John Ball Zoo?
Expedia has 26 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from John Ball Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near John Ball Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to John Ball Zoo.
What can I see and do near John Ball Zoo?
Gerald R. Ford Museum, Public Museum of Grand Rapids, and Van Andel Museum Center feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Heritage Hill Historic District, Meyer May House, and Voigt House Victorian Museum are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at DeVos Performance Hall, Broadway Grand Rapids, and Grand Rapids Civic Theatre.