Grays Lake Travel Guide
Des Moines
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Stay near popular Grays Lake attractions
Things to do
The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour
฿1,068
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Grays Lake
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿4,189 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿4,189
฿4,692 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,387 reviews)
"What a beautiful hotel, very accommodating when I ask them for more towels and shampoo(I have long hair and lots of it). Breakfast was so delicious. The bar was wonderful. The staff was knowledgeable and friendly. My room was clean if there is one negative sound travels and I was awaken pretty early ..."
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is ฿3,405 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,405
฿3,813 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is ฿3,025 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
฿3,025
฿3,388 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,923 reviews)
"Great breakfast, very clean, spacious and lots of amenities. Good and easy location too right off freeway"
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is ฿2,228 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
฿2,228
฿2,496 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,832 reviews)
"The rooms are outdated and small, but the worst part was the smoke smell in our room. Staff offered to use a smoke eater spray to clean it, but why did it smell like that in the first place."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026
Wildwood Lodge
11431 Forest Ave Clive IA
The price is ฿3,319 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,319
฿3,718 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Des Lux Hotel
800 Locust St Des Moines IA
The price is ฿5,112 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿5,112
฿5,725 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,111 reviews)
"It was a very mediocre experience. It’s dated. The pictures are a bit deceiving. The TV service was out. The free breakfast was the most redeeming thing about the property."
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026
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Where to stay in Grays Lake
Find the best Grays Lake areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Downtown Des Moines
The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by 801 Grand or Des Moines Civic Center might round out your trip.
Historic East Village
Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm
Court District
Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while you're in town.
Photo by Eric Mondres
Open Photo by Eric Mondres
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Beaverdale
While Beaverdale isn't home to many top sights, Merle Hay Mall and Knapp Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
