John Ball Zoo

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Otter shaking off water after swimming at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids Michigan
Red Panda climbing up a catwalk in an enclosure at the zoo
The African savannah? No, the amazing Lion habitat at John Ball Park Zoo! John Ball Zoological Garden is an urban park located on the west side of the city of Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. The John Ball Zoo is situated on the ravines and bluffs along the west edge of the park. The zoo houses a variety of animals from around the world and is a significant regional attraction. With the Zoo School and Wildlife Conservation Fund the zoo gives something back to the community and world as a whole. The zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), and was the first zoo in Michigan to receive accreditation. -wiki #Michigan #PureMichigan #Zoo #JohnBallParkZoo #JohnBallPark

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Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

4 out of 5
131 Ionia Avenue SW Grand Rapids MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$262 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$262
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Located in Grand Rapids (Heartside), Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown is within a 10-minute walk of Van Andel Arena and Downtown Market.
Rooftop bar. Very clean

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

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Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

3 out of 5
310 Pearl Street NW Grand Rapids MI
Fully refundable
The price is AU$212 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$212
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
With a stay at Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG in Grand Rapids (John Ball Park), you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Van Andel Arena and Van Andel ...
Good location. Nice bar. Clean room

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

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Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
187 Monroe Ave Nw Grand Rapids MI
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$356 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$356
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
A stay at Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton places you in the heart of Grand Rapids, within a 10-minute walk of Van Andel Arena and DeVos Performance ...
Room was small but overall hotel was pretty cool. Great location, bed was ok but annoyed it was tough to get a cup of coffee in the morning and the espresso machine was down apparently….. would expect better from this hotel to get it fixed quickly or buy another one

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

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