Big Rapids, Michigan Hotel near Ferris State University. The great outdoors meets small town charm at this hotel's home in Big Rapids, Michigan. Since the 100% nonsmoking Holiday Inn Express® Big Rapids is located off Business Route 20, it’s easy for guests to get to local corporate & leisure destinations. Does business bring you to town? With all of the amenities, your stay is sure to be comfortable & productive. Print out last minute paperwork in the 24-hour Business Center using free Wi-Fi access. General Mills & Ice Mountain can be found near our hotel's location, too. Big Rapids, Michigan is a great place to have fun on a family vacation. Events are always taking place at the museums, auditoriums & galleries at Ferris State University. If you love the outdoors, Mecosta County has more than 100 lakes & miles of trails to explore. Get a hole-in-one on Katke, an 18-hole golf course located next door. Your kids will have a great time in the indoor, heated pool. The newly updated & well-equipped Fitness Center makes it easy to keep up your workout routine. The Holiday Inn Express® Big Rapids is waiting to serve you.