Central Michigan Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Central Michigan

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Norton Shores

Travellers come to Norton Shores for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lake Michigan and Hoffmaster State Park while you're in town.

Norton Shores
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Downtown Grand Rapids

While visiting Downtown Grand Rapids, you might make a stop by sights like DeVos Performance Hall and Heritage Hill Historic District.

Downtown Grand Rapids
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Kentwood

Kentwood is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Woodland Mall or Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve.

Kentwood
Muskegon State Park showing boating and general coastal views

Laketon Township

If you're spending some time in Laketon Township, Lake Michigan and Muskegon State Park are top sights worth seeing.

Laketon Township
Windmill Island showing wild flowers and a garden

Downtown Holland

If you're spending some time in Downtown Holland, New Holland Brewing and Windmill Island are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Holland
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Lakeside

While Lakeside isn't home to many top sights, Lake Express Ferry Terminal and Lakeshore Bike Trail are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lakeside
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
3 out of 5
3333 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is ฿2,782 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
฿2,782
฿3,282 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,712 reviews)
"Yo"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Sonesta Hotel Grand Rapids Airport
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
3 out of 5
1 Covered Bridge Ln, Frankenmuth, MI
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Frankenmuth. Enjoy free parking, 4 indoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,365 reviews)
"Waterpark is mainly for kids. Wave pool and outdoor pool are very small. The hours are are only 10 am - 8 pm."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
3 out of 5
270 Ann Street NW, Grand Rapids, MI
The price is ฿4,377 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿4,377
฿5,165 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.2/10 (1,001 reviews)
"No comment"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids
Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids
3 out of 5
2701 E Beltline Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Grand Rapids. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fireplace in reception. Popular attractions Frederik Meijer Gardens and ...
5.2/10 (68 reviews)
"Was a quick trip. Property was nice. Room look update. Only negative was came with a kitchen but had nothing in it. No dishes no pots or pans or silverware. If you were going to use it you’d have to bring your own"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Affordable Suites of America Grand Rapids
Aloha Beach Club Resort
Aloha Beach Club Resort
3.5 out of 5
3358 US-23, Oscoda, MI
Stay at this 3.5-star beach cottage in Oscoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach.
7.8/10 Good! (36 reviews)
"Had a fantastic weekend here. We love Oscoda and this is a beautiful spot right on Lake Huron. The manager Chad was very helpful and a super nice guy. Keep in mind before booking this place doesn’t have certain amenities like towels, soap or shampoo and garbage bags. It does have appliances, silverware, ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2025

Aloha Beach Club Resort
Scenic Resort
Scenic Resort
3 out of 5
3272 N US-23, Oscoda, MI
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Oscoda. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
7.6/10 Good! (247 reviews)
Cant wait to be back
"Thi"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Scenic Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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