Red Lion Inn & Suites Grimes

Hotels
Red Lion Inn & Suites
7.7 (258 reviews)
251 Gateway Circle , Grimes , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Room condition issues
Poor amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.7
Some rooms were clean, but issues with cleanliness in bathrooms were noted.
Service
8.7
Most guests praised the staff for being friendly and helpful.
Location
9.2
Conveniently located close to necessary areas.
Room Quality
7.2
Reports of poor room condition and amenities such as missing hot tub and damaged carpet.
Amenities
7.2
Hot tub not functioning, and breakfast options were lackluster.
Value for Money
7.2
Guests felt the cost did not match their experiences.
Food and Beverage
6.7
Breakfast choices received negative feedback for being unappetizing.
Overall Experience
7.7
While there were positive aspects, many guests reported significant disappointments.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 11:23

Property Description

Convenient Location near Beaver Creek Golf Course

Located just a 5-minute drive from the Beaver Creek Golf Course in Grimes, Iowa, AmericInn offers a perfect retreat for golf enthusiasts and travelers alike.

Relaxing Amenities for a Comfortable Stay

Enjoy the indoor pool with a jacuzzi and unwind in the sauna, or stay active in the small gym. Each room features cable TV with HBO, free Wi-Fi, and air-conditioning, providing a cozy and convenient stay.

Business and Leisure Facilities

Whether you're here for work or leisure, take advantage of the business center and proximity to Des Moines International Airport. With Grimes AmericInn also being close to Jester Park, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Book your stay at AmericInn of Grimes today for a memorable and relaxing experience.

Important information:

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card are required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DSM

Location

Property Accessibility

Total Disability Score: 35.71
Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 258 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.7
Service: 8.7
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 7.2
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 7.2
Food and Beverage: 6.7
Overall Experience: 7.7
J
Justin couple us
10
Fun will always choose here
Pros:

The dark look

Cons:

Clean

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
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Chad family_with_children us
7
Great Value in that location
Pros:

The staff was excellent to work with, I had an issue when booking and they were very helpful and understanding and worked with me to get me into the room. Many Many Kudos!

Cons:

I did think it had an odd odor in the halls and rooms.

2026-09-10 via Nuitee
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Derrick solo_traveller us
9
2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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Robbi family_with_children us
8
Pros:

Gentleman at front desk with check in was very nice. Quite place. Felt safe

Cons:

The room was very musty smelling. I wonder if the a/c filter needed to be cleaned or what.
Breakfast was ok but there were not enough eggs or sausage for the 4 people that wanted some. Nobody around to check on food levels. The oj was empty. Disappointed that no one at front desk the whole time we were sitting to eat breakfast to tell them more food was needed.

2026-08-21 via Nuitee
D
Doug solo_traveller us
3
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Rooms could be cleaner

2026-08-19 via Nuitee
P
Putzier solo_traveller us
8
Pros:

Clean, comfortable beds, welcoming lobby

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
J
Jessica Smith solo_traveller us
10
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Jessica Smith solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

That front desk gentleman was amazing 👏 He even pulled a extra shift and I thought is was quite impressive.
The gentleman doing breakfast came right out with more food when needed and even served the dishes to my son's! It was amazing service in a quiet place

Cons:

Everything was great .

2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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Faith family_with_children us
7
Comfortable quiet experience at an older hotel that had a few flaws but we would probably stay again
Pros:

The building and rooms were clean, good location and the staff was kind. Nice big ice machine we used for coolers and ice bags.

Cons:

The only negative was that the room smelled musty and no vents in bathroom, so everything had a dampness to it at times.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Zach solo_traveller us
5
Decent
Pros:

It was good location it had a okay breakfast and the room was fairly comfortable mistake I made was I did not pay attention and reserved a handicap room without realizing it

Cons:

Pool had heavy chlorine as well as hot tub sauna did not work the shower in our room had a lot of mildew and was not clean properly that would be my biggest complaint

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
J
Justin couple us
10
Very fun
Pros:

Secluded

Cons:

Clean

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
D
Dennis couple us
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Emily couple us
8
2026-07-20 via Nuitee
D
Dvorak solo_traveller us
9
Pros:

Convenience

Cons:

Wish the pool was open longer. There for state baseball, it closed at 9. And we didn't get back until 8:45, so the boys couldn't swim.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
M
Michelle couple us
8
Overall, a lovely stay at a great price and we’ll stay again.
Pros:

It was clean and wonderfully quiet!

Cons:

More attention could be paid to breakfast service with a bit more variety of options. The coffee had run out when I came to get a cup and I was told it was out without an offer to make more. Not a big deal but a nicety I would have expected.

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
B
Brady family_with_children us
8
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
A
Aburto family_with_children us
9
Best place to stay at.
Pros:

Hot tub wa good

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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C Harrick solo_traveller ca
10
Wonderful
Pros:

The room was exceptional. Large, clean and having 2 sinks in separate rooms was definitely a plus. We were upgraded to a room with a hot tub at no extra charge as well. Location was quiet and employees were very friendly and helpful. Would absolutely recommend.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Dalton solo_traveller us
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
B
Brandi family_with_children us
4
Pros:

The pool and hot tub. And the free ice.

Cons:

They had no channels to watch on their TV, and the Wi-Fi was terrible.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee