Grays Lake

Des Moines

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

Popular places to visit

Grays Lake showing a park and a lake or waterhole

Gray’s Lake Park

Bring your towel and fishing rod to enjoy life’s simplicities in a pleasant park just outside downtown in this major urban center.

Gray’s Lake Park
Water Works Park

Water Works Park

Explore the great outdoors at Water Works Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines.

Water Works Park
Adventureland

Adventureland

Bring the family to Adventureland and enjoy this exciting amusement park in Altoona. Experience the area's lively festivals and great live music.

Adventureland
Principal Park

Principal Park

Catch an event at Principal Park during your trip to Des Moines. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Principal Park
Iowa State Capitol Building which includes a statue or sculpture

Iowa State Capitol Building

A city landmark, this interesting building showcases design and architectural features that created a grand impression in the late 1800s and still inspire today.

Iowa State Capitol Building
Living History Farms

Living History Farms

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Living History Farms during your trip to Urbandale. Experience the area's great live music and lively festivals.

Living History Farms

Top hotels in Grays Lake

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
2.5 out of 5
5291 Stoney Creek Court, Johnston, IA
The price is P5,353 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P5,353
P5,995 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johnston. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,592 reviews)
"It was great!"

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
2.5 out of 5
7225 Vista Dr, West Des Moines, IA
The price is P4,544 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P4,544
P5,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was good. Beds were comfy. Wish they had more outlets for plugging stuff in."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Des Moines West
Surety Hotel
Surety Hotel
4 out of 5
206 6th Ave., Des Moines, IA
The price is P7,509 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P7,509
P8,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (934 reviews)
"Great staff and a beautiful hotel."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

Surety Hotel
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 P7,450 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
P7,450
P8,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
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! (890 reviews)
"I really liked this hotel. I plan to stay here again."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
3 out of 5
5000 Merle Hay Rd, Urbandale, IA
The price is P4,038 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
P4,038
P4,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Urbandale. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6/10 (324 reviews)
"I ran into a minor issue as there was a mix up about extending my stay, Brandon helped me so much, resolved my issue in a matter of seconds with so much reassurance! I appreciate his understanding as he trained his staff to do the same!"

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines
Des Lux Hotel
Des Lux Hotel
3.5 out of 5
800 Locust St, Des Moines, IA
The price is P9,838 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
P9,838
P11,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Des Moines. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Great place very comfy. Great choice in downtown"

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

Des Lux Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Grays Lake

Grays Lake featuring a lake or waterhole

Greater South Side

If you're spending some time in Greater South Side, Gray’s Lake Park and Water Works Park are top sights worth seeing.

Greater South Side
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Indianola Hills

While there might not be top attractions in Indianola Hills, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Indianola Hills
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Columbus Park

Though Columbus Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Principal Park and Science Center of Iowa.

Columbus Park
View into downtown from the Capitol Building. #capitol #desmoines #city #downtown

Court District

Court District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Science Center of Iowa and Principal Park while in the area.

Court District
State Historical Society of Iowa Museum which includes landscape views, a skyscraper 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 Polk County Courthouse or 801 Grand might round out your trip.

Downtown Des Moines
Great Western Trail. Lovely and mostly flat. Connects to other trails in the greater DSM area. Ride it to work when the weather's good.

Southwestern Hills

If you're spending some time in Southwestern Hills, Air Lanes Bowling Center and Water Works Park are top sights worth seeing.

Southwestern Hills

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