Book a hotel near Portage Creek Bicentennial Park, Crossroad Park

Filling your lungs with the crisp, clean air at Portage Creek Bicentennial Park is a wonderful way to tame your harried nerves.

Kalamazoo, 65 miles (105 kilometers) from the state capital, Lansing, is where you'll find it.

There's a fair range of accommodations that are a short drive away from Portage Creek Bicentennial Park. You can take your pick from 7 candidates, all within 2 miles (3 kilometers) of the attraction. Many travelers enjoy the Residence Inn by Marriott Kalamazoo East, Courtyard Kalamazoo Portage and Country Inn & Suites By Carlson - Kalamazoo, 1 mile (2 kilometers), 1 mile (2 kilometers) and 2 miles (3 kilometers) away, respectively.

The surrounding area's economical accommodations will provide you with all the comfort you could need at a price you'll love. Two popular ones are the Comfort Inn Kalamazoo and the Candlewood Suites Kalamazoo Se.

If you desire a bit of extravagance, you're in luck. You'll discover a handful of premium hotels that are a quick drive away. Rooms at The Rosenbaum Bldg and The Kalamazoo House Bed & Breakfast are worth looking into.

Whether you are a tea lover or a coffee addict, you're going to need something to keep your energy levels up. Just a quick hop from Portage Creek Bicentennial Park, HoneyBaked Ham Company boasts a tempting selection of drinks and sweet treats. If it's a hearty dinner that you're after, try Chuck E. Cheese's, a nearby establishment that's patronized by locals and travelers alike. As the day ends, you can celebrate the new memories that have been made at Chili's Grill & Bar, which is also at your fingertips.

Other Things to Do Near Portage Creek Bicentennial Park

• If you'd like a keepsake of your vacation, think beyond the usual mugs, T-shirts and fridge magnets, and find the ideal memento at Crossroads Park Shopping Center.
• You might be an aircraft expert, or you might simply like the convenience of jetting off to somewhere you've never been. It doesn't matter what your thoughts are about the world of flight, visitors of all ages will be fascinated by Air Zoo.
• Brush up on the difference between backswings, birdies and bogeys, with a round or two at Milham Park Golf Club.
• You should consider spending a morning or afternoon at Bank Street Farmer's Market. Have fun as you stroll past some charming stalls offering local goods.
• Add a little culture into your stay by enjoying a play or two at New Vic Theatre.