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Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
3.0 star property
12.2 km from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"A great place to stay"
United States
Carol
The price is ₩144,152
₩161,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Exterior
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

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, (1003)
"Staff was amazing. Room, pool, breakfast all spectacular. Enjoyed our stay. Will tell our friends and family and will come back "
United States
Amanda
The price is ₩128,308
₩143,705 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
13.5 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"The hotel was very clean and close to shopping and restaurants."
United States
Janelle
The price is ₩142,724
₩159,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
2.5 star property
14.7 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Friendly staff, great location, beds could be better. "
United States
Shelley
The price is ₩134,074
₩150,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area
2.5 star property
13.1 km from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (936)
"The hot tub was amazing and the location was perfect. "
United States
Sarah
The price is ₩120,883
₩135,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area
Lobby
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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, (1066)
"Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe"
United States
Sarah
The price is ₩205,696
₩230,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Courtyard
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (831)
"Clean, super friendly staff, and great location. "
United States
Darlene
The price is ₩128,466
₩143,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
Lobby
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 star property
14.6 km from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Room was clean, staff was courteous and the bed was comfortable. "
United States
Craig
The price is ₩119,326
₩133,646 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Indoor pool
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
3.0 star property
16.6 km from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1533)
"Very nice staff member upon check in. Very nice hotel and well kept. "
United States
Debra
The price is ₩128,019
₩143,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
3.0 star property
Drake, 4.5 km from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Great place to stay and the employees were super nice and helpful"
United States
Amy
The price is ₩134,766
₩150,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Exterior
Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek
2.5 star property
11.5 km from Grays Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice place "
United States
Lisa
The price is ₩110,200
₩123,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek
Property entrance
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel
3.5 star property
Court District, 2.8 km from Grays Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1025)
"Beautiful and clean hotel with very friendly staff."
United States
Scott
The price is ₩214,404
₩240,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Des Lux Hotel
Room, 1 King Bed, Corner (With Sofa bed, Specialty) | Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

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, (1004)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is ₩145,608
₩163,081 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
2.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 2 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (977)
"Great room, good breakfast. "
United States
Jason
The price is ₩139,841
₩156,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Reception
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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, (1000)
"The staff was great, check in was fast and easy"
United States
Joel
The price is ₩89,455
₩100,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines

Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines
2.0 star property
15 km from Grays Lake
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (933)
"Great prices, great staff. Beds slept well"
United States
John
The price is ₩99,475
₩111,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Sonesta Simply Suites Des Moines
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3.4 km from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean, good service"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ₩187,964
₩216,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Hilton Des Moines Downtown
Exterior
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

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, (1045)
"Great atmosphere and quiet rooms."
United States
MICHAEL
The price is ₩164,320
₩184,038 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Exterior
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
2.5 star property
16.7 km from Grays Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"A bit of a dated hotel. Breakfast was limited and if you dont go when it is first put out you are out of luck. You have to request house keeping. That was not explained at check in. Good value overall"
United States
Michael
The price is ₩120,090
₩134,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

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, (1002)
"Clean everything, nice staff, convenient, good breakfast!"
United States
Robert
The price is ₩128,856
₩144,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
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Where to stay in Grays Lake

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

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.

Historic East Village

Historic East Village

Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.

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.

Drake

If you're spending some time in Drake, Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Grays Lake?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Des Moines's Grays Lake neighborhood. 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! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Grays Lake.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Grays Lake?
To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Grays Lake, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What is there to do in this Des Moines neighborhood?
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, be sure to visit other sights like Lauridsen Amphitheater or Air Lanes Bowling Center.