Accommodations

2024 CU*Answers Leadership Conference

Hotel rate:

$239/night (plus tax and fees)
This special rate expires June 3!

Parking overnight guests:

$41 (self-park) or $45 (valet)

Reservation cutoff date:

June 3, 2024

Reservation toll free:

1-877-901-6632

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The J.W. Marriott Grand Rapids, situated in the heart of downtown, is meticulously designed for both business and pleasure. The J.W. has 340 smoke-free rooms and suites on 23 floors. Guest services include on-call housekeeping and a 24-hour Fitness Facility with steam rooms. The Executive Business Center offers 24-hour faxing, copying, printing, and shipping services. Enjoy inspired dining at the JW’s signature restaurant, six.one.six, and our stylish cosmopolitan lounge, Mixology.

Reserve your hotel online or call 877-901-6632.

The cutoff date for this special rate is June 3, 2024!

If you need assistance contact Stephanie Underwood at stephanie.underwood@cuanswers.com (800) 327-3478, x511

Additional Hotel Information

Amway Grand Plaza

187 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 774-2000

View Amway Grand Plaza Website

Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown

11 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 242-6000

View Courtyard by Marriot Website

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown

310 Pearl St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
6 minute walk
(616) 235-7611
ihg.com

Canopy by Hilton

131 Ionia Avenue SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
11 minute walk
(616) 456-6200
https://www.hilton.com/en/canopy/

Residence Inn Grand Rapids Downtown

40 Louis Street NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
6 minute walk
(616) 776-5905
https://residence-inn.marriott.com/

Transportation

Calder City Cab

616-454-8080

Metro Cab

616-827-6500

Yellow Cab

616-459-4646

Uber

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Rental car services for all of the major rental car agencies are available at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport. All conference locations and restaurants are within an easy drive of the airport and hotel, and maps can be provided upon request.  J.W. Marriott does not offer shuttle service. If you do not wish to rent a car, we can also recommend several area taxicab services. The ride from the J.W. Marriott to the airport runs about $35.

Attire

Please dress casually for all events. If you want to explore Downtown Grand Rapids wear comfortable walking shoes.  Check out Experience GR for some tips.

Maps & Directions

Updated
February 19, 2024

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Download the Mobile App for the 2022 Leadership Conference!

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There’s Still Time to Register for the 2022 CU*Answers Leadership Conference!

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