Grays Lake Travel Guide
Des Moines
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Stay near popular Grays Lake attractions
Things to do
The Deadly Dirge of Des Moines Ghost Tour
Rp571.552
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Grays Lake
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
4755 Merle Hay Road Des Moines IA
The price is Rp1.079.273 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp1.079.273
Rp1.261.866 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Our rooms smelled terribly of cigarette smoke and when we talked to the front desk, we were told they were full and that’s all they could do"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is Rp2.306.813 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp2.306.813
Rp2.583.631 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,288 reviews)
"Hotel Fort Des Moines is a beautiful old world hotel in downtown Des Moines with friendly staff and a great location to park and walk just about anywhere! Their speakeasy is fantastic! It has the BEST smoky old fashion I have ever had!"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.196.755 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.196.755
Rp1.340.366 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is Rp1.728.358 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp1.728.358
Rp1.935.760 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,887 reviews)
"Lovely and cozy place to stay"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
6215 Merle Hay Road Johnston IA
The price is Rp1.735.683 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp1.735.683
Rp1.943.965 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Iowa Gold Star Military Museum and Merle Hay Mall are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (793 reviews)
"Loved pool and hot tub"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is Rp1.413.671 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp1.413.671
Rp1.583.312 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
5.8/10 (1,048 reviews)
"Facilities and rooms are dirty and super oudated. Carpet is stained, rust around rooms, mold or some kind of bacteria groing on the furniture. Several different people smoking around the property making the place smell awful"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
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.
Where to stay in Grays Lake
Find the best Grays Lake areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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.
Photo by Ryan Brohm
Open Photo by Ryan Brohm
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.
Historic East Village
Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Wooly's and Iowa State Capitol Building while you're in town.
Photo by Eric Mondres
Open Photo by Eric Mondres
Drake
While visiting Drake, you might make a stop by sights like Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.
Greater South Side
While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
