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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, (717)
"Staff was very nice. They have been updating the hotel. "
United States
Jessaca
The price is 1.308.119 ₫
1.465.220 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
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, (1002)
"Room was clean, staff was courteous and the bed was comfortable. "
United States
Craig
The price is 2.178.093 ₫
2.439.465 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 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, (1004)
"The check in lady was a grouchy old bag."
United States
David
The price is 2.342.035 ₫
2.623.080 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG
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, (296)
"Yes clean room and helpful staff."
United States
Richard
The price is 2.236.775 ₫
2.505.189 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny 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, (671)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Donald J
The price is 2.373.613 ₫
2.658.447 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Altoona-Des Moines
Exterior
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
3.5 star property
Historic East Village, 3.4 km from Grays Lake
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1045)
"Great breakfast "
United States
Dustin
The price is 2.456.768 ₫
2.751.580 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown
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, (1007)
"The location was great."
United States
Sherri
The price is 2.631.237 ₫
2.947.017 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines
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, (1003)
"Great stay with dogs"
United States
Mindy
The price is 2.060.991 ₫
2.308.309 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA
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, (1164)
"Convenient location to restaurants"
United States
Sally
The price is 2.259.143 ₫
2.530.240 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds
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, (1689)
"Breakfast was good and parking was close and snow removed."
United States
Deborah
The price is 1.657.845 ₫
1.856.787 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
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 2.323.257 ₫
2.602.048 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Free daily buffet breakfast
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
2.5 star property
Watrous South, 2.9 km from Grays Lake
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Best location for passengers traveling on flights"
United States
Sai Lakshmi
The price is 1.617.583 ₫
1.811.693 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines Airport
Property amenity
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, (712)
"I stay at this property multiple times a year and have always had a positive experience. "
United States
John
The price is 2.885.440 ₫
3.231.693 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Indianola, IA
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG

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
14.7 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"The check-in was super fast! The staff was courteous and the hotel was very clean. It was a nice quiet stay and I would absolutely stay again. "
United States
Christina
The price is 2.447.295 ₫
2.740.969 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites West Des Moines - Jordan Creek by IHG
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek

Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
3.0 star property
13.5 km from Grays Lake
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"The hotel was very clean and close to shopping and restaurants."
United States
Janelle
The price is 2.605.185 ₫
2.917.807 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Hyatt Place West Des Moines Jordan Creek
Exterior
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive

Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
3.0 star property
14.5 km from Grays Lake
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Will stay there again "
United States
Marc
The price is 2.136.252 ₫
2.392.602 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hampton Inn West Des Moines Lake Drive
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, (1063)
"Comfy and stylish lobby and rooms, delicious cafe"
United States
Sarah
The price is 3.754.624 ₫
4.205.179 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
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, (1001)
"Great place to stay! "
United States
Kirsten
The price is 1.713.107 ₫
1.918.679 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines West Clive
Indoor pool, open 6 AM to 11 PM, pool loungers
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West

SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
3.0 star property
14.8 km from Grays Lake
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"The hot tub was great and the beds were comfortable. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is 2.300.457 ₫
2.576.512 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
SpringHill Suites Des Moines West
Free WiFi
GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites
2.0 star property
13.4 km from Grays Lake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (482)
"Clean room, friendly staff"
United States
Joan
The price is 2.226.249 ₫
2.493.346 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
GrandStay Hotel & Suites
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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

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 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.

Grays Lake showing a lake or waterhole

Greater South Side

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.

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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.