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Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Watermark Country Club

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Property amenity
Near Watermark Country Club, Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport balances relaxation with activity. Guests enjoy the garden setting, indoor pool, basketball, volleyball, and free WiFi. The property offers dry cleaning/laundry services, and visitors praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Communication, Transfer Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Communication, Accessible Tub)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Suite, 1 Bedroom (1 King)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Dining Area)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobility, Bathtub)

Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible (Mobility, Bathtub)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
5401 28th Street Ct Se, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546

What's nearby

  • MSA Fieldhouse - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Calvin College - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Watermark Country Club - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Woodland Mall - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park - 8 min drive - 6.7 miles

Getting around

  • Grand Rapids Station - 17 min drive
  • Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG

Hotel near Calvin College
Located close to Watermark Country Club and Centerpointe Mall, Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a terrace, and a garden. Enjoy the 24-hour gym, as well as activities like basketball and volleyball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour business center.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking, plus extended parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, free newspapers, and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk, a gift shop, and 3 meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 117 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 81-cm LED TVs with premium channels
  • Separate dining areas, kitchens, and full-sized refrigerators/freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 4:00 AM to midnight at scheduled times and on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (USD 30 per stay)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Basketball
  • Indoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Volleyball

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 2,917 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 81-cm LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 12.50 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered extended parking fee: USD 30.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 12.50 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Alcohol is not served at this property
Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express GRAND RAPIDS AIRPORT
Holiday Inn Express Hotel GRAND RAPIDS AIRPORT
Holiday Inn Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Grand Rapids Airport
Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Hotel Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport Hotel
Hotel Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport
Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport Grand Rapids
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Grand Rapids Airport
Candlewood Suites Hotel
Candlewood Suites
Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids

Frequently asked questions

Does Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 12.50 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 4:00 AM–midnight on request.

Where is Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG located?

Located in Forest Hills, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Watermark Country Club, Centerpointe Mall, and Calvin College. Woodland Mall and Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Candlewood Suites Grand Rapids Airport by IHG Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.2

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 380 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 156 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 88 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 90 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
perfect stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy parking and access to the airport!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I stay here often! It’s clean and I’ve never had problems!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport, clean room and kitchen
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Could use some updating. Great staff and friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around it was one of my better experiences at a hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Zoie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, it was fine but the room we had smelt like crap. 9/10 of the staff was also more rude than other hotels I’ve been to. Honestly, at least spray fragrance or something before we arrive at least. And tell staff to be nice lol we are all paying for this it shouldn’t feel like we are a burden. And a $50 deposit is kind of insane for the hotel we were at. Not to mention I don’t get it back for 10 days!!??? I’ve stayed at nicer hotels in which charged less for a deposit and had it back within 3 days!! What tf is this?!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful room, the staff were very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean , friendly staff

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a relaxing stay. For what time i spent in the room things were fairly quiet and peaceful, which was what i was looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chanel was so helpful during check-in. The hotel is clean and the staff are friendly. It is near many restaurants and stores too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is clean and well Mantained, staff was super friendly. Room is spacious and clean
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice kitchen. Well furnished.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was super impressed with the facility. The staff were all friendly. The room clean. And so much nicer than I had anticipated. Would definitely stay again, and definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet and comfort

A night before an trip early trip, leaving from Grand Rapids airport. Easy check in and easy check out.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable!

Most useful and comfortable room we've stayed in ! Kitchen was stocked well with clean dishes. Bed and recliner chair were so comfy!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Individual who checked me in was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Reginald

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1st room given was not clean. Was promised 5k points for compensation but to date 3 weeks later has not been received. Very rude front desk staff. Not very accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lora

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was A-1, Friendly, very accommodating. We love this hotel. Will always stay here if I am in the area. Cleanliness, conference rooms, kitchens and stove, full size refrigerators . Chlorine in pool does not burn your eyes. Wish they had a hot tub. Overall wonderful stays every time we visit. I love the prices!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lowell

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

nice hotel

ive stay there twice both times prepaid. but each time i had to remind them it was prepaid. other than their billing process the hotel is nice quiet and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness
Okay, but needs updates.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Phyllis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Shabby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The outsiide of the hotel and property looks a bit outdated. The room itself was unexpectedly fabulous by comparison. Full kitchen, beautiful cupboards, dishwasher, full fridge, super clean, huge soft king bed and pillows that I now want to buy. I slept better than I have in months. The front desk clerk was friendly and I saw him running around working in various locations. We stayed two days for a volleyball tournament anx it was very affordable, especially considering it was GVSU graduation weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Laarnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a good stay but didnt give me my receipt
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

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