Westside Connection
Grand Rapids
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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 acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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 theatre 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.
Top hotels in Westside Connection
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Every staff member I interacted with was incredibly professional, helpful, and kind. They truly were the stand-out. However, I would never stay here again for a few reasons. Above all, our room was dirty and run down. There were broken hooks hanging off the wall, stains all over the furniture, stains ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
We stayed in the Arizona sweet. Doors to our bedroom were locked. We were unable to get a rollaway. They brought wet sheets and blankets. The amenities were subpar in the room. The pool and space was disgusting with hair floating all in pool and around the pool deck.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Hotel overall was very clean. The room was clean. We never made it to breakfast, but they did offer free breakfast! Good location right off the highway. There's a mall, gas station, a Starbucks, etc. all nearby within 5 to 15 minutes
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
We loved everything about our stay will be back for two days so we could really enjoy
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
It's a beautiful place! Breakfast and staff were great.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
WoodSpring Suites Grand Rapids Kentwood
Hotel was great. Clean, well maintained and a good stay. The amenities were very bare minimum. No iron, no blow dryer, no conditioner. There were no ice dispensers, and I was told there were ice trays in the freezer but that wasn't helpful because we needed ice at that very moment. Overall, it was ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Westside Connection
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 La Grande Vitesse.
John Ball Park
While visiting John Ball Park, you might make a stop by sights like John Ball Zoo and Public Museum of Grand Rapids.
Alpine Center
Alpine Center might not have many top sights, but Meijer Corporate Headquarters and LMCU Ballpark are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Black Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Black Hills and surrounding area, you can visit John Ball Zoo and Downtown Market.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to La Grande Vitesse and Grand Rapids Art Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
