GrandStay Hotel & Suites Johnston-Des Moines, IA

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6215 Merle Hay Road , Johnston , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Clean
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Modern room
Affordable
Cons:
Breakfast options
Rowdy guests
No bathtub stopper

Categories

Cleanliness
9.43
Consistently praised for cleanliness in various reviews.
Service
9.9
Staff described as accommodating and friendly, enhancing the overall stay.
Location
9.64
Convenient location with easy access to dining and attractions.
Room Quality
9.39
Modern and spacious rooms, though some found the mattress firm.
Amenities
9.12
Good amenities, though some areas for improvement noted such as breakfast options.
Value for Money
9.38
Considered a great value for the quality of stay.
Food and Beverage
8.43
Breakfast options received mixed reviews; room for improvement.
Overall Experience
9.9
General sentiment indicates a highly positive experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 03:48

Property Description

Modern Accommodations & Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience in our well-equipped rooms and suites, complete with free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk for all your needs.

Convenient Location
Enjoy easy access to top attractions such as the Iowa Events Center, Hy-Vee Hall, and Science Center of Iowa, all within a short distance from the hotel.

Complimentary Services
Indulge in complimentary perks including free private parking and a cozy on-site bar, creating a memorable stay for our guests.

Book your stay at GrandStay Hotel & Suites Johnston-Des Moines, IA today for a delightful experience!

Important information:

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.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 9.43
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.64
Room Quality: 9.39
Amenities: 9.12
Value for Money: 9.38
Food and Beverage: 8.43
Overall Experience: 9.9
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Janeen • couple • us
10
Very nice newer hotel. Good breakfast, nice staff, and great location. Very clean!
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Raymond • couple • us
10
Nice place to stay, love the pool and spa.
Pros:

Didn't eat breakfast

Cons:

Longer breakfast hours

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Kim • couple • us
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Newton • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Patty • couple • us
9
Pros:

It was close to family we were visiting. Very clean! Big room.

Cons:

Our middle outlets went off when we turned lights off over the beds. The switch to turn those lights off didn’t work on a separate line. Thankfully the front desk Hal had some painters tape and we covered the lights with that so we could sleep with them on so the power did not go off and turn off my husband’s c-pap machine.

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Kyle • couple • us
5
Would’ve enjoyed it more if I wasn’t charged randomly.
Pros:

Breakfast was decent, we can’t complain too much. A lot of dog areas right by hotel and food. Super nice location.

Cons:

Front desk worker; Terrible . Also charged me a random amount when I left. Also receipts weren’t ever sent to me every time I asked.

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • family_with_children • us
4
Okay
Pros:

It seemed new so it was clean

Cons:

Got to room everything unpacked, went yo relax to watch TV but the TV wouldn’t work. The power came on withe the picture on but it would not change channels. Called the front desk she didn’t know anything about it she said she never watches TV and no one else to help. She offered to switch rooms but we were already unpacked and didn’t want the hassle. I went down the next morning just to let the manager know. No one was at the front desk and I had to wait for about ten minutes for anyone to help me. The manager did comp my room and appreciated that, but he was not friendly

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Ray • solo_traveller • us
10
A real gem in Johnston.
Pros:

Proximity to great places to dine or drink and cleanliness

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Kira • couple • us
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • couple • us
10
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Diana • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Everything! The hotel was clean, in a great location abd the staff were very nice!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Kleinsasser • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Clean, new !!

Cons:

Single Elavator

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Norman • couple • us
9
Cons:

Not a fan of the new house keeping standards; no daily cleaning. However the staff was great and receptive to request.

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Marah • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The staff was friendly and professional. Responded quickly to resolve any issues.

2026-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Lynn • extended_group • us
10
Pros:

Super clean. Nice breakfast area and lobby. Staff were very nice and professional.

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Debora • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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Adea • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Germano • couple • us
10
Amazing breakfast and staff
Pros:

Very clean room, great bed and tv.

2026-04-10 • via Nuitee