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Sights with historical relevance in Grand Rapids are probably at the top of your sightseeing list. While you’re here, why not check out the lakeside and coffee shops?

Based on our travel expertise, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Grand Rapids, MN is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features free breakfast and free WiFi.

In Grand Rapids, there are 70 hotels bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.

Landmarks like Forest History Center and Old Central School in Grand Rapids might be worth a visit. Natural beauty is on display at Oakland Park, Pokegama Lake and Sherry Arm Bay. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Judy Garland Museum and Pokegama Golf Course.

By booking a historic hotel, guests can stay in a place that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found within the guestrooms or public spaces of these historic hotels in Grand Rapids, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is a term often used in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel tends to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s often the cultural value and how it influenced the community.

Hotels include modern conveniences and safety features you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the popular amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Grand Rapids, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.