Safety Measures & Precautions

The health and safety of our associates and guests is a top priority. As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, we are actively monitoring guidance provided by public health officials, and we want to assure our visitors that additional sanitary measures are in place to maintain a healthy environment and limit the spread of germs. In addition to our regular and very thorough cleaning procedures, we are currently taking extra precautions, including:

  • Housekeeping is using EcoLab Peroxide Cleaner and Disinfectant Spray on all surfaces that guests or employees might touch in common areas, including the front desk, guest elevators, lobby restrooms, stairwell handrails and more.
  • Inside guest rooms, we are using EcoLab Peroxide Cleaner and Disinfectant Spray and always change to new, clean rags between rooms.
  • All high touch surfaces are being cleaned and disinfected several times throughout the day in guest corridors.
  • Guest check-in reception area is being cleaned every 30 minutes including all counters, pens, phones, and PIN pads.

We look forward to the opportunity to welcome you soon!

What's Happening in Grand Rapids: October 2021

Whats happening in october

Calling all Halloween lovers, Grand Rapids has fun planned for you this October! From haunted classics to a spooky night at the zoo, there's something spooky for the entire family to enjoy. Here, the Holiday Inn Grand Rapids listed out some of our favorite events happening this October. Don't forget the candy!

Movies on the Lawn: Hocus Pocus (October 1)

Binx ! Join Circle Theatre and Experience GR on the lawn for a showing of Halloween classics like Hocus Pocus presented in partnership with Wealthy Theatre. Easily walk over from Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown with outside food welcome. Don't forget to dress up! There will be contests and prizes for top costumes of the night. Proceeds from each night will benefit the Circle Theatre and Wealthy Theatre. 

MOVIES ON THE LAWN: HOCUS POCUS

Geeks Who Drink Trivia (October 6)

Join "Geeks Who Drink" on October 6th at Speciation Artisan Ales for a trivia pub-style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will lead you on an adventure with topics ranging from celebrities in trouble to wordplay to bad television. Win awesome prizes with your team as you answer over 70 trivia questions in 2 hours. Before trivia starts at 7 PM, grab a delicious burger and appetizers with your friends at Burger Theory. Register your team and see past winners at the link below:

GEEKS WHO DRINK TRIVIA

Zoo Goes Boo! (October 15-17 & 22-24)

Looking for some Halloween fun with the kids this October? John Ball Zoo is excited to announce tickets are now available for the Halloween favorite Zoo Goes Boo! The Zoo will again transform into the ultimate Halloween destination with decorations, costumes, candy, and, of course, the Zoo’s amazing animals. Tradition returns this year with spooky treat stations ready for trick-or-treating located throughout the Zoo. After you're finished at the zoo, make sure to stop and check out Burger Theory's kid's menu to fill their bellies!

ZOO GOES BOO!

The Haunt (October 1-31)

Who's ready to be terrified? West Michigan's "The Haunt" is back and better than ever! Equipped with killer clowns and daunting monsters, The Haunt is the ultimate way to celebrate the spooky season. Destress and relax afterward on the Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown rooftop lounge and enjoy a delicious local brew at Burger Theory. For more information and tickets, just click below: 

THE HAUNT 2021

Grand Rapids Scavenger Hunt: Grand Hunt Round River City (October 1-October 31)

Join "Let's Roam" and Experience GR for the latest Grand Rapids Scavenger Hunt! Along Michigan's Grand River you'll find Civil Rights heroes, US presidents, and a whole lot of art. On this scavenger hunt of Grand Rapids, go in search of epic sculptures, great green spaces, and storied buildings on both sides of the river all within walking distance of The Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown! Visit their website and register your team today at the link below:

GRAND RAPIDS SCAVENGER HUNT

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