Grays Lake Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Grays Lake
Stay near popular Grays Lake attractions
Our pick of the best Grays Lake Hotel Deals
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
7225 Vista Dr West Des Moines IA
The price is AU$183 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$183
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"Clean room. Great breakfast."
Reviewed on 11 July 2026
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
1901 Hackley Ave Des Moines IA
The price is AU$135 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$135
20 July - 21 July
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 breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,843 reviews)
"Please don’t waste your money booking this hotel. From the front desk service to the condition of the room and even the breakfast, the entire experience was disappointing. The customer service was poor, the room did not meet expectations, and the breakfast was far below standard. I would not recommend ..."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
1000 Walnut St Des Moines IA
The price is AU$259 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$259
26 July - 27 July
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! (1,226 reviews)
"Wow! We stayed the weekend of the Fourh of July and was so happy with the staff and willingness to go above and beyond to make our stay wonderful! Thank you!"
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
5000 Merle Hay Rd Urbandale IA
The price is AU$115 per night from 29 July to 30 July
AU$115
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a water park. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
2650 University Ave. Des Moines IA
The price is AU$228 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$228
26 July - 27 July
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 helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,021 reviews)
"Limited staffing so if you need someone at the front desk you will be waiting a while. Literally across from the school so it’s a great Drake location."
Reviewed on 15 July 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
5291 Stoney Creek Court Johnston IA
The price is AU$157 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$157
22 July - 23 July
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! (1,858 reviews)
"They never came to clean the room for my 6 night stay. Black stuff shot out of the jets in the tub. Had to go get my own towels and needs for the room and stack all trash inside my room during my stay. Picked this hotel so I had a place to do my laundry and lo and behold they were out of order as ..."
Reviewed on 14 July 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.
Our guide on 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 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.
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 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 Principal Park and Des Moines Civic Center while you're in town.
Photo by Emily Ruschill
Open Photo by Emily Ruschill
Southwestern Hills
Though Southwestern Hills may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
