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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, (709)
"Very clean friendly staff "
United States
Isaiah
The price is Rp848.780
Rp950.653 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
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 Rp1.414.910
Rp1.584.699 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny 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, (1002)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is Rp1.303.715
Rp1.460.161 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - 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, (1006)
"The location was great."
United States
Sherri
The price is Rp1.664.434
Rp1.864.186 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Exterior
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, (1683)
"Had a great stay and was impressed with the staff and the hotel. Will stay again!"
United States
Kevin
The price is Rp1.048.698
Rp1.174.542 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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, (1003)
"Passing through on way to Michigan from Colorado. Convenient location, excellent service, comfortable room, good breakfast. "
United States
Bennet
The price is Rp1.455.193
Rp1.629.816 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 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, (1003)
"The check in lady was a grouchy old bag."
United States
David
The price is Rp1.431.556
Rp1.603.343 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
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 Rp1.501.469
Rp1.681.646 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
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, (1797)
"The breakfast and coffee was absolutely amazing. "
United States
Brenda
The price is Rp1.626.081
Rp1.821.211 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Lobby
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, (1162)
"Friendly staff, quiet location, comfortable and clean rooms. Would stay there again."
United States
Alaina
The price is Rp1.372.463
Rp1.537.158 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Free daily continental breakfast
Quality Inn Indianola

Quality Inn Indianola

Quality Inn Indianola
2.5 star property
21.5 km from Grays Lake
7.6 out of 10, Good, (513)
"The staff was kind and the hotel rooms clean"
United States
Stephanie
The price is Rp1.123.439
Rp1.258.252 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Indianola
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
2.5 star property
18.2 km from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (740)
"Great staff, good breakfast."
United States
Hans William
The price is Rp1.581.370
Rp1.771.134 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Altoona-Des Moines by IHG
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
3.0 star property
12.8 km from Grays Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Kirsten
The price is Rp1.060.350
Rp1.187.592 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
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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 Rp1.857.694
Rp2.080.617 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
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 Rp2.375.051
Rp2.660.057 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
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, (1003)
"Nice hotel and conveniently located"
United States
shane
The price is Rp1.451.531
Rp1.625.715 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
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 Rp1.681.246
Rp1.882.995 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown
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, (926)
"Clean room, polite staff, great accommodations!"
United States
Jenna
The price is Rp1.318.363
Rp1.476.566 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites West Des Moines/SW Mall Area
Free daily buffet breakfast
Hotel Pommier Indianola

Hotel Pommier Indianola

Hotel Pommier Indianola
2.5 star property
22 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (431)
"Everything was wonderful. "
United States
Garrett
The price is Rp1.245.787
Rp1.395.268 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Hotel Pommier Indianola
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines

Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
2.5 star property
16.8 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (822)
"A very convenient place to stay. Comfortable beds, quiet, & a great breakfast. We could even walk to dinner. "
United States
Teresa
The price is Rp1.430.391
Rp1.602.178 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Sleep Inn & Suites Ankeny - Des Moines
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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 Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse.

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.

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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.