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Gold 1 · Retreat Suite 2 - Cozy Downtown Getaway
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2 51 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Grand Rapids, MI
- DeVos Performance Hall14 min walk
- Van Andel Arena15 min walk
- Downtown Market2 min drive
- Grand Rapids, MI (GRR-Gerald R. Ford Intl.)18 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
About this property
Gold 1 · Retreat Suite 2 - Cozy Downtown Getaway
Clean and private 1-bedroom in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. This quiet unit is a great retreat from work or play. It has immediate access to Van Andel, DeVos, Medical Mile, GVSU, John Ball Zoo, and dozens of restaurants and bars. This welcoming space is completely remodeled featuring stylish decor with a cozy, home away from home feel. It has a fully loaded kitchen with a coffee station, on-site laundry, fast Wi-Fi, Hulu, and free street parking.
Need additional units in the same building?
airbnb.com /h/the-retreat-suite-lux-n-cozy-grandrapids-downtown
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You will have access to the entire unit.
Please do take a peek at my reviews! :) Providing exceptional customer service is something that I pride myself on. I do my very best to go above and beyond to ensure that my guests are comfortable and feel right at home. I am very responsive to any questions or concerns that my guests might have.
It's my job and it is my pleasure to ensure that your stay is up to your standards. Hopefully your satisfaction with my accommodations will keep you coming back! :)
This amazing apartment is in a quaint neighborhood in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. My neighbors are quiet and friendly working professionals. The apartment is in a residential area, just blocks from all the exciting treasures that downtown Grand Rapids has to offer... museums, festivals, fireworks, sporting events (and its Beer City designation) have brought in visitors from around the world.
Uber, Lyft, Lime E-Bikes and E-Scooters, public transit
Additional info and a few House Rules
• The towels and washcloths are in the bedroom closet.
• For stays longer than 1 week, please let me know if you will need any cleanings during your stay. :)
• Please do not wear your shoes in the house. Place them on mat upon entering.
• If you are the last one to bed, please don't forget to hit the light switch! :) Thank you for helping to save electricity. :)
• Please be mindful and courteous of the neighbors. Maintaining a positive relationship with them is super important to me. :)
• Please wash any dishes that you use.
Smoking etiquette
• Absolutely no smoking of any kind is allowed inside the property.
• Smoking marijuana anywhere on the property is prohibited.
• Please do not burn anything such as candles, incense, etc. future guests may have allergies.
• Breaking the no-smoking rules will result in a $50 deduction from your security deposit.
• Please feel free to take a walk around our safe and well-lit neighborhood if you need to smoke.
• Please dispose of cigarette butts in the nearest trash can to help keep our area clean and welcoming. :)
Extending your stay
• Please feel free to shoot me a message if you wish to extend your stay, if there is vacancy I would be happy to keep you on as my guest! :)
Communication
• Don't hesitate to ask if there is anything I can do to make your stay a more comfortable experience. :)
• The best way to communicate is thru the Airbnb app.
Checkout instructions
• Checkout time is 11am.
• Please leave wet towels and washcloths on the bathroom floor.
• Please strip the sheets off the bed.
• Please try to tidy up before you leave and please dispose your trash bags into dumpster #1 in the backyard.
• Double check closets and drawers so you don't accidentally leave anything behind! ;)
• Please ensure that the property is locked up upon your departure.
• Please return the keys into the lockbox and make sure that the box is securely locked up!! ;)
I know there are many options when selecting a place to stay and I'm very glad that you chose to stay with me. Please keep me in mind if ever you are back in the area. :)
Take care and safe travels! :)
Stephanie
Need additional units in the same building?
airbnb.com /h/the-retreat-suite-lux-n-cozy-grandrapids-downtown
airbnb.com /h/the-retreat-suite3-stunning1bedroom-grandrapids-downtown
You will have access to the entire unit.
Please do take a peek at my reviews! :) Providing exceptional customer service is something that I pride myself on. I do my very best to go above and beyond to ensure that my guests are comfortable and feel right at home. I am very responsive to any questions or concerns that my guests might have.
It's my job and it is my pleasure to ensure that your stay is up to your standards. Hopefully your satisfaction with my accommodations will keep you coming back! :)
This amazing apartment is in a quaint neighborhood in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. My neighbors are quiet and friendly working professionals. The apartment is in a residential area, just blocks from all the exciting treasures that downtown Grand Rapids has to offer... museums, festivals, fireworks, sporting events (and its Beer City designation) have brought in visitors from around the world.
Uber, Lyft, Lime E-Bikes and E-Scooters, public transit
Additional info and a few House Rules
• The towels and washcloths are in the bedroom closet.
• For stays longer than 1 week, please let me know if you will need any cleanings during your stay. :)
• Please do not wear your shoes in the house. Place them on mat upon entering.
• If you are the last one to bed, please don't forget to hit the light switch! :) Thank you for helping to save electricity. :)
• Please be mindful and courteous of the neighbors. Maintaining a positive relationship with them is super important to me. :)
• Please wash any dishes that you use.
Smoking etiquette
• Absolutely no smoking of any kind is allowed inside the property.
• Smoking marijuana anywhere on the property is prohibited.
• Please do not burn anything such as candles, incense, etc. future guests may have allergies.
• Breaking the no-smoking rules will result in a $50 deduction from your security deposit.
• Please feel free to take a walk around our safe and well-lit neighborhood if you need to smoke.
• Please dispose of cigarette butts in the nearest trash can to help keep our area clean and welcoming. :)
Extending your stay
• Please feel free to shoot me a message if you wish to extend your stay, if there is vacancy I would be happy to keep you on as my guest! :)
Communication
• Don't hesitate to ask if there is anything I can do to make your stay a more comfortable experience. :)
• The best way to communicate is thru the Airbnb app.
Checkout instructions
• Checkout time is 11am.
• Please leave wet towels and washcloths on the bathroom floor.
• Please strip the sheets off the bed.
• Please try to tidy up before you leave and please dispose your trash bags into dumpster #1 in the backyard.
• Double check closets and drawers so you don't accidentally leave anything behind! ;)
• Please ensure that the property is locked up upon your departure.
• Please return the keys into the lockbox and make sure that the box is securely locked up!! ;)
I know there are many options when selecting a place to stay and I'm very glad that you chose to stay with me. Please keep me in mind if ever you are back in the area. :)
Take care and safe travels! :)
Stephanie
Property manager
Stephanie James
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Grand Rapids
John Ball Park, a neighbourhood in Grand Rapids, is home to this apartment. DeVos Performance Hall and Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park are cultural highlights of the area. Van Andel Museum Center and Public Museum of Grand Rapids are also worth visiting.
Grand Rapids, MI
What's nearby
- DeVos Performance Hall - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
- Van Andel Arena - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- DeVos Place Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- John Ball Zoo - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Downtown Market - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 12 min walk
- The Intersection - 18 min walk
- Adobe In & Out - 2 min walk
- Burger King - 9 min walk
- The Knickerbocker - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
18 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cathy M.
2 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place in older home, right by John Ball Zoo!
Cathy M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patricia C.
8 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable
Patricia C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jenna K.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to explore GR
Jenna K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Hannah G.
24 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spotlessly clean and great stay near downtown Grand Rapids
Hannah G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
6/10 Okay
Mary H.
4 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Very clean inside but the floors from upper unit are loud and squeaky.
Mary H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kelsey C.
29 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Retreat
Kelsey C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Omar G.
13 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Value & Communication
Omar G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
About the host
Hosted by Stephanie James

Hi, my name is Stephanie. :) I am originally from Grand Rapids, so it has been an exciting experience for me to be able to host in my hometown! I am a Michigan State University graduate, and I recently moved back to Grand Rapids after living/working in Chicago for 15 years.
I absolutely love being a vacation rental host! :) I have 6 properties that I have advertised on numerous sites. I have been a host for almost 4 years now. Providing exceptional hospitality and customer service is something that I pride myself on. I do my very best to go above and beyond to ensure that my guests are comfortable and feel right at home.
I am very responsive to any questions or concerns that my guests might have. It's my job and it is my pleasure to ensure that your stay is up to your standards. Hopefully your satisfaction with my accommodations will keep you coming back! :)
I absolutely love being a vacation rental host! :) I have 6 properties that I have advertised on numerous sites. I have been a host for almost 4 years now. Providing exceptional hospitality and customer service is something that I pride myself on. I do my very best to go above and beyond to ensure that my guests are comfortable and feel right at home.
I am very responsive to any questions or concerns that my guests might have. It's my job and it is my pleasure to ensure that your stay is up to your standards. Hopefully your satisfaction with my accommodations will keep you coming back! :)
Languages:
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