Nelson Travel Guide

Muskegon

Muskegon featuring motorbike riding as well as an individual male
Muskegon showing motorcycle riding and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Muskegon showing boating
Muskegon which includes a bay or harbour as well as a small group of people
Muskegon which includes a marina and military items

Popular places to visit

Hackley and Hume Historic Site showing heritage elements and a house

Hackley and Hume Historic Site

Explore the beautiful 19th-century mansions of two of Muskegon’s former lumber barons and participate in seasonal activities in and around the site.

Hackley and Hume Historic Site
Michigan's Adventure

Michigan's Adventure

Bring the family to Michigan's Adventure and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Muskegon. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or seek out the adventure tours.

Michigan's Adventure
Pere Marquette Park Beach featuring general coastal views and a beach as well as a large group of people

Pere Marquette Park Beach

Enjoy a relaxing day at this central city park with a wide sandy beach, outdoor activities and lovely views over Lake Michigan.

Pere Marquette Park Beach
Muskegon State Park featuring a beach and general coastal views

Muskegon State Park

Hike over scenic dunes, paddle in the lake or go wild for winter adventure sports at this beloved nature park.

Muskegon State Park
USS Silversides featuring military items and a marina

USS Silversides

After years of distinguished service, this U.S. navy submarine has taken on a new and important role as a memorial and military history museum.

USS Silversides
Norman F. Kruse Park

Norman F. Kruse Park

Explore the great outdoors at Norman F. Kruse Park, a lovely green space in Muskegon.

Norman F. Kruse Park

Top hotels in Nelson

Delta Hotels by Marriott Muskegon Convention Center

Delta Hotels by Marriott Muskegon Convention Center

3 out of 5
939 3rd St, Muskegon, MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £131 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£131
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Muskegon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (581 reviews)
"This hotel is close to the downtown. Nice bar, friendly staff, and good pool."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Muskegon Convention Center
DreamStay on Clay

DreamStay on Clay

2 out of 5
611 W Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI
The price is £273 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£273
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Muskegon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium bedding. Popular attractions Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Hackley and Hume Historic ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5 reviews)
"Family visit"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

DreamStay on Clay
Charming 3BR Home in Muskegon – Walk to Downtown & Lake!

Charming 3BR Home in Muskegon – Walk to Downtown & Lake!

Muskegon, MI
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Muskegon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Muskegon ...
6.6/10 (3 reviews)
"The house itself was clean, well equipped, and nicely decorated. I think it would help to be more direct about the driveway. A large truck could not get through the space, and it didn't seem like anyone parked on the street overnight."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

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Charming 3BR Home in Muskegon – Walk to Downtown & Lake!
Baymont by Wyndham Grand Haven

Baymont by Wyndham Grand Haven

2.5 out of 5
1500 South Beacon Boulevard, Grand Haven, MI
The price is £78 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£78
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Grand Haven. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,029 reviews)
"Overall, we were pleased with this venue. However, the hot tub was not functioning the entirety of our 4 night stay nor were the guest laundry room clothes dryers. Middle of summer, wet pool & beach wear & towels were still wet the following day, so no dryers were a huge disappointment. Breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Grand Haven
The Weathervane Inn

The Weathervane Inn

2.5 out of 5
4527 Dowling St, Montague, MI
The price is £86 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
£86
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montague. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Very comfortable beds, free and reliable internet, very convenient location, luxurious showers and jacuzzi bath. A wonderful stay!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

The Weathervane Inn
OYO Hotel Mona Lake Muskegon

OYO Hotel Mona Lake Muskegon

2.5 out of 5
3450 Hoyt St, Muskegon, MI
The price is £61 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£61
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Muskegon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
4.2/10 (511 reviews)
"Check in process was easy, room looked clean when I went into it, had to deal with people yelling in the middle of the night and arguing and other rooms. Check out was easy, but the lady at the desk was a real jerk."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

OYO Hotel Mona Lake Muskegon
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Other neighbourhoods around Nelson

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Nims

While Nims may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lakeshore Bike Trail and Lake Express Ferry Terminal.

Nims
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North Muskegon

While North Muskegon isn't home to many top sights, Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts and Hackley and Hume Historic Site are some notable places to visit nearby.

North Muskegon
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Muskegon Heights

Lake views and restaurants are some things travellers note about Muskegon Heights. Check out Hackley and Hume Historic Site or Frauenthal Center for the Performing Arts while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Muskegon Heights
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Roosevelt Park

Roosevelt Park is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail while you're in town.

Roosevelt Park
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Lakeside

While Lakeside isn't home to many top sights, Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lakeside
Pere Marquette Park Beach which includes a sandy beach and general coastal views as well as a small group of people

Beachwood-Bluffton

If you're spending some time in Beachwood-Bluffton, Lake Michigan and Pere Marquette Park Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Beachwood-Bluffton

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