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Terrace/patio

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,158 reviews)
"Loved our stay and the location was amazing"
United States
MICHAEL
The price is AU$291
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Lobby

Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI

Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI
3.5 star property
Belknap Lookout, 2.9 km from John Ball Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Breakfast was delicious, staff was super nice and so was the area "
United States
Collin
The price is AU$321
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
John Ball Park, 2.2 km from John Ball Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The location of the hotel was great!"
United States
Ronda
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
Front of property – evening/night

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
4.0 star property
Heartside, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location to downtown and the amphitheater."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AU$340
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Exterior

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids

JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
4.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"A little on the upper side of the price scale for a hotel in that area, but absolutely worth it compared to other hotels"
United States
Jason
The price is AU$511
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
Exterior

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel. A special place to stay."
United States
Leslie
The price is AU$318
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Hyatt Place Grand Rapids Downtown
Terrace/patio

Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown

Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel in a really good location"
United States
victor
The price is AU$265
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Homewood Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton

Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.6 km from John Ball Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay as always, great restaurants and fun hotel!"
United States
Genevieve
The price is AU$392
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
Aerial view

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids

Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.5 km from John Ball Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Our stay was great! Staff was very friendly!"
United States
Kellee
The price is AU$340
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids
Lounge

AC Hotel by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.6 km from John Ball Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (331 reviews)
"Everything was great, coming back next year"
United States
Porcha
The price is AU$357
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
AC Hotel by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
Meeting facility

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Grand Rapids, 2.8 km from John Ball Zoo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Room was clean and hotel is nicely placed in downtown near lots of spots"
United States
Margaret E
The price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
2.5 star property
Midtown, 4.1 km from John Ball Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Our stay was short, but we found the staff friendly and welcoming."
United States
Bruce
The price is AU$250
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Exterior

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
3.0 star property
Alpine Center, 6.3 km from John Ball Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (431 reviews)
"The room was clean the property is well maintained and the staff was pleasant and helpful. "
United States
Antwan
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
Exterior

Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids North

Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids North
3.0 star property
Alpine Center, 6.5 km from John Ball Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (516 reviews)
"Love staying at this property! "
United States
Jamie
The price is AU$237
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Home2 Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids North
Property amenity

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids North - Walker by IHG

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids North - Walker by IHG
3.0 star property
7.1 km from John Ball Zoo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (423 reviews)
"We loved how clean the property was but wish it had free breakfasts"
United States
Duane R
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids North - Walker by IHG
Reception

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
3.0 star property
Alpine Center, 6.4 km from John Ball Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (419 reviews)
"Perfect stay for my expectations. I ended up staying in town for another week, and didn’t think twice about booking at the same place. "
United States
Jayson
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
3 July - 4 July
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Rapids North
Pool

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids-North by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids-North by IHG
2.5 star property
Alpine Center, 6.6 km from John Ball Zoo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (684 reviews)
"Staff was very accommodating"
United States
Lauren
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids-North by IHG
Lobby

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
3.0 star property
9.5 km from John Ball Zoo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,475 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Erica
The price is AU$211
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
Restaurant

Hampton Inn Grand Rapids-North

Hampton Inn Grand Rapids-North
2.5 star property
Alpine Center, 6.4 km from John Ball Zoo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (970 reviews)
"Great staff!"
United States
Holly
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Hampton Inn Grand Rapids-North
Front of property

Tru By Hilton Comstock Park Grand Rapids

Tru By Hilton Comstock Park Grand Rapids
2.5 star property
9.9 km from John Ball Zoo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel is very clean, and friendly staff. I would definitely stay there again."
United States
David
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Tru By Hilton Comstock Park Grand Rapids
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Compare popular hotels close to John Ball Zoo

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Residence Inn by Marriott Grand Rapids Downtown
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,158 reviews
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Lobby
Embassy Suites by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown,MI
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Front of property – evening/night
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Exterior
JW Marriott Hotel Grand Rapids
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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Top John Ball Zoo Hotel Reviews

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the live jazz music on Friday night. The Saturday buffet was really good and the proximity was great for downtown activities. Only downside is there is no breakfast onsite Monday- Thursday."
Kelly 2-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
CityFlatsHotel - Grand Rapids, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Gerald R. Ford Museum

8.8/5 (400 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around John Ball Zoo?
John Ball Zoo is located in an area of Grand Rapids known for its great live music scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 23 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to John Ball Zoo?
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 4 restaurants. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from John Ball Zoo. Other good options within a few miles include Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown by IHG and Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown.
How many hotels are there close to John Ball Zoo?
Expedia has 23 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from John Ball Zoo.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near John Ball Zoo, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near John Ball Zoo.
What can I see and do near John Ball Zoo?
Gerald R. Ford Museum, Public Museum of Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Art Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Heritage Hill Historic District, Meyer May House and Voigt House Victorian Museum are must-sees while exploring the area. You can catch a show at DeVos Performance Hall, Broadway Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Civic Theatre.