Heart of Grand Rapids.Within a 15-minute walk of this John Ball Park vacation home, you'll find John Ball Zoo and Grand Valley State University - Pew Campus. Van Andel Museum Center and Public Museum of Grand Rapids are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Adobe Mexican Kitchen - 17 min walk
Joey's Tavern - 6 min walk
Vito's Pizza - 16 min walk
Rapid River Stillhouse - 15 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
West Side is the Best Side of Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids has so much to offer and we would love for you to be our guest in this beautiful 1640 sq ft 4 bedroom/2 bathroom home! Located perfectly on the westside where it's quiet enough for a walk to the park, close to the zoo or a short drive to the market and popular restaurants. Comfortably sleeps 8 people with main floor bedroom daybed/ trundle and upstairs host 3 more bedrooms with 2 queens and 2 twins. Love to host you and your loved ones the next time Grand Rapids is calling your name! The space The kitchen is fully stocked. Front porch has seating for the morning coffee or a good book. Equipped with Wifi and 1 large TV on main floor. Bedrooms are decorated for the feeling of home with comfortable beds and Bathrooms have luxurious towels and bath products available for your use, as well as hair dryers. Iron and board if need be. Cleaning supplies on site for your use but it does get professionally cleaned before and after your stay. Looking for forward to your stay with us! Guest access Parking in driveway for up to 4 cars. Back of garage space for 2 and plenty of street parking. Keep up with all that GRAND RAPIDS has to offer! ExprienceGR.com
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
No elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,636 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
No smoking inside the Airbnb.
No parties or events.
No pets allowed or security deposit will be forfeited. Owners are HIGHLY allergic!
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number Z29004
Property is also known as
West Side is the Best Side of Grand Rapids Grand Rapids
West Side is the Best Side of Grand Rapids Private vacation home
West Side is the Best Side of Grand Rapids Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 69 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
David M., Oak Park
Oct 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in GR. Cozy house, clean, all the amenities you need. Highly recommend.
David M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sandra C.
Oct 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This was comfortable for 5 women attending a local fly fishing convention. Convenient to drive to airport center venue. Easy Uber to and from airport. Nicely furnished updated house with many thoughtful extras. We felt very welcome. Plenty of places for us to sit and easily visit. Well stocked kitchen. Lots of parking space. Quiet neighborhood. Highly recommend!
Sandra C.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrew G.
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Andrew G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan M H.
Sep 8, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice place for our extended weekend stay / golf trip. Centrally located to the city and easy access to Grand Valley for the football game.
Ryan M H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sam C.
Sep 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Sam C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Four brothers met for annual get together. We enjoyed a car show, drag racing and oval track racing. The house location was perfect for all events. Grand Rapids was beyond our expectations for comfort and activity. Local restaurants were very good. The house was comfortable and had plenty of space. Kitchen and baths were especially nice. Very nice stay.
Paul S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Pamela T.
Aug 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
It was near the wedding and reception we were attending so great location. Accommodation fit our family needs. Very comfortable and everything was there we needed.
Pamela T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
James T.
Aug 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay at this property! Owners were easy to work with, check in worked well, it was beautifully decorated with lots of small unexpected touches. Spacious kitchen had everything we needed and the bathrooms and bedrooms were all lovely and well stocked with towels and bedding. This house set a high bar for future rentals to exceed!
James T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental!
Very happy with our stay here! Exactly as described, very clean, easy check-in/out. Highly recommend!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Douglas H.
Jul 22, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The house exceeded our expectations. It was clean and nicely appointed.
Douglas H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Holly L.
Jul 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay! Would definitely rent again.
Holly L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephen R.
Jul 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip
We enjoyed our stay! Loved the decor and attention to detail. Kids loved the park nearby! Hope to be back again sometime!!
Stephen R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah G.
Jun 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay!
My siblings, mom and I stayed here for my sisters 40th birthday (6 people total). We were very comfortable and had everything we needed in a home away from home. It was immaculately clean. Beds were all comfortable and we felt like we had plenty of space. The kitchen is well appointed. We cooked dinner one night and breakfast all 3 days and had everything we needed. Both showers were great and the bathroom towels were nice and soft. The owner responded very quickly to a question i had prior to the trip & communicated check in instructions with door code the day before our stay. Location is great too. We walked to the zoo one day & downtown is just a quick 5 minute drive. Would absolutely recommend this house and the owner.
Sarah G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joseph D.
May 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient And Comfortable Family Weekend
Westside location so convenient to downtown and John Ball zoo for the Lantern Festival and wedding/reception. Accurate listing, very clean and comfortable with thoughtful touches throughout. The kitchen was well-stocked, and close to a spacious park for kids. Highly recommend this property.
Joseph D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kim A.
Apr 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Just like Home
GVSU graduation, great place to congregate before festivities. Spacious, clean and all the amenities you could ask for to make your stay just like home. I will definitely use this listing again if I ever need to come back to Grand Rapids.
Kim A.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alida T., Dillon
Apr 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great place to stay. Owner was great at responding to question. Home is cute and cozy.
Alida T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
cindy w.
Mar 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend visit with adult kids
We had the best time at this beautiful home. It may be the nicest VRBO we’ve ever stayed in, and we’ve stayed in a lot. Every detail was thought of. Linens, sheets, and towels were the highest quality, furnishings were new and tasteful. There are too many extras to mention all but the water bottles in the fridge coffee, tea to go cups and plenty of cooking supplies made it feel like home. The home is walking distance to downtown Grand Rapids and the neighborhood felt safe with sidewalks everywhere we wanted to go. We hope to return soon!
cindy w.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kaley N.
Dec 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home away from home!
The host thought of everything! We loved staying here to celebrate my mom’s 60th birthday with a girls trip to Grand Rapids. The location was perfect, the house was spacious and clean, and the host was communicative. We will stay here again if we are in the area!
Kaley N.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda W.
Dec 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Holiday
This house was so comfortable! We loved the open floor plan. There were snacks and water available. The park nearby is a nice area for kids to play. Very comfortable and we all had a great time.
Linda W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Russ R., Salt Lake City
Nov 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house and location
We came to Grand Rapids for a wedding, being held downtown, and this house was perfect.
Russ R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel D.
Oct 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great visit
Check in was an easy, house was exactly as pictured, very clean and lots of little extras that were greatly appreciated. Only criticism was the bed was very very firm, just not my preferred style. Great place if I visit Grand Rapids again I would rent this house again. Lots of stuff restraints …. Near by.
Daniel D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Molly L.
Oct 9, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
Great place to stay! Close to the highway, along with close to great restaurants! Will book again!
Molly L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
beth r.
Sep 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Labor Day wedding weekend
We had a wonderful stay. We were there for a wedding on Labor Day weekend. The house was in a perfect location for all the festivities we needed to attend.
Pre-check in communication with Tracey were answered promptly. The house had everything to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. We would definitely stay there again. Thank you.
beth r.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amanda B.
Jul 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacay
We enjoyed our stay here. We didn’t read close enough to the description to notice that the 2 queens were upstairs, and my mother-in-law has bad knees, so my in-laws ended up sleeping on the twin day bed & pull out trundle downstairs. The stairs are pretty steep and I slipped down a couple once or twice. I made my 3 year olds sit down on the stairs to go down. It was pretty warm upstairs but not unbearable (temps outside were in the 80s and the thermostat was downstairs). The beds were comfortable and it was super clean. The shower downstairs was pretty small & the upstairs shower didn’t have a ton of water pressure. Multiple TVs though out the house was a nice touch along with an assortment of snacks and games. The location was pretty close to all the things we wanted to see in Grand Rapids (children’s museum, zoo, & sculpture gardens).
Amanda B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Kreg G.
May 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice, but fell short on a few items
House listed with 2 Q beds and 4 twins. The Q's were comfortable but, there were 2 twin beds and a day bed. One twin was a metal cot and the other leaned towards the wall and was not level or stable. The day bed was not comfortable as well. There were 6 adults, and the bedding was a problem. The upstairs blinds did not have rods and could not turn open or be closed by hand. The master was missing the covering on the ceiling light revealing exposed bulbs. The outdoor furniture was filthy and we had to wash it before use, the yard was not ready for summer use and there was no wood for the firepit. However, the house was clean and well designed with an industrial vibe. Kitchen was nice with a cute coffee bar area, and the living room and furniture was comfortable. Would have given 5 stars if not for the above comments.