Can someone recommend a couple of nice hotels in Muskegon or the surrounding area -- for those of us who are traveling from other parts of the country? Ideally near the venue but I haven't been to Muskegon in forever so I have no idea what's what. Thanks in advance for the help!

They are working on a list of hotels for you that need it, It will be available to you soon.

there's a Holiday Inn right off the highway in Spring Lake that's nice with a restaurant and bar in it.  It's also right on the water and within minutes of other restaurants and shopping.