Heartside Travel Guide
Grand Rapids
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Heartside
Canopy by Hilton Grand Rapids Downtown
Great place to stay with a bit of luxury like Nespresso coffee in the room and a wonderful breakfast served in the downstairs restaurant.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
The front desk told us to drive to the other side and use our key to get it, door wasn’t locked. Couldn’t get in our room door. They reset the keys, and the concierge had to handle the door to get it open. Room was fine. Bed was comfy. Didn’t like how outside doors B and C were open. No swipe required. ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Amway Grand Plaza, Curio Collection by Hilton
My husband and I decided to stay the night at the Grand Amway Hotel in Grand Rapids to celebrate his birthday. We selected a room on the 24th floor. The room itself was average with a typical TV, desk, chair, and king sized bed. The dimmer lights were a nice touch. Unfortunately the bathroom was ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI
The hotel was easy to access and the staff was very friendly. The only negatives were a very creaky bed and an underwhelming breakfast selection.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Grand Rapids Downtown
Breakfast buffet was not open only negative review I have.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
WoodSpring Suites Grand Rapids Kentwood
Very clean rooms and property. I love that there is no carpet! The only bad thing was the pillows. They need to be replaced! Very lumpy Anna the filler was rolled up.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Heartside
Downtown Grand Rapids
While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like Broadway Grand Rapids and DeVos Performance Hall.
Heritage Hill
While visiting Heritage Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Heritage Hill Historic District and Voigt House Victorian Museum.
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.
Southwest
When in Southwest, you can plan a visit to Downtown Market and Meyer May House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Belknap Lookout
When in Belknap Lookout, you can plan a visit to Grand Rapids Art Museum and Broadway Grand Rapids, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Fulton Street Farmers Market and Heritage Hill Historic District.
