Grays Lake, IA
Des Moines





Popular places to visit

Gray’s Lake Park
Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.

Water Works Park
Water Works Park is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

Jordan Creek Town Center
You can enjoy retail therapy at Jordan Creek Town Center during your visit to West Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Iowa State Fairgrounds
Enjoy an outing to Iowa State Fairgrounds during your stay in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

Iowa Events Center
Learn about the events happening at Iowa Events Center during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

Iowa State Capitol Building
A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.
Grays Lake Hotel Deals

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Yes
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Des Lux Hotel
Clean room and staff was great!
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Room was very clean
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
The room was clean and updated. We stayed two nights. The first morning the breakfast was great. Hot food. Fully stocked. We ate a little later than most people. The second day it was busy and they had zero plates. People were reusing plates or getting coffee cups to put food in.
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines
The place
Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Everything was as expected.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Grays Lake

Greater South Side
While Greater South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Indianola Hills
While there might not be top attractions in Indianola Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Western Gateway
While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

Court District
Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while in the area.

Columbus Park
Though Columbus Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Downtown Des Moines
Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.
