Explore the best of downtown from our hotel in Grand Rapids

Located off I-96, the recently renovated Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids East, MI offers a relaxing retreat within 10 minutes of bustling downtown Grand Rapids and its craft breweries and eclectic restaurants. Families can visit the animals at John Ball Zoo, less than 15 minutes away, while corporate travelers appreciate a quick commute to DeVos Place convention center, only five miles from the hotel. If you’re craving some fresh air, you can head to Reeds Lake or Roselle Park for outdoor activities like cycling and hiking.

After touching down at Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR), make the roughly 15-minute drive to our hotel, where you can indulge in complimentary coffee and cookies in our lobby. Prefer to stretch your legs after a long flight? You can work out in our fitness center, swim some laps in the indoor pool, or unwind with a soothing soak in the hot tub. In the morning, head to our dining area to savor a free, hot breakfast featuring our signature waffles.

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America's Website Photography[US] - 2021 Hospitality Excellence Award

Hospitality Excellence Award

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Travelers’ Choice Award

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America's Website Photography[US] - Travelers Choice 2021

Travelers’ Choice Award

Tripadvisor bestows Travelers’ Choice Awards on hotels that consistently receive outstanding reviews from travelers around the globe.

Unwind in a family-friendly room with a fridge and microwave

After attending a wedding at Frederik Meijer Gardens or taking a tour of the Beer City Ale Trail, relax in your guest room or suite with a Serta® Elite 5000 mattress, a microwave, and a fridge. You can find a great movie on the flat-screen TV or connect to free Wi-Fi to upload your favorite photos to social media. If you’re traveling with a larger crew, opt for a one-bedroom suite with a spacious living room and a plush sleeper sofa.

King Bed

  •  335 ft²
  • 1 king
  • 5 adults
Our standard rooms feature thoughtful amenities like free Wi-Fi and premium down bedding to help you relax.

2 Queen Beds

  •  335 ft²
  • 2 queen
  • 5 adults
Store your favorite drinks in the fridge and warm snacks in the microwave in our standard room.

Studio Suite-King Bed-Queen Bed

  •  389 ft²
  • 1 king and 1 queen
  • 5 adults
You can curl up and watch the flat-screen TV in your spacious studio suite with a king bed and a queen bed.

1 Bedroom Suite-King Bed

  •  416 ft²
  • 1 king
  • 5 adults
Unwind on this suite’s sleeper sofa and use free Wi-Fi to plan your stops along the Beer City Ale Trail. 

1 Bedroom Suite-2 Queen Beds

  •  416 ft²
  • 2 queen
  • 5 adults
Ideal for families, this suite makes it easy to heat up snacks in the microwave and watch movies on one of two HDTVs. 
Organize your next business conference or celebration in one of our three well-equipped meeting rooms. Our 12-person boardroom is perfect for team huddles and interview sessions, while our Calvin Room provides the perfect setting for receptions with up to 60 guests. In addition to catering options and free Wi-Fi, we offer block accommodations for sports teams and groups attending events at our hotel or at DeVos Place.

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Emergency and medical personnel receive a 10% discount and upgraded room at check-in.
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Ideally located minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, our hotel puts you within reach of diverse restaurants and unique attractions like the Grand Rapids Public Museum and Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. Before heading out to Van Andel Arena to cheer on the Grand Rapids Griffins, you can swing by Woodland Mall to pick up some new red-and-black gear. Explore these attractions during your stay:

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

0,62 mi / 1 km from the hotel
One of Michigan's biggest tourist draws, Frederik Meijer Gardens pulls in more than half a million annual visitors intent on seeing 158 acres of botanical gardens and sculptures.

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum

4,51 mi / 7,25 km from the hotel
Learn more about Watergate, stand in a replica of the Oval Office, and pay a visit to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library at this museum dedicated to the life and legacy of the 38th president of the United States.

Grand Rapids Art Museum

4,2 mi / 6,75 km from the hotel
Browse a varied collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and other forms of art in 20,000 feet of gallery space at GRAM, the first LEED® Gold-certified art museum in the world.

Grand Rapids Public Museum

4,48 mi / 7,21 km from the hotel
History buffs appreciate this museum that explores the rich culture of the Grand Rapids area. Be sure to check out the amazing replica of 1890s Grand Rapids, complete with authentic items from the era.

Van Andel Arena

4,25 mi / 6,84 km from the hotel
This multipurpose venue hosts Grand Rapids Griffins hockey games as well as concerts by world-renowned musicians like Bob Dylan, Elton John, Kesha, and Janet Jackson.

Woodland Mall

3,75 mi / 6,03 km from the hotel
Grab a bite to eat at one of the many dining options or shop for a new outfit at popular retailers like J.Crew, Dry Goods, H&M, and Banana Republic.
3251 Deposit Drive NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49546, United States

Our hotel is about a 10-minute drive down I-196 from downtown Grand Rapids. You can easily hop on and off the Rapid buses with a Wave card and visit attractions like Van Andel Arena. Flying in for a special event? You’ll appreciate being roughly 15 minutes from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR).