Book a hotel near Gray’s Lake Park, Greater South Side

A trip to Grays Lake is one sure-fire way to use up some of your next break.

It's one of the many attractions that makes Des Moines, the capital of the state, such an interesting travel destination.

You can find 6 hotels within 2 miles (3 kilometers) of Grays Lake. The Des Moines Marriott Downtown, the Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel and the Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtwn are three that are recommended, and only 2 miles (3 kilometers), 2 miles (3 kilometers) and 2 miles (3 kilometers) away, respectively.

Everyone loves a good bargain, and luckily you won't have to venture too far to find one. There is a small array of low-cost hotels in the surrounding area. Why not consider the Comfort Inn & Suites Event Center and the Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center Des Moines?

As night falls, find a place to order a bottle of wine or beer and enjoy an uplifting end to the day. A mere 0.3 miles (0.5 kilometers) away, Jasper Winery (2400 George Flagg Parkway, Des Moines) is the perfect spot.

Other Things to Do Near Grays Lake

• Arrange to visit Terrace Hill, an important historic residence.
• Enjoy the fragrant smells and the charming flower displays at Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden. If possible, time it so that you can see most of the flowers in bloom.
• At John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park, you'll find a collection of sculptures resting among leafy shrubs and trees in a serene garden setting.
• Renoir, the acclaimed French painter, once claimed that if you want to understand art, you have to go to a museum and look at it. Why not take his advice and stop at Pappajohn Sculpture Park during your vacation?
• Des Moines Public Library has a collection of books and other resources that you won't want to miss. Make sure to enquire in advance for important visiting information.