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Top Trending Hotels Near Grays Lake, Des Moines

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.0 star property
Watrous South, 2.7 km from Grays Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1676)
"Staff was friendly room was super clean breakfast was delicious "
United States
Sean
The price is ฿2,017
฿2,259 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Indoor spa tub
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

2.5 star property
13.4 km from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1787)
"Cute theme, friendly staff, affordable, and not bad for the price. "
United States
Brenda
The price is ฿2,433
฿2,724 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Lobby
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 2.6 km from Grays Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1068)
"Great room and stay."
United States
Debbie
The price is ฿4,438
฿4,970 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Exterior
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 3.4 km from Grays Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1062)
"Room was great! Very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful!"
United States
Jessica
The price is ฿4,072
฿4,561 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Reception
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
Watrous South, 2.7 km from Grays Lake
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1019)
"The staff was great, check in was fast and easy"
United States
Joel
The price is ฿1,987
฿2,225 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Indoor pool
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines

2.5 star property
12.3 km from Grays Lake
7.8 out of 10, Good, (949)
"good place to stay"
United States
Tammy
The price is ฿2,555
฿2,861 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Sleep Inn & Suites Pleasant Hill - Des Moines
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
Court District, 2.9 km from Grays Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1018)
"Nice hotel and conveniently located"
United States
shane
The price is ฿2,792
฿3,127 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
Court District, 2.7 km from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Great hotel"
United States
Grant
The price is ฿5,155
฿5,773 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection
Food and drink
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

3.0 star property
4.9 km from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (606)
"Everything looked clean and the staff was very kind. Will stay here again for sure. "
United States
Margaret
The price is ฿3,675
฿4,116 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport
Lobby
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
Southwestern Hills, 6.8 km from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1161)
"Friendly staff, quiet location, comfortable and clean rooms. Would stay there again."
United States
Alaina
The price is ฿2,721
฿3,048 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3 km from Grays Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1020)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is ฿3,238
฿3,627 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Property amenity
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

2.5 star property
20.9 km from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (708)
"I stay at this property multiple times a year and have always had a positive experience. "
United States
John
The price is ฿3,511
฿3,932 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
Indoor pool
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.8 km from Grays Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1017)
"Clean room, very quiet, a lot of space for parking"
United States
Gabriela
The price is ฿2,695
฿3,018 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center
Suite, Multiple Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2.0 star property
Lovington, 10.7 km from Grays Lake
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1019)
"Clean room, nice staff. The only complaint is the breakfast."
United States
Lindsey
The price is ฿1,935
฿2,263 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Lounge
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 3.7 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (404)
"Great location to shopping and food. "
United States
Darryl
The price is ฿4,327
฿4,846 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
AC Hotel Des Moines East Village
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 3.5 km from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Nice! Spacious"
United States
ASHLEY
The price is ฿3,048
฿3,414 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Lobby
Quality Inn

Quality Inn

2.5 star property
9.9 km from Grays Lake
7.0 out of 10, Good, (526)
"The room was clean and the bed was very comfortable. Not too much sound other than the highway but I had a pleasant stay."
United States
Sembetu
The price is ฿1,702
฿1,955 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Quality Inn
Indoor pool, pool loungers
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines

3.0 star property
16.6 km from Grays Lake
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (828)
"I enjoyed my stay. "
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿2,558
฿2,865 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
AmericInn by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines
Exterior
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds

2.0 star property
7.4 km from Grays Lake
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Nothing fancy, but the room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. The staff was friendly. I'd stay here again,"
United States
Teri
The price is ฿1,843
฿2,064 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Fairgrounds
Free daily continental breakfast
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 star property
Watrous South, 2.6 km from Grays Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Yes Would definitely recommend this property for airport travelers to/from Des Moines "
United States
Michael
The price is ฿3,305
฿3,701 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
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Where to stay in Grays Lake

Find the best Grays Lake areas for the activities you enjoy most.
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city

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

Find beautiful government buildings, cultural attractions and a garden oasis in this older section of the city extending along a pretty riverfront.

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.

Drake

While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Des Moines Community Playhouse and Knapp Center.

Southwestern Hills

Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Top Grays Lake Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

10/10 Excellent
"Only thing I'd say needed to be done is I've noticed not every room has an ice bucket & don't understand the 3 pillow thing either. "
Kylie 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Sonesta Essential Des Moines

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Grays Lake?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Des Moines's Grays Lake neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Gray's Lake Park as part of your Grays Lake travel plans.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Grays Lake, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Grays Lake.
What is there to do in this Des Moines neighbourhood?
Gray's Lake Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Grays Lake. While you're out sightseeing in Des Moines, make sure that you visit other sights such as Lauridsen Amphitheater or Air Lanes Bowling Center.