GrandStay Hotel & Suites

Property class: 2
Johnston hotel with indoor pool and 24-hour fitness

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At GrandStay Hotel & Suites, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Casey's Center. Guests can take a morning swim in at the indoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Iowa Events Center.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (9)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Indoor pool
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Internet in the lobby
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Hot tub
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Hiking/biking trails

Feel at home (5)

  • Private bathroom
  • Cable TV service
  • Free self-parking
  • Indoor swimming pools
  • Hairdryer
The current price is £66
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct

Room options

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View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Extended Stay)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, multiple pillows, bedside tables with lamps, and a digital clock.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Extended Stay)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom)

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a window with a view of trees.

Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(45 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair)

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

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(56 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Two Queen Bed Extended Stay)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, multiple pillows, bedside tables with lamps, and a digital clock.

Suite (Two Queen Bed Extended Stay)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
6215 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Drake University - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 14 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Adventureland - 15 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 18 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cheba Hut “Toasted” Subs - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

  • At GrandStay Hotel & Suites, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Casey's Center. Guests can take a morning swim in at the indoor pool, and the Hot tub makes for a relaxing end to the day. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Iowa Events Center.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 76 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • WiFi and wired internet access in public areas*
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • Free uncovered on-site self-parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–10:00 AM

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails

Services

  • 24-hour front desk

Facilities

  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An indoor pool
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in public areas for an extra charge
  • Wired internet access is available in public areas for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday:
  • Bar/lounge
The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 26.75 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Policies

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

Also known as

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Hotel
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Johnston
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Hotel Johnston

Frequently asked questions

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, GrandStay Hotel & Suites does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 26.75 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at GrandStay Hotel & Suites and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the indoor pool. GrandStay Hotel & Suites also has a 24-hour fitness centre.

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Reviews

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool and hot tub were great to relax in, clean, and well-maintained. (57 reviews)
  • The hot tub was consistently clean, warm, and a great place to relax. (39 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were plentiful and delicious with many guests praising the quality and variety. (69 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great service, location & amenities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel in a very safe location. Very polite staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

We love this location and staffs are friendly and attentive to our needs.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay! Employees were super nice. Room was nice and clean. Bed was very comfortable
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a modern, bright, well maintained hotel with a very nice pool and a gigantic hot tub. The breakfast was one of the better ones I have had. The price for the stay was very reasonable and much cheaper than the hotels closer to Des Moines. A wonderful stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room Friendly staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Pool and hot tub was amazing
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10/10 Exceptional

New, nice, clean hotel. Comfortable. Many restaurants near by. Staff were helpful.
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8/10 Very good

The hotel was conveniently located near restaurants and shopping.
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was very affordable. The property was newer looking, clean and staff was very friendly.
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staffs. Check in and out easily. Room was clean. Beds were comfortable. We only stay for one night after been exhausted with Iowa State Fair.
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10/10 Exceptional

The property both inside and out is very clean and well kept. Room was excellent. Very comfortable and quiet. Staff was very friendly. I traveled alone and felt very safe.
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6/10 Good

Hotel is okay for a night stay, their pantry was not fully stocked. Room was spacious and clean. Staff did there best to assist.
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was small but clean and comfortable, pillows were good, a/c worked well, shampoos and soaps were great. Hot tub and pool were the perfect temperatures. We didn't get to have breakfast due to a power outage at 8am, so that was sad, but all else was fine.
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10/10 Exceptional

We love the location. Rooms are always nice and clean. Beds are very comfortable. Will definitely stay again and would recommend to friends and family.
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at this newer hotel and wished we could have stayed longer! The room was so clean, beds and linens were very comfortable. Huge TV, fridge and microwave in room. Breakfast was well done with lots of options.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast, one of the nicest motels I’ve stayed at.
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8/10 Very good

Hotel staff was very welcoming, we enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay again!
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10/10 Exceptional

Rooms, pool, hot tub, breakfast & staff were all great.
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff at the desk went above and beyond with the check in process, recommending local restaurants and answering other questions. Extremily clean room and met all my needs. Good breakfast and the hot tub was actually hot unlike many other places. I highly recommend this hotel.
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was a very nice, clean and well kept we would definitely stay again. The staff were also super friendly! Only thing is they could use one more elevator but not a huge deal.
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10/10 Exceptional

Ideal location for us. Everything we needed was close by.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room, friendly staff.
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10/10 Exceptional

The pool was in great shape. I would definitely recommend. We also had a great experience with the GM on duty. He came to our rescue and helped when we had an accident with the bed linens and needed replacements. We would most definitely stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional

Will definitely come back. Right across from city hall. Hotel only a couple years old. Bed was great and breakfast was good. As a family with tall people the shower head was perfect height. Also for a person with long hair, the shower had great pressure, I didn't have to spend 20 minutes rinsing my hair. . Big thank you to Chruis for helping us out a few days before. You can tell the employees care. The person making breakfast was helpful and cheery. Convenient location, good spot between downtown, Jordan Creek and ankeny