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771 Cheap Hotels in Grays Lake - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Our top choices for Grays Lake hotels

Cozy Rest Motel
Standard Room

Cozy Rest Motel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (633)
"I was completely surprised how nice this hotel was. I found it to be clean, quiet, and friendly. "
The price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Cozy Rest Motel
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Terrace/patio

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (955)
"Nice place, would stay again. "
The price is AU$206
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1583)
"Great place to stay "
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Terrace/patio

Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (415)
"Staff was great! The room was great as well. A few small areas around the hotel could use some maintenance, but overall great experience."
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Studio 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Red Roof Inn Des Moines
Exterior

Red Roof Inn Des Moines

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (522)
"Good eggs and sausage breakfast Comfy beds"
The price is AU$108
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Red Roof Inn Des Moines
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Suite, Multiple Beds

Sonesta Essential Des Moines

2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"Low key, friendly staff, central location near highway and main roads breakfast included helped budget."
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Sonesta Essential Des Moines
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Exterior

Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1001)
"I will definitely stay there again!"
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Motel 6 Altoona, IA - Des Moines East
Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (597)
"It was a nice stay for my quick trip through the area. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. No complaints. I would stay here again. "
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Ankeny/Des Moines Area
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Indoor pool

La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1572)
"Good place to stay for a night."
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
La Quinta by Wyndham Altoona Des Moines
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Reception

Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (540)
"Nice place to stay."
The price is AU$159
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Sleep Inn Waukee-West Des Moines
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (545)
"Rooms were really nice for the value"
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior

Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (570)
"We loved our stay!"
The price is AU$225
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Revel Hotel Des Moines Urbandale, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Lobby

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Very clean, decent breakfast, friendly staff"
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive

2.0 star property
6.0 out of 10, (1004)
"Nice rooms"
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Exterior

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"We had a great stay. We will be back!"
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
Free WiFi

Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North

2.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (228)
"It is a nice hotel right off the interstate and easy to get in and out of. Staff was very nice and the room was just what I needed for my stay/"
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Motel 6 Des Moines, IA - North
Des Lux Hotel
Property entrance

Des Lux Hotel

3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Best place I've ever stayed at!"
The price is AU$262
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Des Lux Hotel
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
1 bedroom, free WiFi

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (379)
"Great stay! "
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Free daily continental breakfast

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1009)
"We had a good stay at Hampton Inn. "
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport
Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines
Exterior

Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (525)
"Great location, friendly staff"
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Comfort Inn & Suites West Des Moines
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Our guide on 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, a city and landscape views

Downtown Des Moines

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

The abundant dining options and live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Des Moines. A stop by Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand might round out your trip.

Des Moines Botanical Center which includes a waterfall

Capitol Park

While there might not be top attractions in Capitol Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden and Iowa State Capitol Building.

Historic East Village

Historic East Village

Historic East Village is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to State Historical Museum of Iowa and Wooly's while you're in town.

Court District

Travellers come to Court District for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Science Center of Iowa and Polk County Courthouse while you're in town.

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

Greater South Side

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While there might not be top attractions in Greater South Side, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Air Lanes Bowling Center and Gray’s Lake Park.

Top Grays Lake Hotel Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Nothing to complain about other than hotels should always have cold drinking water available in an obvious and easily accessible area "
Aaron 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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.