From its humble beginnings as the United State’s center of furniture making until its status today as one of the country’s most bustling cities, the city of Grand Rapids in Michigan is now developing into a great metro area that is continuing to attract more and more tourists mainly because of the number of outdoor recreational activities that you can do. Aside from that, the city is also known for its genuine Midwest friendliness where every person, local or tourist alike, can expect a wave and a hello from anybody. Indeed, a visit to the second largest city in Michigan can be very great for everybody. Continue reading to know the best vacation rentals in Grand Rapids for your next visit.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Vintage remodeled apartment (from USD 114)
This 1890s apartment which has just been remodeled and updated to fit in today’s society is one of the best places where you can stay for a vacation in Grand Rapids. It is located just a few blocks away from Brewery Vivant, Rowster Coffee, Donkey Taqueria, Green Well, Maru Sushi, and a whole lot more shopping and culinary destinations. There are two bedrooms that can accommodate up to five people while being entertained by an LCD TV powered by Roku.
Top guest reviews
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loved having extra fans and fresh roasted coffee beans for the morningthe beds are super comfy and bruce’s coffee that he provides is amazinghouse was comfortable and had great amenitiesthe apartment was a wonderful mix of old school gr and modern amenitiesbathroom is definitely antiqueCleanliness:
just as advertised clean safe and comfortable despite the 8 degree weatherit is very clean and comfortablethe place is clean and comfortableclean and very comfortable bedthe apartment is vintage stylish super clean and with comfy bedsHost:
bruce is a great hostfantastic host and really cool antiques throughout the housebruce was a great host very quick to respondwe had a wonderful experience bruce was a great hostbruce was very responsive and went the extra mile to be sure my last minute reservation was perfectRead more reviewsLocation:
cute area walking distancesuper cute place in a great locationgreat location between downtown and eastowngreat location great valuegreat location for a girls weekend
2. Cottage bungalow for a group (from USD 100)
This two-bedroom family home in downtown Grand Rapids is a great place for families and groups of friends to stay. There is a full-sized kitchen, dining and study area, tub, shower, air conditioning, cable TV and wireless internet in this home. It can accommodate up to seven people on its queen-sized bed, two full beds, and an upper twin bed. It is located right on the bus line and is just a few minutes away from the GVSU Pew Campus, Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, Grand Rapids Children’s and Public Museum, Grand Rapids Art Museum, Van Andel Arena, DeVos Performance Hall, DeVos Place Convention Center, Fish Ladder, ArtPrize festival, John Ball Park Zoo as well as the best restaurants, shops, and breweries.
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sleeping arrangements were comfortable large living spacethe master bedroom was comfortable and the second bedroom could easily sleep 4 kids in the double/bunk/trundle combinationthe kitchen was missing a couple of nice touches (dishwasher pancake flipper) but the appliances were niceCleanliness:
it was spotlessly clean and very comfortablenewly renovated home clean and comfortable in a quiet neighborhoodHost:
the owner was responsiveowner was prompt and courteous with any concernsowner communicated well and was friendlyit was perfect for our group and mike was helpful and easy to communicate withRead more reviewsLocation:
it was a good location to downtownthe location is great for just about everythingless than five minute drive downtown or 15 minute walk to great restaurantsclose to the freeway so it is easy to get anywhere you want to gothe house was clean stocked well and a quick ride (or decent walk over the bridge) to downtown
3. Homey two-storey cottage for a group (from USD 100)
Travelling with a large family or a group of close friends? Then this two-storey cottage is great for you! This newly-renovated cottage offers convenience to a group of up to 12 people. The cottage also features cable TV, Wi-Fi, a work station, microwave, washer/dryer and a large kitchen. It is also near to some of Grand Rapids’ best tourist attractions such as the GVSU downtown campus, The Gerald Ford Presidental Museum, Grand Rapids Children’s and Public Museum, Grand Rapids Art Museum, Van Andel Arena, DeVos Performance Hall, DeVos Place Convention Center, Fish Ladder, Art Prize, John Ball Park Zoo as well as enjoy the many restaurants, shops, and breweries.
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The bedroom with the king bed was very comfortableIt had a big kitchen and dining area for cookingThe beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of parkingThe house had plenty of room and was very well stocked(dishes cooking linens soaps / detergent paper products -- all we needed)Cleanliness:
House was clean and has lots of open rooms for larger groupsThe house really nice and attractive Clean and had everything we neededHost:
Mike is very nice and accommodatingWe loved this rental and the owner was so helpful and accommodating Great RentalThe owner called before we got there to make sure we had the info we needed and was readily available to answer a question at check outWe had a great experience/entertaining we appreciated having designated parkingRead more reviewsLocation:
and we were an easy walk to many popular bars/restaurantsIt was within walking distance to the events and breweries we visitedIt was centrally located for all activities plannedDirections for location were very preciseWe stayed in this house for 3 months mike was very easy to reach
4. Family-friendly lakefront stay (from USD 268)
If you’re a nature lover, then you will surely fall in love with this place. This cottage offers breathtaking views of not only one but two lakes - the Campau and Kettle Lake. It features a full kitchen, dining room, living room, bathroom, a bedroom with a bunk bed, Wi-Fi and a large flat-screen TV with Netflix and basic cable. Outdoor recreational areas within the property also includes a patio deck, grill and access to the dock and water areas. You can even rent a boat for you to cruise on the nearby lakes.
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the location was easy to find and close to the grand rapids airportawesome location on the lake
5. Historic executive condo unit (from USD 399)
This very unique condo unit built in the 1900s is a very convenient place for you to stay as it is strategically located at the heart of Grand Rapids. Surprisingly, this unit can accommodate up to six people! It is only a few minutes of walk away from all of Grand Rapid’s best restaurants, corporate offices, convention centers, and nightlife. Having a work stay office setup, this unit contains all of the comforts of home - two bedrooms, two baths, and a full kitchen. This way, you get to experience a Grand Rapids vacation, first class!
6. Charming studio for a couple
Despite being connected to the host’s home, privacy is still guaranteed in this cozy one-bedroom studio apartment. It has its own entrance, bathroom, microwave, refrigerator, and other essential facilities. The house itself is very historic and it was featured in the annual Heritage Hill tour of historic homes in 1996 and 2008. Popular attractions are also a few steps away. And did we mentioned that there’s a free breakfast?
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
5.75 km (3.6 mi) from Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture ParkTop guest reviews
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having breakfast included and coffee in the foyer was a nice touch on the cool morningssuper room amenities and breakfast choices were an added treatcomfortable bed an air conditioner and filtered water in a pitcher in the in-room fridgethe breakfast and coffee was much appreciated the off-street parking was also a huge bonusjulianne offers all of the amenities that you need for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
the room was very clean and bed very comfortableto put it into 3 words: charming clean convenientthe room was clean & perfect size for a couplethe studio is small but very comfortable impeccably clean and quietspotless bathroom very comfortable bed small refrigerator and microwaveHost:
great host the breakfast options were a very nice additionthe host is very responsive and helpfulgreat stay and hostshe was responsive and very helpful during our tripjulianne is a wonderful host and she made our stay flawlessRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was amazing- walking distance to downtowngreat location for a quick walk to downtown grand rapidsnice area close to downtowngreat place close to downtowngreat location i work downtown and can easily walk or take the bus to my office from julianne's place
7. Quaint apartment right in the city
This one-bedroom apartment, located within the historic Grand Rapids Heritage Hill home, is indeed a great place for you to stay. It is very accessible to everything you’d like to visit - from the breweries to restaurants, stores, boutiques, coffee shops, event venues and much more. You’ll surely feel like a local during your stay. The apartment also has Wi-Fi and a TV with an Amazon Fire Stick and Netflix for your entertainment.
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
6.01 km (3.8 mi) from Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
8. Chic studio home in downtown
Hidden behind a historic heritage hill home, this one-bedroom suite offers a very chic and stylish living to anyone. Despite being on the same compound as the heritage hill home, the suite offers full privacy to its occupants, thanks to its own entrance and the luxury of having its own private bathroom, living room and kitchenette that is entirely separate from the rest of the home. Downtown Grand Rapids and St. Mary’s Hospital is also a few steps away from this property.
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
6.28 km (4.0 mi) from Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
they offer wifi hulu and netflix for entertainment which is always really thoughtful to includeloved having the living room area with sink microwave and fridgeCleanliness:
very clean and homeygreat space very clean and easy to findperfect quiet clean lovely spaceit was extremely clean and in the heart of action in grand rapidsandreas place was clean cute and fit our needs just perfectlyHost:
plus andrea is a great hostthe host provided great suggestions for local placesandrea is a great host--efficient informative but not intrusiveandrea is a wonderfully responsive host too thanks for the great stay :)check-in was a breeze the apartment is lovely and andrea was super-responsive to our questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location and very cutegood location easy entry a cute little placegreat place right near local attractionslovely place located in a great neighbourhoodvery convenient location great driveway parking
Visit the great city of Grand Rapids now
With its perfect mix of history, rich culture and modernity, Grand Rapids indeed is a great city for you to visit. For an even better experience in the city, make sure to stay in these great vacation rentals in the city!
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