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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, (1000)
"Passing through on way to Michigan from Colorado. Convenient location, excellent service, comfortable room, good breakfast. "
United States
Bennet
The price is ₹7,865
₹8,808 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
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, (1000)
"The check in lady was a grouchy old bag."
United States
David
The price is ₹7,772
₹8,704 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Free buffet breakfast
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
3.0 star property
16.8 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is ₹7,078
₹7,927 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
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Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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, (1160)
"Great breakfast for the price point. Hotel front desk is very professional and Manager is very responsive and customer service focused. "
United States
Rob
The price is ₹7,570
₹8,479 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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

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, (1678)
"Had a great stay and was impressed with the staff and the hotel. Will stay again!"
United States
Kevin
The price is ₹5,693
₹6,376 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2.0 star property
15 km from Grays Lake
7.8 out of 10, Good, (705)
"Very clean friendly staff "
United States
Isaiah
The price is ₹4,587
₹5,138 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Free daily buffet breakfast
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)
"Great place! "
United States
Michele
The price is ₹8,995
₹10,075 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Lobby
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines

Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
2.5 star property
18.1 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (670)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Donald J
The price is ₹8,151
₹9,129 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Free daily full breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
2.5 star property
16.4 km from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (294)
"Yes clean room and helpful staff."
United States
Richard
The price is ₹7,647
₹8,564 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG
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, (1061)
"Favorite hotel in DM. Great location, great staff."
United States
Susan
The price is ₹11,619
₹13,013 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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, (1000)
"Nice hotel and conveniently located"
United States
shane
The price is ₹7,880
₹8,826 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Property amenity
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA

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, (711)
"I stay at this property multiple times a year and have always had a positive experience. "
United States
John
The price is ₹9,909
₹11,098 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
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, (1530)
"Great room and a nice breakfast. "
United States
Kenneth
The price is ₹7,876
₹8,821 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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, (1001)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Alyca
The price is ₹7,901
₹8,849 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 3 km from Grays Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
The price is ₹9,100
₹10,192 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hyatt Place 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, (1055)
"Rooms were spacious. However, the double beds seemed a bit small. Really liked the breakfast that was offered in the morning. It had a great selection of different breakfast items. Overall, good experience. "
United States
Darlene
The price is ₹10,772
₹12,064 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 2.9 km from Grays Lake
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Best location for passengers traveling on flights"
United States
Sai Lakshmi
The price is ₹5,668
₹6,348 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
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, (925)
"Clean room, polite staff, great accommodations!"
United States
Jenna
The price is ₹7,157
₹8,016 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area
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, (964)
"Room is clean great location check in was a breeze"
United States
linda
The price is ₹8,043
₹9,008 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Indoor spa tub
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 star property
13.4 km from Grays Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1796)
"The breakfast and coffee was absolutely amazing. "
United States
Brenda
The price is ₹8,788
₹9,843 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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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

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

10/10 Excellent
"This is an older, but well maintained option and it was convenient. Our room was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. "
Cynthia 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

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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.