Grays Lake Vacations
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Where to stay in Grays Lake
Downtown Des Moines
Downtown Des Moines boasts corporate campuses, fine dining, and unique retail destinations. Explore the Pappajohn Sculpture Park, and enjoy easy access to DART transit and skywalk connections.
Historic East Village
Directly east of Downtown Des Moines, this nationally recognized historic district boasts the Iowa State Capitol complex, State of Iowa Historical Museum, and Des Moines Botanical Gardens. Explore eateries, boutique shops, and loft-style housing in its charming structures.
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.
Drake
If you're spending some time in Drake, Knapp Center and Des Moines Community Playhouse are top sights worth seeing.
Greater South Side
While Greater South Side might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Gray’s Lake Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater.
Grays Lake Hotel Deals
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton
"Exceptional facilities, first rate staff, fun speakeasy, every aspect of short stay was perfect. I’ll return."
Reviewed on 2026/9/22
Stoney Creek Hotel Des Moines - Johnston
"Overall our experience was great. We were a little disappointed as the cottage room we were in this time was not as good as the cottage room we had the time before. Apparently they are not all the same and you never know what what you might get. Overall this is still one of the better hotels we have ..."
Reviewed on 2026/9/22
Wildwood Lodge
Stay near popular Grays Lake attractions
Gray’s Lake Park
