Title: John Ball Park Travel Guide: Best of John Ball Park, Grand Rapids Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in John Ball Park](https://expedia.co.uk/John-Ball-Park-Grand-Rapids-Hotels.0-n553248635976482305-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Grand Rapids](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Grand-Rapids.d603005.Travel-Guide-Flights)[John Ball Park Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-John-Ball-Park.d553248635976482305.Car-Hire-Guide)[John Ball Park Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/John-Ball-Park.d553248635976482305.Holidays-City-Breaks) # John Ball Park Travel Guide ## Grand Rapids ![Lion lazily laying on a rock on a summer day in an enclosure at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976482305/f33b6f29-bde5-48d0-99c6-eea64608530f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Lion lazily laying on a rock on a summer day in an enclosure at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976482305/f33b6f29-bde5-48d0-99c6-eea64608530f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Van Andel Museum Center showing interior views as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074452/ba994f94-b665-4828-94f4-a3335693e544.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Van Andel Museum Center which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074452/2153d046-ce11-443e-8782-74908bac195f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gerald R. Ford Museum which includes street scenes and a fountain as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074456/3cac8234-22bd-4470-9785-ca49978f78a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit John Ball Park Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Grand Rapids travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Rapids.dx603005) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Otter shaking off water after swimming at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids Michigan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074462/94284331-6682-4fa4-aa14-198d264a3b04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 theatre scene and great live music. [](https://expedia.co.uk/John-Ball-Zoo-John-Ball-Park.d6074462.Attraction) ![Gerald R. Ford Museum which includes street scenes and a fountain as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074456/3cac8234-22bd-4470-9785-ca49978f78a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gerald-R-Ford-Museum-John-Ball-Park.d6074456.Attraction) ![Van Andel Museum Center which includes interior views and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074452/b5b47ef1-0ed7-4ac0-9f5f-c88b6035cec5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Van Andel Museum Center Marvel at the sheer size and scope of the diverse collection and let your kids ride on the carousel on the river in one of the region’s oldest history museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Van-Andel-Museum-Center-Grand-Rapids.d6074452.Attraction) ![Van Andel Arena](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162117/cf8c8d37-a62f-47f1-ab8e-08957a9b087a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Van Andel Arena Catch an event at Van Andel Arena during your trip to Grand Rapids. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Van-Andel-Arena-Heartside.d6162117.Attraction) ![Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park featuring wild flowers and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074450/c1653349-9028-4fce-a645-d8d50ca4d9d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Frederik-Meijer-Gardens-And-Sculpture-Park-Grand-Rapids.d6074450.Attraction) ![Grand Rapids Art Museum showing interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074464/b1a2be94-2b5a-463b-9f6d-176ddd98d60c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Rapids-Art-Museum-Heartside.d6074464.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in John Ball Park ![Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8622/f22c7881_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG 310 Pearl Street NW Grand Rapids MI £137 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Good room. Courtesy staff Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=8622&PinnedHotelID=8622&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976482305) ![Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17000/16936/9c6c3c05_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport 3333 28th St SE Grand Rapids MI £73 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8/10 Very Good! (2,514 reviews) Room was clean and great fitness room Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=16936&PinnedHotelID=16936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976482305) ![Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12670000/12667000/12666936/01741ad3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown 433 Dudley Place NE Grand Rapids MI £107 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) Very large rooms, clean Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=12666936&PinnedHotelID=12666936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976482305) ![Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/47000000/46230000/46227200/46227138/c1c58031_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown 131 Ionia Avenue SW Grand Rapids MI £136 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (895 reviews) This was our second time staying here and we absolutely love everything about this hotel Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=46227138&PinnedHotelID=46227138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976482305) ![Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60100000/60094500/60094436/000f10db_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown 40 Louis St NW Grand Rapids MI £133 15 Mar - 16 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,112 reviews) Over charged ($150) for a small juice spill Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F03%2F2026&endDate=16%2F03%2F2026&selected=60094436&PinnedHotelID=60094436&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976482305) ![Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652900/1652829/2b2329a7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI 3251 Deposit Dr Grand Rapids MI £103 9 Mar - 10 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,419 reviews) Bathroom exhaust fan visibly dirty and could not regulate heat - either too cold or too hot . 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Rapids-Heartside.dx6346366) ![Downtown Grand Rapids is second largest metropolitan area in entire Michigan state.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976234928/967800ef-e1db-44ae-a6a5-1921ec1270bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Grand Rapids While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Rapids-Downtown-Grand-Rapids.dx553248635976234928) ![Lost & Found is flanked by Warehouse One and Century Antiques in a giant warehouse chock-full of treasures. Prepare to spend hours in this maze of knick knacks and vintage goodies. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Rapids-Southwest.dx896477547450281984) ![Sunrise Grand Rapids Michigan Drone View](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6346372/2572f2cb-8bb6-4649-a5cf-9aa16df48db1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Medical Mile You'll enjoy the churches and shopping in Medical Mile. You might want to make time for a stop at Heritage Hill Historic District or La Grande Vitesse. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Rapids-Medical-Mile.dx6346372) ![grand rapids michigan city skyline and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/896494019511791616/1701805b-f4d6-4af9-8f07-7c1c64e4f557.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Grand While there might not be top attractions in West Grand, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gerald R. Ford Museum and Van Andel Museum Center. 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