The Best Hotels Closest to Gray’s Lake Park in Des Moines for 2026

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A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a chandelier.

A spacious lobby with a central round table, green seating, and large arched windows.

A double door entrance to a hotel with a sign above reading "PROUDFOOT & BIRD".

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a central chandelier. There are multiple seating areas with tables and chairs.

1. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 2.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Karen

SAR 468

SAR 524 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A modern bar with wooden shelves and a long counter.

A spacious living area with a large black marble fireplace, leather sofas, and a modern bar area with orange chairs.

A spacious lounge area with a sofa set, a pool table, and large windows offering views of the street.

An indoor venue with a brick wall, black chairs arranged in rows, and hanging plants.

2. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 2.5 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Brett

SAR 634

SAR 710 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express building with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A modern hotel room with a large window, a blue sofa, a desk with a chair, and a colorful striped rug.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Joe

SAR 386

SAR 433 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a seating area with green upholstered chairs and a round table.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a decorative wall piece, and a snack shelf.

A Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent '207' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance area.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park

CINDY

SAR 360

SAR 403 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A room with a foosball table, two arcade machines, and a sofa with colorful cushions.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

A modern kitchen with a large island, dark wood cabinets, a built-in TV, and stainless steel appliances.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, orange and green vases, and yellow chairs.

5. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, 2.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Mary

SAR 222

SAR 501 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A table set with white flowers, candles, and silverware, suggesting a formal dining setting.

A conference room with rows of chairs, a stage, and two large screens.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a building with a dome in the background.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view.

6. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 3 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Sweta

SAR 498

SAR 575 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor seating area with a circular fire pit, wicker furniture, and string lights.

A modern lobby with seating areas, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

A modern hotel dining area with multiple seating arrangements, including bar stools and tables, under pendant lighting.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a large bed, a desk, and a bathroom.

7. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 2.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Nicole

SAR 376

SAR 421 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

A wooden building with a pool, a palm tree, and a sign indicating the pool's depth.

A Marriott hotel building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance and a large number of windows.

A restaurant with a long bar, multiple seating areas, and a television mounted on the wall.

8. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 2.6 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Nancy

SAR 506

SAR 567 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern dining area with a large island table, multiple chairs, and a chandelier.

A modern indoor swimming pool area with clear signage, including a 'No Lifeguard On Duty' sign, and a separate shallow pool with a 3 ft depth marker.

A multi-story hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a prominent signage for Hampton Inn & Suites.

A modern living room with beige sofas, a round coffee table, and decorative vases.

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 2.9 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Kristy

SAR 397

SAR 444 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel facade with a prominent sign reading "SAVERY HOTEL" and "Renaissance Hotel."

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large punch bowl, and a seating area with chairs and tables.

A modern conference room with a long table, white and black chairs, and a seating area with yellow ottomans.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

10. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Downtown Des Moines, 2.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Valerie

SAR 506

SAR 567 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A multi-story hotel with a classic brick facade, large windows, and a prominent Liberty Building sign.

A hotel kitchen with wooden cabinets, a buffet counter, and a coffee station.

A swimming pool with a tiled border, a lifeguard chair, and a bench.

A lobby with a fireplace, red leather chairs, and a decorative wall panel.

11. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Downtown Des Moines, 2.7 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Felicia

SAR 413

SAR 462 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A building with a sign reading "WILDWOOD LODGE."

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, large windows, and a distinctive antler decoration.

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

An indoor swimming pool with a stone-tiled floor, red-framed windows, and a sign reading "LAKE WILDWOOD".

12. Wildwood Lodge

11.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Akacia

SAR 411

SAR 460 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with two chairs, a city view, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

13. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

12.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Shazia

SAR 300

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

An outdoor seating area with yellow chairs and a colorful sofa, a fire pit, and a wooden ceiling with hanging lights.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, ottomans, and tables, featuring a mix of red and yellow chairs.

A hotel with a modern exterior, a covered outdoor seating area, and a traditional building in the background.

A modern restaurant with a long wooden table and chairs, a counter with a beverage dispenser, and shelves with bowls and glasses.

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 3.6 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Cassandra

SAR 348

SAR 389 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by open fields.

A modern reception area with a stone accent wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, a computer station, and a sign that reads "Connect & Print".

A hotel room with two large beds, a television, a desk, and a mirror.

A pool area with a view of the city, a table with chairs, and a lounge area with chairs.

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

14.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Jeffrey

SAR 411

SAR 460 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor seating area with sofas and tables, stone pillars, and a pathway leading to a building.

A modern hotel with a stone facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A river with a building on the left and a bridge in the foreground.

A bar area with a marble counter, a refrigerated display case with beverages, and a wall-mounted decorative piece.

16. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

14.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Stacia

SAR 486

SAR 544 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a central reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a self-service kiosk.

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, lounge chairs, and a sun umbrella.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, colorful chairs, a purple sofa, and a wall with a 'SOUTHEAST' sign.

17. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

9.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Merlin

SAR 316

SAR 354 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with four lounge chairs and a view of trees through large windows.

A modern breakfast bar with a coffee machine, cereal and fruit options, and a yogurt, eggs, and milk dispenser.

A reception area with two reception desks, a blue geometric wall design, and hanging pendant lights.

18. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

15.9 km from Gray’s Lake Park

gary

SAR 341

SAR 382 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with a 30 ft depth sign, a reception area, and a 'No Lifeguard' warning sign.

A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows, and orange walls.

A lobby with a checkered armchair, a yellow sofa, a glass-top coffee table, and a cabinet with glass doors.

A lobby with striped orange chairs, a green ottoman, and a fireplace.

19. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

11.5 km from Gray’s Lake Park

John Kevin

SAR 375

SAR 420 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a round coffee table, sofas, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a stone facade, a covered entrance, and an American flag.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A buffet setup with various food items, including fruits and cereals, and a soup station.

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

5.5 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Larry

SAR 403

SAR 451 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton Western Gateway, 2.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park View	Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection Court District, 2.5 km from Gray’s Lake Park View	Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG Downtown Des Moines, 1.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park View	Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown Downtown Des Moines, 3.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park View	Kasa Downtown Des Moines Downtown Des Moines, 2.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park View
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Top Gray’s Lake Park Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

8/10 Good

"Room clean but worn. Double beds too small for 2 people. Helpful staff at valet station with food recommendations and directions. The breakfast was very good. The evening reception snacks were adequate. Park across the street for $10"

Des Lux Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is gorgeous and the staff were so incredibly kind and helpful. My room was impeccable and my stay was WONDERFUL."

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, quiet and reasonably priced. Was convenient to dining options and other activities in Des Moines."

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great service and love the park and fly option"

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"NA"

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"It was very nice"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"Unfortunately the pool was closed for remodel which we didn’t know prior but the staff at the front desk was very helpful and let the kids have a treat as a conciliation. The shuttle was so convenient to have as a part of our stay so we could just enjoy our visit. Room was clean and it was nice they came in and brought fresh towels. Most places don’t even provide that anymore."

Cozy Bungalow Retreat

10/10 Excellent

"The property was exactly as described andgit our needs. We especially appreciate that it is pet friendly."

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"What an amazing downtown hotel! We had a beautiful corner room on the 10th floor and absolutely loved our stay. The historic charm and attention to detail throughout the entire hotel were incredible. Everywhere we looked, there was something unique to admire. We only stayed for one night, but we truly wished we could have stayed longer! The hotel offers fantastic amenities and is within walking distance of so many wonderful restaurants. Valet parking was a great convenience, and every staff member we encountered was courteous, welcoming, and friendly. We had such a wonderful experience and will definitely be back for another visit. Highly recommend!"

Other attractions near Gray’s Lake Park

Western Gateway Park

After visiting Western Gateway Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Des Moines. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

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Lauridsen Amphitheater

You can enjoy a show at Lauridsen Amphitheater during your trip to Des Moines. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Terrace Hill

4.0/10 (1 review)

Learn about the local history of Des Moines with a stop at Terrace Hill. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

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Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the great live music and lively festivals in this family-friendly area.

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Pappajohn Sculpture Park

9.4/10 (3 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pappajohn Sculpture Park during your travels in Des Moines. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

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Des Moines Public Library

9.0/10 (16 reviews)

Des Moines Public Library is just one of the places to see in Des Moines, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

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Hoyt Sherman Place

8.2/10 (191 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Hoyt Sherman Place during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.

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Temple Theater

You can get tickets for a performance at Temple Theater during your stay in Des Moines. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Gray's Lake Park?

Gray's Lake Park is located in an area of Des Moines known for its lively festivals. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Gray's Lake Park?

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a health club. It's located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Gray's Lake Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Des Lux Hotel and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG.

How many hotels will I find close to Gray's Lake Park?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Gray's Lake Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Gray's Lake Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Gray's Lake Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Gray's Lake Park?

For more details about updating your stay near Gray's Lake Park or cancelling it, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Gray's Lake Park?

You'll want to browse the collections at Science Center of Iowa, World Food Prize Hall of Laureates, and Des Moines Art Center. Salisbury House, Valley Junction, and Temple Theater are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Lauridsen Amphitheater, Hoyt Sherman Place, and Wooly's.

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Our top choices for Gray’s Lake Park hotels

1. Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

2. Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

5. Kasa Downtown Des Moines

6. Hilton Des Moines Downtown

7. Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

8. Des Moines Marriott Downtown

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

10. Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

11. Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

12. Wildwood Lodge

13. Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

14. Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

15. Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

16. Hyatt Place Altoona/Des Moines

17. Tru By Hilton Norwalk Des Moines

18. Holiday Inn Express Des Moines Ankeny by IHG

19. Drury Inn & Suites West Des Moines

20. Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Compare top hotels near Gray’s Lake Park

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Kasa Downtown Des Moines

Top Gray’s Lake Park Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines Downtown

Des Lux Hotel

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Cozy Bungalow Retreat

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Other attractions near Gray’s Lake Park

Western Gateway Park

Lauridsen Amphitheater

Terrace Hill

Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Des Moines Public Library

Hoyt Sherman Place

Temple Theater

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