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Feel the Grand Rapids Beat: FREE iPod Shuffle!

Overview

Feel the Beat

Feel the grand rapids beat from downtown festivals to lakeshore playgrounds, the beat goes on throughout the fall in grand rapids. now you can bop along to the beat on an ipod shuffle – yours free when you stay two or more consecutive nights at a participating grand rapids hotel starting in may 2009.

You can download special Touring Tunes podcasts to your Shuffle for great ideas on what to see and do while you’re here. You can also listen to the podcasts on our website in advance of your stay to help plan your visit. Just remember, we’re adding new Touring Tunes all the time.

Of course, you can load your Shuffle with hundreds of your own songs, too – making it a great companion not just for your Grand Rapids adventures, but also for your everyday life! 

Requirements

  1. Choose a participating hotel
  2. Stay at least two consecutive nights between May 29, 2009 and September 7, 2009 (now extended through October 31st, 2009- only at some hotels).
  3. Mention Feel the Beat when you call and book your reservation 24 hours in advance.
  4. Limit one iPod per reservation/household.
  5. Quantities are limited; this offer valid only while supplies last.

Some rules and regulations may apply with each hotel package.

Remember to listen to Touring Tunes podcasts to help plan your stay!

Hotel Packages

Click on the hotel name to view their package.

Amway Grand Plaza Hotel

Amway Grand Plaza Hotel
187 Monroe Ave. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (map)
Phone: (616) 774-2000 or toll-free (800) 253-3590
Fax: (616) 776-6489
Email: sales@amwaygrand.com

Experience the timeless beauty of the early 20th century alongside today's contemporary styling at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel! Stay 2 consecutive nights and receive a FREE iPod Shuffle, in-room high speed Internet access and self-parking. Package starts at $164 per night. Includes overnight accomodations for 2 in a classic room with 1 king or 2 queen beds.

Best Western Hospitality Hotel & Suites

Best Western Hospitality Hotel & Suites
5500 28th St. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (map)
Phone: (616) 949-8400 or toll-free 1-800-WESTERN
Fax: (616) 949-9021
Email: 23161@hotel.bestwestern.com

FEEL THE BEAT at the Best Western Hospitality Hotel & Suites! You'll be treated to an iPod Shuffle to keep, upon check-in. It's loaded with all the unBEATable events and attractions in Grand Rapids. The package room rate is $99.99 + tax with a minimum two night stay. Enjoy our complimentary breakfast buffet, free wireless internet, and the LARGEST INDOOR POOL in the area.

Clarion Inn & Suites

Clarion Inn & Suites
4981 28th St. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (map)
Phone: (616) 956-9304
Fax: (616) 956-6617

Book the Feel the Beat package at the Clarion Inn & Suites and receive an iPod Shuffle to keep, upon check-in. Enjoy our outdoor pool lounge, load up your tunes AND learn all about Grand Rapids' happenin' spots. Enjoy a level of service, amenities and appearance associated with upscale hotels at an affordable price. Breakfast buffet included daily. $99.99 + tax with a minimum two night stay.

Comfort Suites Grand Rapids North

Comfort Suites Grand Rapids North
350 Dodge Street NE Comstock Park, MI 49321 (map)
Phone: (616) 785-7899
Fax: (616) 785-7881
Email: mike@comfortsuitesgrnorth.com

Relax 2 nights in one of our spacious King Suites. Enjoy a movie in our "Yamaha Acoustics" Theater Room. Unwind on the White Pine Trail with one of our "Trek" bicycles. Then enjoy a Savory Breakfast and tour Grand Rapids with a Free iPod Shuffle. Only $109/night plus tax.

Booking code: FTB

Country Inn & Suites

Country Inn & Suites
5399 28th St. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (map)
Phone: (616) 977-0909 or toll-free (800) 456-4000
Fax: (616) 464-0995

Feel the Beat and bring Fido! The Country Inn & Suites is pet friendly. Enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily, indoor pool and whirlpool, fresh baked cookies all day....and doggie treats too. Nearby a variety of great restaurants and shopping. Package room rate is $89.99 + tax with a minimum two night stay.

Country Inn & Suites East

Country Inn & Suites East
3251 Deposit Drive NE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (map)
Phone: (616) 942-7000 or toll-free (800) 456-4000
Fax: (616) 942-7855
Email: cx_grmi@countryinns.com

Stay two nights and receive an iPod shuffle, a complimentary suite upgrade (when available), discounts to area attractions, and local restaurants. Rates from $124-129. Enjoy our indoor pool and whirlpool, free WiFi, and complimentary hot & cold breakfast buffet. This year, make your vacation destination Grand Rapids, MI and the award-winning Country Inn & Suites Grand Rapids-East.

Courtyard by Marriott

Courtyard by Marriott
4741 28th St. SE Kentwood, MI 49512 (map)
Phone: (616) 954-0500 or toll-free (800) 321-2211
Fax: (616) 954-2299
Email: allison.claus@whitelodging.com

Experience the style and comfort of the Courtyard by Marriott East. Stay for two consecutive nights in one of our King or two Queen rooms for only $94 plus tax per night and receive an iPod Shuffle. Come relax in our pool, or stay connected using our complimentary internet. Experience what Grand Rapids has to offer! Become a Marriott Member today.

Booking code: ARN

Hampton Inn & Suites Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites Airport
5200 28th St SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (map)
Phone: (616) 575-9144 or toll-free (800) HAMPTON
Fax: (616) 575-9148
Email: GRRHS-Hampton@hilton.com

Enjoy a 2 night minimum stay for Thursday thru Sunday nights.  One standard King Study or 2 Queens for only $109.00 per night.  Includes an I Pod shuffle to download pod casts about amazing Grand Rapids, MI

Hampton Inn - South

Hampton Inn - South
755 54th St. SW Wyoming, MI 49509 (map)
Phone: (616) 261-5500 or toll-free (800) 426-7866
Fax: (616) 261-9120
Email: grrso_hampton@hilton.com

Stay two nights and receive one ipod shuffle and two tickets valid at any of the Celebration Cinema movie theaters around Grand Rapids. This package is available for standard rooms at the rate of $109+tax per night or book a non-smoking king room with a Jacuzzi at $129+tax per night.  Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast and indoor pool and hot tub. This package is only available for Friday and Saturday nights and may be subject to availability. Additional nights available at best available rate.

Hilton Grand Rapids Airport

Hilton Grand Rapids Airport
4747 28th St. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (map)
Phone: (616) 957-0100 or toll-free (800) HILTONS
Fax: (616) 957-2977
Email: tricia.zeno@hilton.com

2 night minimum stay with deluxe accommodations. Recieve a free IPOD Shuffle. Based on double occupancy, rate range $99.95 - 185.95

Booking code: P3

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids Airport

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Grand Rapids Airport
5401 28th Street Ct. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (map)
Phone: (616) 940-8100
Fax: (616) 940-0914
Email: gm.grres@wm.hiexpress.com

An iPod Shuffle + our exclusive cinnamon rolls = Heaven! Why book your Feel the Beat package with us? You've worked hard all week! Now play in our indoor pool and whirlpool, outdoor sand volleyball court, basketball court, tennis court, and barbeque pavilion. Feel the Beat package starts at $114 + tax with a minimum two night stay.

Holiday Inn-Grand Rapids-Airport

Holiday Inn-Grand Rapids-Airport
3063 Lake Eastbrook Blvd. Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (map)
Phone: (616) 285-7600 or toll-free (800) HOLIDAY
Fax: (616) 285-7601
Email: katherine.kober@whitelodging.com

Come and experience some of Grand Rapid's hot spots this summer and recieve an iPod Shuffle, free! Your stay at the Holiday Inn for up to 4 people includes 2 nights lodging and the iPod for just $99 per night on weekends. Your stay at the Holiday Inn will leave you feeling refreshed for your adventures in Grand Rapids.

Homewood Suites by Hilton

Homewood Suites by Hilton
3920 Stahl Drive SE Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (map)
Phone: (616) 285-7100 or toll-free (800) CALL HOME
Fax: (616) 285-1505
Email: grandrapidshws@tharaldson.com


Feel the Beat of Grand Rapids at the newly renovated Homewood Suites by Hilton. This package includes an iPod Shuffle to download podcasts about the great things to do and see in Grand Rapids .. Amenities include: Indoor pool and spa, workout facility, high speed internet, hot breakfast buffet, a Welcome Home reception Monday through Thursday evenings. The rates for the Feel the Beat package are as follows. Sunday-Thursday One Bedroom Suite- $149, Two Bedroom Suite $169 Friday-Saturday One Bedroom Suite- $109, Two Bedroom Suite- $149

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel

Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel
255 28th St. SW Grand Rapids, MI 49548 (map)
Phone: (616) 241-6444 or toll-free (800) IGO-HOJO
Fax: (616) 241-1807
Email: hojogrsales@aol.com

Enjoy our two night package and get a FREE iPod Shuffle!! We have much to offer, including complimentary wifi, indoor and outdoor pools, Karaoke on Friday and Saturday evenings, complimentary parking and numerous recreational opportunities. Our room rate is Sunday through Wednesday $55.50, Thursday $75.50, and Friday & Saturday $85.50 per night plus applicable taxes (4 people max per room).

Booking code: BEAT

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids/Wyoming

Hyatt Place Grand Rapids/Wyoming
2150 Metro Lane SW Wyoming, MI 49519 (map)
Phone: (616) 724-1234
Fax: (616) 724-1237
Email: bo.schmitz@hyattselect.com

Feel the Beat of Grand Rapids at the BRAND NEW Hyatt Place Hotel! This package includes an iPod Shuffle with the ability to download podcasts about what great things there are to see and do in Grand Rapids! Your room includes a complimentary continental breakfast as well as a 42" flat panel T.V., Hyatt Grand Bed and Cozy Corner in each room! 2 night minimum stay. $124.00 plus tax per night.

JW Marriott Grand Rapids

JW Marriott Grand Rapids
235 Louis Campau Promenade Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (map)
Phone: (616) 242-1500 or toll-free (888) 844-5947
Fax: (616) 242-1550
Email: brian.behler@jwgr.com

Experience the luxury of the JW Marriott Grand Rapids for two CONSECUTIVE nights at the special rate of $189.00 per night and receive a FREE I-pod Shuffle! (Rate includes a room with either a single King or 2 Queen beds.) Enjoy the complimentary use of our indoor pool, refreshing steam rooms, and 24-hour fitness center during your stay.

Booking code: ES2

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront

Radisson Hotel Grand Rapids Riverfront
270 Ann St. NW Grand Rapids, MI 49504 (map)
Phone: (616) 363-9001 or toll-free (800) 333-3333
Fax: (616) 363-0670

Book a two-night stay and receive a FREE IPod shuffle. Relax in our Sleep Number Beds, Energize in the morning with continental breakfast for two and explore Grand Rapids with Touring Tunes. Dip in our pool, Dine at the Landing Restaurant and Lounge. Rates starting at only $109.00 per night.

Sleep Inn & Suites

Sleep Inn & Suites
4284 29th St. SE Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (map)
Phone: (616) 975-9000 or toll-free (800) 753-3746
Fax: (616) 954-6767

That's right, "Sleep in". We'll let you. Then enjoy our complimentary daily breakfast buffet while you Feel the Beat with your new iPod Shuffle. Experience our indoor pool and whirlpool, outside sundeck and barbeque grill, surrounded by rolling grassy hills and beautiful landscaping, just one block from busy 28th Street. Affordable at $89.99 with a minimum stay of two nights.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Grand Rapids Airport

SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Grand Rapids Airport
5250 28th Street Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (map)
Phone: (616) 464-1130 or toll-free (888) 236-2427
Fax: (616) 464-1139

Stay with us for 2 nights between Thursday thru Sunday, enjoy a suite and receive a complimentary iPod Shuffle. Only $109 a night. You can download Pod Casts about Grand Rapids, and experience the city.

Staybridge Suites

Staybridge Suites
3000 Lake Eastbrook Blvd. SE Kentwood, MI 49512 (map)
Phone: (616) 464-3200 or toll-free (800) 238-8000
Fax: (616) 464-3600

Now THAT'S a suite! Feel the Beat in your suite with your new iPod Shuffle, yours to keep upon check-in. You can download your iTunes from one of our convenient business center computers and you're off! Studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom/two bathroom suites available with full kitchens and spacious living areas. Enjoy our quiet outdoor oasis with barbeque pavilion. Daily full hot breakfast buffet is included. Feel the Beat package suite rates are $119-$134.99 + tax with a minimum two night stay.

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