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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
Western Gateway, 1.6 mi from Grays Lake
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1055)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful. The hotel itself is beautiful and was great for our stay in Des Moines."
United States
Jacqueline
$143 nightly
The price is $160
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Terrace/patio
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
Drake, 2.8 mi from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Alyca
$91 nightly
The price is $102
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
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Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area

2.5 star property
8.2 mi from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (924)
"Clean room, polite staff, great accommodations!"
United States
Jenna
$79 nightly
The price is $89
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

3.0 star property
8.4 mi from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Nicole
$98 nightly
The price is $109
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
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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
9.1 mi from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (997)
"Very clean, quiet and great staff"
United States
James
$93 nightly
The price is $104
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Indoor pool
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
10.3 mi from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1534)
"Great room and a nice breakfast. "
United States
Kenneth
$84 nightly
The price is $94
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA

2.5 star property
10.4 mi from Grays Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Easy to find close to where we were going "
United States
Tom
$83 nightly
The price is $93
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ankeny, IA
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Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

3.0 star property
Historic East Village, 2.2 mi from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"The check in lady was a grouchy old bag."
United States
David
$89 nightly
The price is $100
Dec 15 - Dec 16
Total with taxes and fees
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
Property entrance
Des Lux Hotel

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
Court District, 1.7 mi from Grays Lake
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1035)
"room was clean, bed comfortable, staff friendly, breakfast good!"
United States
Joshlynn
$149 nightly
The price is $167
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Des Lux Hotel
Courtyard
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel

3.0 star property
10.4 mi from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (825)
"Clean, Beds slept well, parking safe & close"
United States
Mick
$89 nightly
The price is $100
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel
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Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
Court District, 1.8 mi from Grays Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice hotel and conveniently located"
United States
shane
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
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Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 star property
9.1 mi from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"rooms was clean and hotel pool area was nice"
United States
Leslie
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Reception
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.5 star property
Watrous South, 1.7 mi from Grays Lake
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"The staff was great, check in was fast and easy"
United States
Joel
$62 nightly
The price is $70
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Total with taxes and fees
AmericInn by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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

3.0 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 mi from Grays Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Excellent location, very clean, good breakfast & the staff was great!"
United States
Dawn
$101 nightly
The price is $113
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
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Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek

2.5 star property
7.1 mi from Grays Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice place "
United States
Lisa
$71 nightly
The price is $80
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Total with taxes and fees
Sleep Inn & Suites West Des Moines near Jordan Creek
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

3.0 star property
10.5 mi from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
$78 nightly
The price is $88
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

2.5 star property
11.3 mi from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (738)
"Great staff, good breakfast."
United States
Hans William
$95 nightly
The price is $106
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
View from property
Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

3.5 star property
Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 mi from Grays Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (955)
"Great location, clean, easy check in and check out. "
United States
Emily
$135 nightly
The price is $151
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Des Moines Marriott Downtown
Free daily buffet breakfast
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

3.0 star property
7.6 mi from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Great accommodations. "
United States
Nicole
$100 nightly
The price is $112
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Lobby
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines

2.5 star property
10.2 mi from Grays Lake
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (474)
"Breakfast good"
United States
John
$87 nightly
The price is $97
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn Altoona-Des Moines
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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, Des Moines Community Playhouse and Knapp Center are top sights worth seeing.

Southwestern Hills

While Southwestern Hills 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.

Top Grays Lake Hotel Reviews

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

10/10 Excellent
"It was great place.was an amazing place will do it again an the price was very reasonable all in all it was an amazing time "
Amanda 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

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.