Grand Haven travel guide

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You're Going to Love Grand Haven

With a population of 10,412, Grand Haven is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Grand Haven to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Grand Haven

Grand Haven in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Grand Haven in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Grand Haven

Plane

When flying to Grand Haven, you’ll arrive at Muskegon (MKG), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Grand Haven departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Grand Haven is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 109 miles from Grand Haven. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

When flying to Grand Haven, you’ll arrive at Muskegon (MKG), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Grand Haven departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Grand Haven is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 109 miles from Grand Haven. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Airlines serving Grand Haven

Lufthansa
Good (4,698 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,594 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,110 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,968 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,964 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,725 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,584 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,545 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,359 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (760 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (770 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (485 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,322 reviews)
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Where to stay in Grand Haven

Average rates range from around $249 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $272 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Rodeway Inn and Baymont by Wyndham Grand Haven.

Where to stay in popular areas of Grand Haven

Most booked hotels in Grand Haven

Harbor House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 518 reviews)
$194+
Looking Glass Beachfront Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, 19 reviews)
$252+
Shoreline Inn and Conference Center Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 658 reviews)
$166+
Delta Hotels by Marriott Muskegon Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 303 reviews)
$184+
Holiday Inn Grand Haven-Spring Lake
3 stars
Good (7.8, 243 reviews)
$191+
Best Western Beacon Inn
2 stars
Good (7.6, 505 reviews)
$146+

Renting a car in Grand Haven

Renting a car in Grand Haven costs $82 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Muskegon.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Grand Haven (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Grand Haven, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Grand Haven costs $82 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Muskegon.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Grand Haven (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Intermediate (Jeep Cherokee or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Grand Haven, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.