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.
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.
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.
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
Our bathroom toilet paper holder wouldnt stay on the wall. Hair on the floor in bathroom. The floor between the beds was wet!! Hotel looked nothing like the clean pictures posted on the internet.
Reviewed on 2026/3/23
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
We have always loved the Amway. Rooms have become dated and need some work!
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Great location, a lot to do within walking distance. Clean room, friendly staff and the roof top bar is a nice bonus!
Reviewed on 2026/3/22
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Great staff and a wonderful location
Reviewed on 2026/3/23
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
No problems whatsoever
Reviewed on 2026/3/23
Sheraton Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Great location, clean, helpful staff and nice hotel
Reviewed on 2026/3/23
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 DeVos Performance Hall.
