Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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. Grand Haven deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Grand Haven

Grand Haven in November
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Grand Haven in November
Estimated hotel price
$100
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 12 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Grand Haven departs from Chicago and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Grand Haven is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 175 km from Grand Haven. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Chicago.

Plane

When flying to Grand Haven, you’ll arrive at Muskegon (MKG), which is located 12 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Grand Haven departs from Chicago and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Grand Haven is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 175 km from Grand Haven. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Chicago.

Airports near Grand Haven

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
GRRGrand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl
LANLansing Capital City

Airlines serving Grand Haven

KLM
Good (1,441 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,731 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,689 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,075 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,193 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,091 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,176 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,523 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,479 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,635 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,655 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,745 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,891 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,495 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,077 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,687 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,187 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,910 reviews)
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Where to stay in Grand Haven

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Grand Haven, with prices from $67 to $735 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Grand Haven are about 50% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Grand Haven by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Grand Haven

Most booked hotels in Grand Haven

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Harbor House Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 764 reviews)
$124+
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The Shoreline Inn Muskegon, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1067 reviews)
$114+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Muskegon Convention Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 374 reviews)
$137+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Muskegon - Grand Haven By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.9, 117 reviews)
$109+
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Best Western Beacon Inn
2 stars
Good (7.7, 710 reviews)
$70+
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Baymont by Wyndham Muskegon
2 stars
Good (7.5, 957 reviews)
$50+
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Renting a car in Grand Haven

Renting a car in Grand Haven costs $79 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Muskegon.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Grand Haven, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Grand Haven costs $79 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 11% more expensive than at Muskegon.

Expect to pay $3.14 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 $37.70 and $50.27. Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Grand Haven, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

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