East Hills Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Our pick of the best East Hills Hotel Deals
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Only thing I ain’t like was having to get pool towels from the front desk. Because I didn’t know! We got in the water and had to walk to the front desk wet and cold to get towels. Other than that. GREAT HOTEL IM STAYING HERE EVERY TIME IM IN GRAND RAPIDS.. ROOMS WAS CLEAN AND NICE. THEY GOT ONE OF ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Amazing stay, friendly staff, delicious food!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Kind, accommodating, clean and well-located!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Everything is great. I will come back. The breakfast and the whole setup was great.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids Airport North by IHG
Nice staff. Common area was also clean. Easy parking situation.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Amway is always a class act. We stayed in the older Pantlind side on request. Just love it. Our in room coffee maker delivered undrinkable, tea looking coffee, and we didnt see a container to put ice in for our wine. It also would be great if the parking wasnt so expensive if you stay at the ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Hills
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
Easttown
The restaurants and live music are just a few features travellers like about Easttown. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District are a few top places to visit.
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.
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.
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
