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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property

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Free WiFi
Exterior
Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom) | Private kitchenette
Exterior
Indoor pool

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr

Explore the area

Map
6215 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131
  • Merle Hay Mall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Drake University
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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Suite (Two Queen Bed Extended Stay)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Extended Stay)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair)

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom)

Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Johnston

At GrandStay Hotel & Suites you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters and 2.7 km (1.6 mi) from Iowa Gold Star Military Museum. .Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, 24-hour gym and Hot tub. Plus you'll find Wi-Fi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. Free continental breakfast is available daily between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Drake University - 10 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Living History Farms - 11 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 13 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Backpocket Pin & Pixel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive

About this property

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers its guests an indoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness centre. WiFi and wired Internet are available in public spaces for a fee. Free breakfast is available daily. Self parking is free.
  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers 76 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 26.75 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 26.75 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

As of 2 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GrandStay Hotel & Suites on 3 Apr 2025 start from NZ$166.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Yep, GrandStay Hotel & Suites has a free self car park.

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites have a pool?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites has an indoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites serve breakfast?

Yep, free continental breakfast is on offer daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

No, GrandStay Hotel & Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 211 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 211 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 211 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 211 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 211 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful new hotel. The only negative was that the breakfast area was not fully stocked in the morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed on News Years Eve. Everything was wonderful. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Azalin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really appreciate how everything was so clean and well put together, everyone was super nice and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shengyi

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
brand new hotel very clean. They have a large pool which my kids liked. The breakfast ends at 9 am, which is a little early.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John D.

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Everything was really nice. The front desk people were awol. Not sure where they were disappearing to
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place for family
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shadrach

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Todd

Travelled with family
Very clean and modern but was very busy. Pool and hot tub were packed. Wood laminate flooring in room so we heard lots of noise and banging from doors/feet walking from rooms next door to us. Kept us awake most of the night. Breakfast only had biscuits and gravy for hot option which didn’t work for a lot of families including ours. New place and nice staff but had a lot of disappointing parts to our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place
Great place, only complaint was the beds were too firm and the air was dry. Would stay again. Everyone polite
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heike

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Lindsay

It is brand new so I think they have a lot to work out. Very clean and nice. Walls are very thin so you hear things. Housekeeping is not a standard to check in if you stay multiple days even with the sign on the door? Pool and hot tub are awesome pool was heated the pool towels were the size of hand towels. Everyone working seemed to like their job and be very kind. I think they will make some improvements and it will be great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was not good at all but the rest of the hotel was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen, Hornell

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only complaint was the temperature of the pool room. Really cold for anyone who is wet. Other than that the hotel is wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Joyce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice stay. Staff was great and very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Travelled with family
Great hotel and staff. Will be staying here again!
The hotel was great, we were able to check in a bit early due to their very generous staff members. Breakfast had a nice selection with different main courses the two mornings we were there. Swimming pool had amazing hours, that we felt like we didn’t need to rush any of our time before it closed for the night. Having our stay close before Christmas, it was sweet that they had Elf on a Shelf, which my son absolutely loved. He kept wanting to go to lobby to see what the elf had done or where it moved to. Only thing that I felt was a little of an inconvenience, was the ice maker was only located on the first floor, which our room was on the 4th floor. Definitely will be choosing this hotel again when we come back to visit family in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

YURIY, BEL AIRE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very clean, safe, quiet hotel to stay! Breakfast was very tasty and the Kitchen lady was very nice and welcoming us! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
This hotel was one of the cleanest, and most lovely hotels we have stayed in and was a great value! I would definitely stay there again!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our family enjoyed staff. Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Montesha

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024