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Holiday Inn Express South

2.5 of 5
6569 Clay Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Booked my reservation online to save time. When the plans changed I tried to cancel one night and was told by the management that we could cancel no problem but no refund would be given. This was about a week from the date of our stay. What I found out later was there was a college graduation that weekend so... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

Well, It's a Holiday Inn. High-traffic hotel. The "waterpark" is not a waterpark. It is a couple of small pools with some water sprays, toddler water-slide and one adult water slide. There are a lot of people in these pools. Too many people. The lifegaurds seemed to watch the pools pretty well, although the guy monitoring the adult slide was... More

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IHGCare, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn Express South, responded to this review
1 May 2013

Dear Tarsu, Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to express your thoughts and concerns. I am pleased to know you find our hotel to your liking, it is always a pleasure hearing we are doing it right. We value you as our Priority Club Gold Elite member. We work diligently to ensure our facilities are well... More

East Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States
1 review
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

I brought my family here for a few days as a mini getaway. The hotel is beautiful, clean, and pleasant. The water park is little, but wonderful! The breakfast is one of the best Hotel breakfasts we've had in a long time. On the downside, the halls are VERY noisy, especially if you stay anywhere near the pool, which is... More

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IHGCare, Guest Relations Manager at Holiday Inn Express South, responded to this review
15 April 2013

Dear Andi C, Thank you for staying with us and taking the time to leave a review. We strive to provide the best possible service and experience and it is always great to hear from our guests on how we are doing. We are very sorry to read that you experienced inconvenience because we did not meet your expectations. The... More

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Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

My husband and I were pleasantly surprised as I booked the the room before reading the rating as my grandson's hockey team was staying there. The rooms were very clean the the front desk was very accommodating. Nice breakfast also. Would definitely recommend the hotel.

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Chicago, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2013

We stayed at this hotel with my family/extended family and had an excellent time! The water park was amazing for a small scale water park, the kids loved it. The rest of the family was very happy we chose this hotel. We had great service, the rooms were clean and nicely decorated. We were quite impressed as we are from... More

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Caledonia, mi
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 November 2012

I also had problems with being reimbursed They say one thing....and do another. I was overcharged and was told it would be taken care of ....but never was. I emailed and called many, many times and was promised it would be handled. I would not trust this place. I can't believe they treat people so badly. STAY AWAY!!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

I enjoyed my visit. I was checked in and off to my room that was spotless. My room faced the freeway, but the road traffic was not noticeable. In addition, the hotel is about 3 minutes from Hwy. 131 and it's a 9 minute drive to downtown Grand Rapids. I'd stay here again.

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2012

I don't know what is wrong with this hotel, but I believe they'll do anything to get someone to book a room... I called months ago to book a two-day Fall Break stay and specifically asked about water park and hours of operation, etc., to ensure we'd be able to enjoy. The room(s) we wanted were not available, but I... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2012

IT IS HARD TO FIND, Signage isnt well. I arrived late on Friday night and stood at the desk for about 8 minutes while the lady behind the desk was on the phone. She must have been counting the drawer for the day because there was money and change spread all over the counter. Check in was quick and easy,... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2012

We also stayed on October 13 when the band was there and upon checking in for our rooms that I had booked for my daughters wedding reception next door, we were told that there was only 3 rooms booked when I had booked 5 king rooms. We were told by the manager C.J. that we had been upgraded because they... More

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Also Known As:
Holiday Inn Express South Hotel Grand Rapids
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Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids
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Grand Rapids Holiday Inn
Address: 6569 Clay Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
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Region: United States > Michigan > Kent County > Grand Rapids
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Business Centre Fitness Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
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Ranked #32 of 51 hotels in Grand Rapids
Price Range: $$
Hotel Class:2.5 star (2.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Grand Rapids South, . Home of The Big Dip' 10,000 sq. ft. water park. We are conveniently located adjacent to the Crossroads Banquet and Conference Center (full bar service) (4,000 sq. ft.) perfect for the small corporate meeting or up to 280 person wedding and social receptions. Also within minutes of major attractions, downtown Grand Rapids, Gerald R. Ford Museum, Metropolitan Hospital, Fredrick Meijer Gardens, Van Andel Arena and DeVos Convention Center. The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids-South represents the latest in design standards. Come stay with us and experience a new level of accommodations and service. This hotel offers 79 guest rooms which include two- room suites, two- story spiral staircase room and Jacuzzi suites. All rooms include a refrigerator, microwave, and free high-speed wired and wireless Internet access. Hotel amenities include free deluxe breakfast bar, 10,000 sq. ft. indoor water park (open Friday-Sunday or special events*) featuring a three story, double figure eight water slide, activity pool, and a whirlpool. The hotel has a business center open 24 hours, game room, fitness center, 2,000 sq. ft. of meeting rooms, 100% non-smoking rooms, hearing and visually impaired and handicap accessible guest rooms.To reserve birthday parties please contact the hotel direct. ... more   less 
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