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

Our top choices for Gray’s Lake Park hotels

Des Lux Hotel

Court District, 2.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Michael

AED 626 total

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Western Gateway, 2.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Saundra

AED 590 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

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

Ina

AED 531 total

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Court District, 2.5 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Brent

AED 695 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

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

Wendy

AED 418 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

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

karen

AED 622 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

2 restaurants; breakfast and dinner served

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

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

DAVID

AED 592 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 2.8 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Michael

AED 485 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Court District, 2.9 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Lee Ann

AED 435 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

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

Janice

AED 555 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

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

CHRIS

AED 485 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

12.2 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Rhonda

AED 435 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Drake, 3.6 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Tori

AED 405 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

5.5 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Elizabeth

AED 506 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Wildwood Lodge

11.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Dave

AED 383 total

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 Jun

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Southwestern Hills, 6.6 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Jimmie

AED 392 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jun - 22 Jun

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

14.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Alex

AED 469 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Historic East Village, 3.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Katie

AED 416 total

includes taxes & fees

27 May - 28 May

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Historic East Village, 3.6 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Paul

AED 621 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

9.4 km from Gray’s Lake Park

Yuvaraj

AED 395 total

includes taxes & fees

28 May - 29 May

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Des Lux Hotel	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 1,070 reviews	View
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,156 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 441 reviews	View

Top Gray’s Lake Park Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean and comfortable with a great bed and great pillows. Bathroom was super clean. Check-in was super easy. Staff were helpful with each interaction. Parking was great and easily accessible from both directions. I-235 was right next to hotel so super convenient for travel. Visited the pedestrian river bridge and walkways during our stay. Enjoyed several downtown restaurants and bars in the area within walking distance or a short drive."

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

8/10 Good

"The hotel was everything a person could ask for: very helpful staff and a clean environment. The only thing I can say, which the hotel cannot help, is that the walls are so thin. You can hear other doors opening and closing across the hallway. The people above us were very loud on our first night, but the second night was nice and quiet. I would stay at a Holiday Inn in the future."

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

2/10 Terrible

"I would avoid staying at this property if I could. I stayed two nights over memorial day weekend. On Saturday, my key never worked to get me into the property. Every time I went to the front desk for help, the attendant told me I must have touched something with the key that demagnetized it and offered no permanent solution. This alone would not be very notable if not for the fact that when I returned on Saturday night, their entire electronic key system was down. There were 40-50 people in the lobby around 9:30 p.m. and it was quite noisy. I asked the front desk attendant if she could let me into my room. She asked if I was checking in. I said, no I checked in the previous day and my things were in my room. Could she please help me? She said no. I said and waited an hour. I returned to the front desk and asked what I could expect. She told me to get another hotel. I said what about my things? She said, oh I thought you wanted to check in. I can get you in with my master key. Upon checkout, I explained everything that happened and asked the hotel to comp my stay. They refused and blamed the night attendant for being a new employee, which seemed inaccurate and unfair to me. This hotel is not responsive to the needs of its guests. You can find better places to stay in Des Moines."

Hotels near other Gray’s Lake Park attractions

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

5.0/5 (3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, a lovely green space in Des Moines. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.

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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 6 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 Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Des Moines Airport.

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

Expedia has 6 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, Des Moines Art Center, and State Historical Museum of Iowa. Valley Junction, Temple Theater, and Salisbury House 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

Des Lux Hotel

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

Surety Hotel, Autograph Collection

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Des Moines Downtown

Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Des Moines Marriott Downtown

Residence Inn Des Moines Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Des Moines Downtown

Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel

Hyatt Place Des Moines/Downtown

Homewood Suites By Hilton Urbandale Des Moines

Home2 Suites by Hilton Des Moines at Drake University

Homewood Suites by Hilton Des Moines Airport

Wildwood Lodge

Baymont by Wyndham Des Moines Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites Des Moines Altoona

Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG

AC Hotel Des Moines East Village

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott® Norwalk Des Moines

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Top Gray’s Lake Park Hotel Reviews

Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center

Hotels near other Gray’s Lake Park attractions

John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park

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