Places to stay while in Grand Rapids:
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel: Many
conventions and
wedding receptions are held here. Located on
Pearl Street. A
walkway connects this hotel to several
office buildings and the
Van Andel Arena.
Courtyard by Marriot: Mainly a hotel used for conventions and
business seminars. Closest to the Van Andel Arena.
Days Inn: Close to
downtown. Can
overnight here if you are passing through. Closest to Amway Grand Plaza and usually gets the people who can't get a room at the Grand Plaza for a convention held there.
Places to eat:
Z's: A
pub located on
Campau Avenue. Famous for serving
Rose's Ribs.
TGI Friday's: Popular restaurant
chain with a location on
Monroe Avenue.
Cygnus:
Exquisite restaurant and
lounge located on the 27th and 28th floors of the Grand Plaza hotel. An
express elevator sends guests to the restaurant during
business hours.