Grays Lake

Des Moines

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Grays Lake which includes a river or creek and a bridge
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Grays Lake featuring a river or creek and a bridge
Grays Lake featuring a river or creek, hiking or walking and a bridge

Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Grays Lake

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
4.5 out of 5
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
The price is S$176 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
S$176
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,030 reviews)
"Nicely updated hotel in a good location. Would stay again and recommend."

Reviewed on 28 Jun, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
3 out of 5
1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is S$172 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$172
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Nice property, clean room. Staff just weren't very friendly"

Reviewed on 21 Jun, 2025

Holiday Inn Downtown - Mercy Area by IHG
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
2 out of 5
1901 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA
The price is S$103 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
S$103
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,510 reviews)
"It was a good place to stay"

Reviewed on 27 Jun, 2025

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
2 out of 5
7655 Office Plaza Dr N, West Des Moines, IA
The price is S$81 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
S$81
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (412 reviews)
"No frills is the best description. The bed was acceptable, the shower was hot and it was clean if a little worn. If you just need a place to crash this is it, just dont expect toiletries or in room coffee. Staff was extremely nice."

Reviewed on 29 Jun, 2025

Motel 6 West Des Moines, IA
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
2.5 out of 5
4995 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
The price is S$99 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
S$99
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.4/10 Good! (938 reviews)
Great
"We had a few complications but they set everything right. Great people. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 28 Jun, 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Des Moines - Merle Hay Road
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
2 out of 5
1600 NW 114th St, Clive, IA
The price is S$79 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$79
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Clive. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Jordan Creek Town Center and Clive ...
6/10 (1,009 reviews)
"Good value and very clean"

Reviewed on 30 Jun, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham West Des Moines / Clive
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Other neighbourhoods around Grays Lake

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 Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.

Greater South Side
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Indianola Hills

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Indianola Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Indianola Hills
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Columbus Park

While Columbus Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Columbus Park
John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park which includes a high-rise building, a garden and a city

Western Gateway

While visiting Western Gateway, you might make a stop by sights like John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Pappajohn Sculpture Park.

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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.

Court District
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes a high-rise building, landscape views and a city

Downtown Des Moines

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Downtown Des Moines

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