Southwest, MI
Grand Rapids
Popular places to visit
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 great live music and acclaimed theater scene.
Van Andel Arena
Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
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.
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.
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.
Heritage Hill Historic District
Lining the streets of this old residential area are more than 1,000 houses of 60 different designs. Spot Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece among these historic homes.
Southwest Hotel Deals
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Room semi-clean, room cold Bedding had holes in sheets, stains on top cover Staff very courteous Parking very convenient
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Great hotel, very plush, very friendly. Great location for concerts with it being connected to Van Andel.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Great location!!!! A lot do in this area: bars, restaurants, parking, venues, desserts, movie theater, the downtown market, etc. Everything is walkable. The hotel was cleanly and the staff were pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Friendly and accommodating staff. It was so nice to have a restaurant on site. Parking is easy for being downtown. It was a comfortable stay.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
The breakfast was gross,cold. The room was clean,hotel was clean. Hot tub and pool were out of order on Sunday due to high levels of chlorine levels. When we got into the hot tub on Saturday It immediately burned our eyes so we got out. The hot tub also turned my wedding ring grey/tarnished. For ...
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
La persona de recepción, fue grosera con unas personas en linea, esperando check in
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Southwest
Roosevelt Park
While Roosevelt Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Downtown Market and Van Andel Arena.
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.
Heritage Hill
If you're spending some time in Heritage Hill, Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Garfield Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garfield Park and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown Market and Grand Rapids Children's Museum.
East Hills
If you're spending some time in East Hills, Heritage Hill Historic District and LaFontsee Galleries are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and La Grande Vitesse.