The Best Hotels Closest to Gray’s Lake Park in Des Moines - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Gray’s Lake Park hotels

1. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 2.5 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Mark

₹20,834 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Aug - 17 Aug

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 2.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Edem

₹17,201 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Meg

₹13,141 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

4. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Danny

₹16,251 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Kristi

₹9,778 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

6. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 2.6 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Cody

₹15,385 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

7. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 2.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Saori

₹14,010 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 2.9 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Karen

₹11,301 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

9. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 2.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Jayson

₹15,385 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

10. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 2.7 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Anne

₹11,966 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

11. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

12.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Shazia

₹12,178 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

12. Wildwood Lodge

11.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Carolyn

₹13,611 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

13. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

12.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Kristine

₹10,009 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

14. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

11.6 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Julie

₹5,769 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

14.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Boyd

₹12,680 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

16. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 6.6 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Michael

₹12,405 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 3.6 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Michael

₹12,680 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

9.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Nicholas

₹10,248 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

5.5 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Galen

₹14,017 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

20. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

14.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Robert

₹13,996 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Gray’s Lake Park

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,251 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Hilton Des Moines Downtown	3.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 484 reviews	View

Top Gray’s Lake Park Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Our first time to Des Moines. This hotel is in a very convenient location to lots of things. it is also safe to walk in that neighborhood at all hours. You can park your car for the entire weekend and never have to retrieve it, there is valet or self parking. The staff are all friendly and helpful. Our bathroom sink had a leak and maintenance was there within 10 minutes to fix it. They were respectful and had the problem fixed in a just a few minutes. The gym is very nice, quiet because there are no tvs and ample exercise machines, work out mats, free weights, weight machines. There are two restaurants, one more casual that is open for breakfast lunch and dinner that serves excellent coffee to go and pastries, we had breakfast one morning and the food was excellent as well (omelet, avocado toast). We had drinks in the Proudfoot and Bird which is the fancier restaurant and their food menu looked really nice too. Again, walking distance to the Pappajohns sculpture garden, the Events and Expo center, and Principal Park where the Iows Cubs play. Will definitely stay here again"

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I understand they are doing a lot of maintenance but parking was very inadequate. We had to park almost two blocks away and carry bags from a long distance. They must be remodeling so I would come back again but if I know about the parlor issue I wouldn’t have stayed there as I am having back issues currently."

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay here despite having some plumping issues in the first room we were given. Upon notifying staff of the issues we were having, we got upgraded to a larger room at no cost. The staff were incredibly helpful and understanding. Both rooms were nice and clean. The free breakfast was also fantastic. I would definitely stay here again!"

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

8/10 Good

"Our stay was decent overall. The biggest downside was the parking situation. Parking is located in a garage across the street, but that wasn't disclosed when we booked the room. It would have been helpful to know that in advance so we could plan accordingly. Aside from that, everything else was fine, and we had a pleasant enough stay."

Other attractions near Gray’s Lake Park

A sculpture of a bull in a park with a city skyline in the background.

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

Whimsical, entertaining and provocative can easily describe the artwork at this outdoor gallery that provides new meaning and life to sculptures.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gray's Lake Park?

Gray's Lake Park is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Gray's Lake Park?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. It's located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Gray's Lake Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport and Des Lux Hotel.

How many hotels will I find close to Gray's Lake Park?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Gray's Lake Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gray's Lake Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Gray's Lake Park.

What can I see and do near Gray's Lake Park?

You'll want to browse the collections at Science Center of Iowa, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates and Des Moines Art Center. Salisbury House, Valley Junction and Temple Theater are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Hoyt Sherman Place and Wooly's.

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Our top choices for Gray’s Lake Park hotels

1. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

2. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

4. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

6. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

7. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

9. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

10. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

11. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

12. Wildwood Lodge

13. GrandStay Hotel & Suites

14. Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

16. Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

17. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

19. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

20. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

Compare popular hotels close to Gray’s Lake Park

Top Gray’s Lake Park Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Other attractions near Gray’s Lake Park

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

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