home Plan Your Grand Rapids Golf Trip in 60 Seconds Beer City USA meets surprisingly great golf
Grand Rapids is a craft beer powerhouse with 80+ breweries, a walkable downtown, and access to excellent west Michigan golf. Courses range from championship-caliber to affordable hidden gems, and the Airbnb/VRBO scene in the surrounding lake neighborhoods can easily sleep a large crew.
The best courses, bars, and rentals in Grand Rapids — curated for groups.
5 coursesSpring, Summer, Fall GRR (15 min drive)50-200k population
Courses Where to Stay house Sleeps 12-16
$600-$1500/night
East Grand Rapids and Reeds Lake area
full kitchen hot tub fire pit game room parking grill
house Sleeps 8-14
$400-$1000/night
Heritage Hill and Eastown neighborhoods
full kitchen parking grill washer/dryer
Dining
The Chop House $ steakhouse Downtown GR's premier steakhouse — dry-aged beef, private dining room for groups
HopCat $ brewpub 130 taps of craft beer and their famous Crack Fries — the original location of the now-national chain
San Chez Bistro $$ casual Tapas-style shared plates — perfect for a big group that wants variety and a festive vibe
Leo's Seafood $$$ seafood Best seafood in west Michigan — oyster bar, Great Lakes fish, and strong cocktails
Nightlife
Founders Brewing Co. Late Night brewpub World-famous taproom where KBS and All Day IPA were born — massive space perfect for groups
Brewery Vivant brewpub Belgian-inspired brewery in a converted funeral chapel — farmhouse ales and outstanding food
Reserve Wine & Food Bar Late Night cocktail Upscale cocktail lounge with exposed brick and a curated wine list — great for a nightcap
Stella's Lounge Late Night dive Award-winning burgers, pinball machines, and cheap whiskey — the best dive bar in Michigan
Activities Grand Rapids Brewery Tour brewery half day $25-$50/pp
Hit Founders, Brewery Vivant, Perrin, and more — Beer City USA lives up to the name
Grand River Kayaking kayaking 2-3 hours $35-$60/pp
Paddle the Grand River through downtown — urban kayaking with a surprisingly scenic stretch
Craig's Cruisers Go-Karts go karts 2-3 hours $25-$50/pp
Multi-level go-kart tracks, mini golf, and arcade — competitive group fun
Robinette's Apple Haus & Winery winery 2-3 hours $10-$30/pp
Michigan winery with hard cider tastings, corn maze (fall), and apple cannons
