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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

2.0 star property

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1 bedroom, free WiFi
Indoor pool
Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom) | Private kitchenette
Reception
Lobby

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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6215 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA, 50131
  • Merle Hay Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Drake University
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Casey's Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Suite (Two Queen Bed Extended Stay)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Extended Stay)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed (with Chair)

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

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom) | 1 bedroom, free WiFi

Suite (King Extended Stay, Private Bedroom)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About the neighborhood

Johnston

In Johnston .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters and 6 miles (10 km) of Iowa Gold Star Military Museum with a stay here. Also, Merle Hay Mall is within 3 miles (5 km) and Saylorville Lake is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Des Moines MEPS - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Merle Hay Mall - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Drake University - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 16 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Casey's Center - 16 min drive - 9.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive

About this property

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers its guests an indoor pool, a hot tub, and a 24-hour fitness center. 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.

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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 Monday and Sunday:
  • 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.

Property 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

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GrandStay Hotel & Suites Johnston
GrandStay Hotel & Suites Hotel Johnston

Frequently asked questions

How close is GrandStay Hotel & Suites to the airport?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites is 23.4 mi (38-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Sep 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GrandStay Hotel & Suites on Oct 6, 2025 start from $93.6, excluding 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.

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at GrandStay Hotel & Suites.

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites offer free breakfast?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

What time is check-in at GrandStay Hotel & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Does GrandStay Hotel & Suites have a pool?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How close is GrandStay Hotel & Suites to downtown Johnston?

GrandStay Hotel & Suites is 0.8 mi away from Johnston.

GrandStay Hotel & Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 392 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 392 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 392 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 392 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 392 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth, Bellevue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TOBY, Soddy Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New and clean. Located next to town hall & park, great for morning walks! Breakfast was limited but hot and satisfying. Staff friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful clean lovely place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bjorn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

This was a wonderful experience, clean, friendly,nice pool and hot tub, slept great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan or Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is a nice wine bar next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan, Storm Lake

Excellent service, the rooms were very nice of
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariah

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk lady was super helpful & respectful! Wish I would’ve gotten her name, she was new & was very understanding with our stay. I was wanting to do my deposit on my credit card & she was helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Onalaska

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice new property. Great area for walking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Corletha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large rooms and good service. I had a great experience traveling with my wife and 4 kids.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina, Kearney

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vilay

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this place. My friends from out of town come visit all the time. This is a nice place for us to gather and hangout together. The room is clean. The bathroom is clean. Tons of space inside the room. We love the room with the kitchen and tall table. Everytime we're in town, we always come back to this place. Love the pool and hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, East Leroy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Visiting our grandson and this hotel was very close to his apartment, shopping, restaurants, gas, and 80 easy access
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JuliAnn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Anything you needed was just a 3 min or less drive away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

McKenzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025